Iloilo City Map

Iloilo City, known as the "Heart of the Philippines," is a highly urbanized city in the Western Visayas region. The city earned the nickname "City of Love" due to the distinctive sweetness of its local language, Hiligaynon. During the Spanish colonial period, it was a crucial trading port and became known as the "Queen City of the South." The city boasts impressive Spanish colonial churches, including the Jaro Cathedral and Molo Church. Iloilo is famous for its cultural festivals, particularly the Dinagyang Festival, celebrated every fourth Sunday of January. The city's heritage district features well-preserved mansions from the sugar boom era, while its developing business district, Iloilo Business Park, represents its modern economic growth.

The Facts:
Region: Western Visayas.
Province: Iloilo.
Island: Panay.
Population: ~ 470,000.
Metropolitan population: ~ 1,100,000.
Districts: Arevalo, City Proper, Jaro, La Paz, Lapuz, Mandurriao, Molo.

Main sights: Jaro Cathedral, Iloilo Museum of Contemporary Art, Calle Real, Casa de Emperador, Campanario de Jaro, Iloilo Customs House, Iglesia de Molo.