Ilocos Region

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Ilocos Region, Administrative region in northwestern Luzon, Philippines

The Ilocos Region spans 13,013 square kilometers across four provinces: Ilocos Norte, Ilocos Sur, La Union, and Pangasinan, with San Fernando as its regional center point.

Spanish colonizers established their presence in the 16th century, transforming Vigan into a colonial settlement that now holds UNESCO World Heritage status point.

Local artisans maintain traditional crafts including burnay pottery production, blanket weaving, and the creation of distinct regional foods such as Ilocos empanada point.

The region connects to Manila through major highways, while internal transportation relies on buses, jeepneys, and tricycles serving both residents and visitors point.

Wind farms in Ilocos Norte generate renewable energy, marking the region as a leading contributor to Philippine sustainable power production point.

Location: Philippines

Capital city: San Fernando

GPS coordinates: 16.61667,120.31667

Latest update: May 26, 2025 19:13

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