The ancestral house of Padre Jose Burgos located in Vigan City,one of the earliest Spanish Settlements in the country (built in 1572),is an excellent showcase of archeological and ethnographic treasures,antiques,dioramas of local historical events,and photographs of Ilocano heroes and achievers. A priceless collection of 14 Esteban Villanueva canvasses depicting the 1807 Basi Revolt is exhibited on the upper floor of the museum.
How to get there:
To get to Vigan City from Manila,you can take a bus for the 7-hour trip; or take a plane to Laoag City and a bus ride from Laoag to Vigan.
Last updated: 2007-01-20 15:03:52.955864