So what do you carry residence after spending a day or two in Vigan Metropolis? Properly, put together an additional bag or two for pasalubongs, you simply would possibly want it.
Calle Crisologo is the place the motion is on the subject of purchasing within the metropolis. Granted, there are a couple of different locations to get your souvenirs, like on the Vigan Pagburnayan, however the wares being bought there pales compared to the range discovered within the former.
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LOCAL VIGAN FOOD & SNACKS
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| LOCAL CHICHACORNS FROM VIGAN |
The standard foodstuff to carry residence from Vigan Metropolis ranges from the extremely addictive chichacorn (an absolute must-buy), to Vigan longganisa, and cooked crispy bagnet.
Chichacorns are Ilocos’ model of cornicks, however higher—they’re softer whereas nonetheless retaining their crunchiness. These are normally bought in packs of three for 100 pesos.
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| DELECTABLE GARLICKY VIGAN LONGGANISA |
Vigan longganisa are normally bought pre-packed by the dozen and prepared for transport, whereas Ilocos bagnets are normally simply wrapped in paper and plastic, in order to not lose its crispiness, I assume. Though bagnets are already cooked, it’s suggested that you simply fry them once more earlier than consuming. These are greatest purchased on the Vigan Public Market, however should you don’t have the time to go there, they’re additionally available at Calle Crisologo.
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| VIGAN’S ILOCOS BASI MADE FROM SUGARCANES |
One other must-buy when in Vigan are the Ilocos basi or sugarcane wines. I’ve seen lots of these being bought on the highways resulting in the town, however it is usually obtainable at Calle Crisologo, albeit at a comparatively dearer value. Shops hawking this nearly at all times additionally sells the favored Iloko vinegar too.
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KEYCHAINS AND REF MAGNETS
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| VIGAN SOUVENIRS |
For the key chain and ref magnet collectors, you should have your fill at Vigan Metropolis. They’ve quite a lot of these knick-knacks. The one place that I do know that rivals this place on the subject of these souvenirs is Baguio Metropolis. I recommend that you simply to rummage by every retailer to search out probably the most distinctive and most native designs obtainable.
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VIGAN DESTINATION T-SHIRTS
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| A SOUVENIR SHOP ALONG CALLE CRISOLOGO |
T-shirt buffs would even have a area day in Vigan. Quite a few designs, from the standard vacation spot shirt to the humorous will be purchased at numerous memento stalls at reasonably priced costs. I particularly love a selected shirt enumerating the varied Ilocano dishes that has a really R18 really feel to it. Lol.
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SECONDHAND BOOKS
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| SECOND HAND BOOKSTORE IN VIGAN CITY |
Bookworms rejoice, I discovered a few bookstores alongside Calle Crisologo promoting second hand books. Though I wasn’t actually in a position to deeply flick through their picks, I noticed some fascinating espresso desk books and paperbacks on the cabinets. No buying and selling although.
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LOCAL VIGAN HANDICRAFTS
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| VIGAN BURI HANDICRAFTS |
For extra critical buys, you would possibly wish to test the handicrafts made within the locale. They’ve baskets, wallets, baggage and hats comprised of buri and water lilies from the close by rivers. Additionally, think about bringing residence a couple of Vigan inabel merchandise too, these can be found in colourful desk runners, scarves, and mats. Those I like to recommend you purchase although are the blankets, they’re tremendous snug—heat throughout chilly nights and funky throughout heat evenings.
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VIGAN ANTIQUES
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| ANTIQUES ABOUND IN VIGAN CITY |
And for the actually critical collectors, the town is a haven for selecting up antiques. Furnishings, carvings, horse footwear, milling stones, they’ve all of it. It is a colonial period metropolis in any case. Simply be sure you have a plan on the subject of transporting them again residence.
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VIGAN CLAY POTS & SCULPTURES
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| CLAY SCULPTURE FROM PAGBURNAYAN |
Visiting the Vigan Pagburnayan on the north-western aspect of the town, you may additionally assist your self to a few miniature pots or distinctive sculptures comprised of the native bantog clay. I’ve seen a couple of being given totally free, I’m certain these are all very reasonably priced.
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VIGAN COFFEE MUGS
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| AN EMBOSSED VIGAN CITY COFFEE MUG |
Personally, the core of my journey souvenirs revolves round Starbucks Icon mugs discovered across the globe. They could be costly, however I discover them very nice since they’re uniform in look and elegance. Whereas there could also be no Starbucks Espresso in Vigan, I nonetheless managed to discover a distinctive aid mug with the signature Bahay na Bato design that characterize the town. Though I actually gained’t be displaying this with my icon mug assortment, I nonetheless suppose it’s a great discover.
And, scratch that. Starbucks has lately opened a retailer in Vigan final 2023 and it sits proper on Calle Crisologo. And whereas they don’t have a Starbucks Icon Mug, nicely, since they don’t produce these anymore, they do have a Vigan Festive Mug. So, hooray for that!
Vigan Memento Outlets
Tackle: Calle Crisologo, Meztizo District, Vigan Metropolis, Ilocos Sur
Opening Hours: 9:00AM to 7:00PM, Every day
GPS Coordinates Map: 17.571611, 120.388833
