Iloilo is such an interesting to live in. It has a very diverse culture and a much laid back atmosphere compared with other cities in the Philippines.
What makes Iloilo interesting?
Hhmm...It might be the Ilonggos themselves - what they do and have achieved. There are many Ilonggos who made a name for themselves and excelled in their respective fields. They can be found in almost all fields
of endeavors. The most interesting though are the common people who go through the rigors of daily life in Iloilo or in other places.
It has always been said that the people from Iloilo are gentle. Yes, they are but they are also capable of rants and anger. It is even said that one wouldn't know that an Ilonggo is already angry since most of them speak in a sweet and gentle voice.
Iloilo is also known for its rich cuisine. Think batchoy, pancit molo, biscocho, KBL (kadios, langka, baboy)...the list goes on. Ilonggos are people who savor their food. That may be the reason why restaurants can be seen in almost every corner.
Iloilo's churches can also be considered as a unique attraction. The city and province can boast of old churches that are rich in history. An example would be the Miag-ao church that is included in the UNICEF Heritage Sites.
Ilonggos are said to be fun-loving. No wonder festivals and events are held one after another. One of the biggest would be the Dinagyang Festival held every fourth Sunday of January. Most of the towns would also have its own festival aside from the celebration of the annual fiesta. There will always be a cause for them to celebrate.and they do it in style.
But then again, Iloilo and its people are quite unique.
Hala Bira!
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