ILOILO, the largest province in Panay Island of the Western Visayas Region, is divided into 42 municipalities & 1 component city (Passi City), composed of 1,721 barangays with Iloilo City (though independent from the province) as the provincial capital. Iloilo takes its name from Irong-Irong, the old name of the city of Iloilo, a tongue of land that sitcks out like a nose on the south side of the Iloilo River.
This mystical province, poised for progress, is famous for its delightful contrast between the east & west, the old and new ... of tall buildings and nipa hus, of modern streamers and scurrying native boats, of free-wheeling cars and jeepneys.
A heritage and adventure destination in this side of the region, Iloilo prides itself with having the country's oldest and well-preserved churches, ancestral homes, & other historical landmarks, resplendent festivals, unspoiled coastal communities with pristine beaches and islands.
Iloilo is harnessing the potentials of its strategic location, abundant resources & established facilities to attain revitalized growth. Centrally located, it serves as the gateway to Southern Philippines and holds an unparalleled advantage of being the hub of trade, commerce and industry.
Agriculture is the principal industry of Iloilo. Its production of rice, sugar, mongo, fish and other major producs has placed the province among the country's top agricultural prodcuers.
While Iloilo teems with energy and vibrancy of new developments, the glory of its heritage is stiill evident in its architecture and lives on in the hearts of its people. Truly, Iloilo is a destination that fulfill your needs, a place for history, business, leisure and one that you could proudly call home.
Source: Province of Iloilo LGU
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