First Time in Vigan City Philippines 🇵🇭

[@romeosinson5083]

Vigan is more preserved because it was spared from the bombings during world war 2!unlike intramuros which was almost totally devastated.

[@RickieBobbie0721]

Wow! I didn’t know that. That makes sense! Kas-dyay gayum!

[@purplepaints1234]

Local government is so much better.. people are better… no poverty according to Mergim… True walang dugyot sa Vigan… Mergim was pointing out the cleanliness of the place

[@bobbysierraVlogs]

And expensive as well

[@imdark4975]

@@purplepaints1234 True, Vigan and Ilocos has a higher HDI and lower poverty rate compared to Manila City

[@ba8898]

@@bobbysierraVlogs is Vigan expensive?

[@durango24k]

Wow, Vigan City is surely unlike any other Philippines city I've visited. It's quite charming. I checked the population, it's only around 55,000. It seems a bit like Europe with the architecture.

[@mildredlopez143]

Vigan is very rich in the Phil-Spanish culture. It brings you back olden times. It looks like you are in the movie set😅 Thanks for sharing Mergim been there 3 yrs ago I love the place and missed it too. Good thing you shared...the views😮Really appreciate it. Take care😊❤❤❤

[@kimmaquilang8438]

Just hoping there’s more of that in the Philippines in metro manila. It’s quite authentic to see the Philippines culture rather than people going to BGC that it’s so modern and westernised

[@mr.slimeyt]

@@kimmaquilang8438 i mean vigan is "westernized" but not in a modern way haha. It is a spanish architecture tho

[@No_step_on_snake]

I am 15 and tomorrow I will be visting the Philippines with my family for the very first time! We will be staying for 2 weeks and then go to australia for 1 week before coming home. I am really excited!!🇵🇭

[@Bellajane127]

So excited for you! Hope your family is able to visit Vigan. This is the best time to visit the Philippines weather wise. My husband and I are planning to visit the Philippines for the first time together in June. Take care and God bless! John 3:16

[@darlingdenez116]

My friends and I are visiting Philippines this coming February. Visiting Baguio, Vigan, Cebu, Leyte, and Siargao❤

[@Bellajane127]

@@darlingdenez116 Yay! How exciting!! Great places to visit! We're planning to visit Vigan also plus Subic, Taal Volcano, BGC and Eastwood City. Then maybe Baguio and Cebu in 2025. Please let us know how your vacation went. Have fun!! :)

[@vibrantray74]

Vigan looks more beautiful and romantic during sunset!

[@amadoparragua6989]

Beautiful, yes but if our prices keep going up more than it already is, we cannot ever dream to be a top notch destination. Foreign travellers is not all about beauty. They watch their budget first.

[@amadoparragua6989]

But salute to the foreign ministry, they're trying their best.

[@richardnuevo]

​@@amadoparragua6989🙄 aim for quality tourists that spend lots of money than money less backpackers

[@RickieBobbie0721]

Wow! I know how to speak the local language of Ilocos but I’m not really from there. I’m learning Spanish for almost a year now, I feel like coming back to my Spanish roots watching this. I’m so thankful that you shared this to the world. I’m in Florida and I’m just a bit envious of you.

[@honbrown]

This is like time capsule😁😁beautiful architecture Very Spanish!!❤️

[@lemnikim7388]

Vigan looks awesome. Enjoyed this vlog.👍🏼❤️

[@OscarSebello]

Try also exploring Basco, Batanes. You will be amazed by its beauty and nature"s serenity & tranquility. It's the New Zealand of the Phils. Explore as well Casas Filipinas de Acuzar in Bagac, Bataan to learn more about the past Filipino heritage during the colonial era.

[@jayyjay8082]

You're a great videographer Chairman Mergim !!! Vigan's rich culture and architecture embody a side of the Philippines that is full of historical values and stories. ❤️❤️❤️

[@jethjasmin9197]

Thank you Mergim for this nice video i enjoy watching the Vigan province awesome 👍🌞🍀💝💖🇵🇭🇳🇱🥰

[@williamyork6967]

Stayed at Hotel Luna in 2019. Amazing, beautiful place. The sunset views from the rooftop bar are incredible. Make sure you try those famous Vigan Empanadas, Mergim.

[@teamccc]

you might want to cover the traslation of black nazarene in quiapo. it is one of the biggest event that happens every year which was actually stop last 2020 and now it came back the first time after covid. the event is expected to have 100k devotees.

[@paulbandong8162]

Since you're in ILOCOS you should try the ILOCANO foods such as BAGNET haha Vigan really so beautiful at night

[@Pink_Rose3073]

Been there in 2016, missing it now..Have fun Mergim! Vigan is just like Intramuros but much bigger and it has more shops and beautiful old houses..

[@LilyBeth-wm6lg]

Beautiful vigan 😮

[@xinamusiczn5830]

Hi the towns name Vigan is pronounce as Veegan like a vegetarian . have a nice day exploring👍

[@oxoelfoxo]

he already learned that in the previous video but seems to have forgotten lol

[@marilousumo226]

Enjoy Vigan City Mergim .. take care

[@epi_diet023]

Thank you Mergim for this Vigan trip.As I have noticed that it looks more impressive in the evening.We had our Ilucos Norte / Sur trip last 2015.T'was a memorable one.Try to visit Pagudpud to experience the amazing Sunset. A lot to explore in that place.

[@CorazonFosslove]

Lol on the bag😅! Enjoy Vegan. I've never been there, it's on my bucket list next time.

[@Doland-hw8qk]

You should go to sandune.And try thier sand skating.

