Vigan Cityhood
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Before Vigan became a city, it was a municipality steeped in history. During the Spanish colonial period, it served as a bustling trade hub due to its strategic location along the Abra River. Merchants from China, Spain, and other neighboring regions converged here, giving birth to a community that was rich in cultural fusion. The town flourished as an agricultural and trading center, with its fertile lands producing rice, tobacco, and other crops. Its residents, primarily Ilocanos, thrived on farming, fishing, and handicrafts. The town's unique architectural style began to take shape during this time, blending Spanish colonial influences with indigenous elements. Despite its growth, Vigan remained a municipality for centuries, known for its slow-paced rural life. The challenges of modernization, urbanization, and preserving its heritage often clashed, creating a delicate balancing act for its leaders and residents. The transformation of Vigan from a municipality to a city was a ...