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The Saturated Events of Vigan

The Saturated Events of Vigan      The Ilocos Sur Festival, annually held on the last week of January celebrates the numerous practices, culture, and tradition of the province. The streets of Vigan are filled with clanging of instruments, tapping of horses, and the clamor of happiness among visitors and locals alike. This timeframe features a plethora of events, big and small. From street dances to concerts, Vigan Festival is nothing short of lively, exciting, and engaging, welcoming visitors and reassuring locals that their culture is seen.      No different from dancers moving to drumbeats, rows of handmade goods rise under sunlit tents. Woven cloth with tight patterns rests beside clay jars darkened by fire. Smells drift between stalls - crispy pastries, spiced sausage sizzling on griddles. Hands that shape these items speak without words, telling time through thread and dough. Young eyes watch closely, fingers almost twitching to try. Smoke curls above ...