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10 Iconic Iloilo Restaurants and Food Shops

With Iloilo’s rich culinary history, a handful of restaurants and food shops emerged as icons. They stood the test of time becoming not only recognizable but also pillars of Ilonggo food culture. Read more

Top 3 Major Developments in Iloilo City: Head-to-Head

Welcome to the city of tower cranes, Iloilo City.

For resident Ilonggos, these cranes are regarded with pride — taking them as symbols of progress and abundance. For tourists, the prevalent sight of these metal structures gradually building the beautiful concrete jungle is awe-inspiring.

At this rate of urban development, considering Iloilo City as progressive is a total understatement.

Let’s take a closer look at 3 of the most anticipated mixed-use developments in Iloilo City. Read more

Common Ilonggo Quirks and Amusing Characteristics

Let’s talk about regional idiosyncracies as we explore Ilonggos’ quirkiness and understand why they behave the way they do.

This is a short list of observed Ilonggo quirks and their origins. Some would make you proud; some might infuriate you. Read on, and feel free to comment! Read more

Differences between Iloilo Business Park Condos

I guess you have already heard about the several condominium projects here in Iloilo. These condos are from real estate giants such as Megaworld, Ayala, Filinvest, and Double Dragon (Injap).

Surely, investing in one of these properties is a smart financial move but it’s understandable for a judicious investor to think deeply about his choices — which condo to choose?

We don’t have all day to mull over these projects so we’ll just cover the top 3 condominiums and how they would differ from each other. This would definitely help you choose the one that suits you.

Condo Comparison:
One Madison Place VS Lafayette Park Square VS The Palladium

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Iloilo Projects and Development: Year In Review

These are city developments, achievements, projects, and motions in 2014 that could directly impact Metro Iloilo’s economy in the next coming years.

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Iloilo’s Noble Past, Developing Present, and Strong Future

Old Iloilo

Old Iloilo

Iloilo City, the prominent center point of culture, trade, finance, recreation, education, and commerce converges Western Visayas (Region 6) into a global melting pot into a global melting pot of opportunities. Read more

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5 Ilonggo All Souls Day Traditions (Pista Minatay)

Filipinos have the longest holiday celebrations as they tend to observe religio-cultural events for several days. All Souls’ Day is just one of the major holidays observed in the Philippines.

It should be noted that All Souls’ Day is observed by Filipinos in conjunction with All Saints’ Day (Todos Los Santos), and Halloween. Read more

New Iloilo Business Park Condominium Project Unveiled

ILOILO CITY, Philippines, September 30, 2014—Megaworld, the country’s leading real estate developer and pioneer of townships, introduces another modern luxury residential condominium that is poised to be the tallest building in the region. Standing 80 meters high at 22 storeys, The Palladium will also be Western Visayas’ first residential tower with its own skygardens in various floors overlooking the spectacular views of the booming city. Read more

6 Definitive Things That Make You an Ilonggo

What differentiates Ilonggos from other ethnic groups? These are the 6 things that make an Ilonggo an Ilonggo.
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Iloilo – Moving gently towards a bright future


Original article is taken from: CROSSROADS (Toward Philippine Economic and Social Progress) By Gerardo P. Sicat (The Philippine Star)

As a major city in the Visayas, Iloilo has shown signs of great awakening. Eclipsed for most of the decades after the country’s independence, by Cebu and even by Bacolod, Iloilo has achieved quiet progress in the last two decades. Read more