Western Visayas, Administrative region in central Philippines
Western Visayas encompasses six provinces across Panay and Guimaras islands, with Iloilo City serving as the regional center for 4.7 million inhabitants.
The creation of Western Visayas occurred in 1972 when President Ferdinand Marcos Sr organized the Philippines into eleven administrative regions through Presidential Decree No 1.
The region maintains multiple native languages, including Aklanon, Capiznon, Hiligaynon, and Kinaray-a, reflecting the linguistic diversity of its different provinces.
Two international airports, located in Iloilo and Kalibo, connect Western Visayas to major destinations, while ferries and buses provide transportation between islands.
The Miag-ao Church, registered as a UNESCO World Heritage Site, stands as an architectural monument within the region's collection of historical structures.
Location: Philippines
Inception: 1972
GPS coordinates: 11.13000,122.53000
Latest update: May 27, 2025 20:49
Simala Shrine
173.6 km
Kanlaon Volcano
103.6 km
Baroque Churches of the Philippines
63.2 km
Miagao Church
63.2 km
The Ruins
68.1 km
Jaro Cathedral
45.3 km
Balay Negrense
60.8 km
Jaro Belfry
45.3 km
Santa Monica Parish Church
55.5 km
San Sebastian Cathedral
68.6 km
Molo Church
48.2 km
Archdiocesan Shrine of Patrocinio de Maria Santisima
196.7 km
Kawasan Falls
174.3 km
Iloilo River Esplanade
47.7 km
Paglaum Sports Complex
69.2 km
Bakhawan Eco-Park
67.3 km
Capitol Park and Lagoon
68.4 km
Negros Occidental Provincial Capitol
68.3 km
Sacred Heart of Jesus
51.3 km
Archdiocesan Shrine of Saint Catherine of Alexandria
166.6 km
Lopez Heritage House
45.9 km
Balinsasayao Twin Lakes Natural Park
210.1 km
San Joaquin Church
74 km
Plaza Libertad
48.9 km
Immaculate Conception Metropolitan Cathedral
56 km
San Diego Pro-cathedral
61 km
Our Lady of the Philippines Trappist Monastery
61.5 km
Dumangas Church
39.8 kmReviews
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