Tigbauan, Iloilo is a picturesque town where every corner has
a unique offering that you will love. Visitors will find plenty to see and do here,
away from the hustle and bustle of its more touristy neighboring towns.
It is not only a bustling beach town but also boasts a
combination of friendly small-town culture, farmer’s delights and old world
charm. It is a
wonderful place to visit Here are some
favorites to give you some inspiration for your great Tigbauan getaway.
Included
among its many charms are its historic attractions. Consider visiting its historic icon, the St. John of Sahagun Parish
Church. The present church built in 1867 is of Mexican plateresque
architectural style where surface ornamentation especially stone carvings are lavishly
piled-up. In 1975, a historical marker from the National Historical Institute
was erected on its churchyard identifying the site where the first Jesuit
boarding school for boys in the Philippines was established. In 1994, under the
guidance of Rev. Fr. Eleuterio Rojo Carton, the interior of the church was
renovated with a wide array of carefully laden tile mosaics. The church is
considered to be the oldest existing church in the entire province.
Going to the ruins of the First Azucarera in southern Iloilo in
Barangay Namocon is like stepping back in time to the early 1900’s. This place
used to be a thriving sugar-producing area that was once amongst the center of
town life, because so many local people were employed here.
Originally owned
by the Rivas’ but was later acquired by Don Jose Zulueta and Maria Zayco, the
estate, almost 60 hectares were planted with sugarcane.
Its relative isolation
and its “Old World” feel really come together with its unique attraction, its ruined
Muscovado Chimney set
in a very pretty grove of large, century-old Acacia trees on a lot presently
owned by Hector “Boy” Zayco. The area offers amazing
photo opportunities at every corner.
The Gabaldon buildings in Barangays Bagumbayan, Napnapan Sur,
Buyu-an and the Central School have become a part of the history and culture of
Tigbauan. Aside from being a venue for education, these historically-significant
school buildings built from 1907 to 1946, form part of the life
of its residences.
The
South East Asian Fishery Development Center (SEAFDEC) in Barangay Buyuan was established
in 1967. It is an inter-governmental organization that promotes sustainable
fisheries development in the region. This 40-hectare complex includes various
research laboratories, hatcheries, and brood stock tanks and caters to the
information and technical services on bangus and prawn culture, with complete
amenities and facilities thru their physical plant and sub-stations.
WW
II Panay Landing Memorial in Barangay Parara marks spot where American troops from
the 40th Infantry Division,
spearheaded by the 185th Infantry Regiment landed on March
18, 1945 on the beaches of Parara to begin the liberation of Panay Island. A marker from the National Historical
Commission was installed along with the busts of Gen. M Peralta Jr., Ge. D. McArthur
and Col. J. Chaves at the center of the site. The local government unit of
Tigbauan maintains this site and annually celebrates Panay Liberation Day on
March 8th every year with a wreath-laying ceremony.
Since this is a historic town, there are also lots of colonial houses
and antique homes here. However, it is not just the history that brings
the visitors to this town. You can also enjoy the scenery. One thing you will
definitely not be doing here is being bored.
Tigbauan
is a Second-Class town 22.5 kilometers south from the city. It is bordered by Leon
in the north; San Miguel in the northwest; in the east by Oton; the Iloilo
Strait in the south; and, west by Guimbal. It has a land area measuring 6, 062
hectares politically sub-divided into 52 barangays and populated by 62, 706
based on the 2015 Census on Population data.
Visitors
can take a Tigbauan, Guimbal, Miagao or San Joaquin jeepneys at the Don Benito
Q. Acap Sr. Southern Iloilo Perimeter Boundary in Barangay Mohon, Oton or at
the Iloilo Terminal Market in Barangay Rizal Pala-Pala I, Iloilo City. For more
information, please contact Miss Linda Fe Camina – Municipal Tourism Officer at
09173283997.
Know what else to do
when in Tigbauan during the 15th Tumandok Celebration in celebration
of Tourism Month on September 18-22, 2019 at the event center, fountain area of
Robinsons Iloilo main mall. The event is brought to you by the Office of
Culture, Arts, History and Tourism, DOT-VI, Robinsons Place Iloilo and the
Daily Guardian.
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