[@tara_lets_go]

since you are already in vigan you might as well comtinue your journey in ilocos norte all the way to pagudpud..enjoy and stay safe mergim

[@krisstoferc9574]

Nice place Mergim!

[@richardnuevo]

The Philippines is the Europe of Asia

[@reynoschicote]

I love vigan city, ilocos sur. I really wanted to visit the place around ilocos region. It is beautiful.

[@epm9440]

Love the vibes there

[@jasonking6892]

Good video 👍🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿

[@AdelinaHipolito-l2z]

Enjoy ur day in Vigan mergim

[@beverlysuarez9579]

EI MERGIM!! While in Vigan, you should definitely try the PAOAY sand dunes. Youll surely have a time of your life for that experience. My family has a blast and that was the highlight of my Vigan trip. A must experience! 😊😊😊

[@BrianDawsonLM10]

When i was in the Philippines July-August 2022 they had an earthquake in the Vigan area, my partner and i were in a hotel overlooking Manila Bay and we felt the tremors too.

[@kirtfabrero7192]

the hotel (HOTEL LUNA) where you check in is historical itself, listed as a world heritage site by UNESCO

[@thyrsus07]

That is what the original "Manila" and other major cities in Philippines looks like before the World War 2.

[@sprikitik9719]

I miss Vigan I wish I could bring my family here

[@juleskingarellano7491]

Welcome to my hometown buddy i watch your blogs all the time in finally your in PARIS from the north.

[@murdaya69]

Just in time, im actually booked to visit Vigan in March this year. Thank you

[@thercvisuals]

WOAAAAH IT IS NEW TO MY EYES WATCHING MERGIM WEARING A DIRTY WHITE SHIRT AND A CAP, WHERE IS THE BLACK TREND THEN? AVID FAN HERE! :)

[@llowlio]

Try to do the kalesa day tour

[@francesmcdonald8145]

You are styling with that Vigan bag 💼!

[@floren879]

Awesome 👏

[@nathblanca6280]

Vigan looks very nice and historic

[@mboxphil9906]

Going to vigan is best if you have a girlfriend or love one to come along because it give more of a romantic vibe than the usual adventure vibe, if you are alone it lessen the effect

[@richardnuevo]

On the contrary some people enjoyed traveling alone

[@helensangalang6191]

Thanks for this amazing video dude.

[@amaliahightower]

Mergim you know how to tease us 😂 Bitin pa more!

[@ChesterPGonzalo22]

OMG! Wish I was there that day so I can guide you all throughout. Btw, have fun here!!

[@marichuarmodia2375]

Lovely place in vegan and so Spanish style

[@paulnicolaparua300]

I really like your vlogs and the way you present it. It's not a long video but have the necessary information regarding the place. 💖

[@bmona7550]

Vigan has all those big businesses there because of the hard work of the local government and tourist center. It is the place most Filipinos know to have historical colonial style architecture. Filipinos ironically know Vigan exist more than knowing Intramuros exists. Locals who plan to first travel the entire Philippines has Vigan as like their 2nd or 3rd place to visit. 1st is either a local pristine beach or Boracay, next is cities like Cebu or Baguio if its not Metro Manila and then Vigan or Zamboanga for the historical sites. Those in Manila knows of Intramuros and would most likely visit it first and then Vigan. The Philippines still has many other best kept secret tourist spots locals know about since its great growth in tourism is quite recent.

[@laniedeguzman_11]

Enjoy chairman🥰🥰🥰

[@lakwatserangpinay79]

Happy New Year Mergim!

[@007thematrix007]

digg'n the light colored outfit and white bag ..... great vlog! 👍

[@frankkluz9787]

Hey young man - it is far North and Jan. - the comfortable time of year I imagine. -- 5400 php is '''expensive''' ! -- What is happening over there ? Prices ? Is it only certain cities like Batangas & Vigan ? --- Personally - Tagaytay is my pick. Beautiful place much cheaper available and all kinds of good food ! Silang and Lipa City seem cheap enough and cooler as well ? > All easier to Manila if needed or desired too !?!

[@onlyhermstv4288]

Welcome ❤

[@rvmateo]

in your location, there is a white beach around

[@PONGsVlog.]

❤❤❤

[@akolangto3862]

Go to Balwarte...

[@enne1093]

Hello mergim love your new outfit ❤🎉love you

[@ZushiRolls_]

i miss vigan

[@user-fe5zu4xo5c]

i don't know if there's still a fountain show there in the Vigan Plaza

[@mingkimingki458]

Mergim Try to go to kaparkan falls in abra🙏

[@tonitelaoag]

send us an update if you are going to ilocos norte

[@yvonnieseguis9703]

It is more beautiful in the early morning like 3am

[@trex22]

Mergem looking fresh! 😊

[@get2riz]

Mergim -- Looks like you've time traveled and changed title from "Chairman" to "Don" Mergim.

[@toshikomidorirussianblue]

Spot on! 😄

[@stringtokenizer1443]

Vigan is and should be preserved because tourism is one of the main sources of income for the city and its people. While Intramuros in the city of Manila, many parts of it are rough and littered with poverty because the local government there allow illegal settlers to occupy the place. It is not for humanitarian concern but rather for their personal gains of these politicians. Poor people are easy source of massive votes during elections to keep them in power. The poor can be easily be bought for their votes.

[@Bellajane127]

Thanks for sharing your video tour of Vigan. Truly enjoyed what you've shared. We've bought a piece of land near Vigan, site unseen because our American builder Richard Armstrong, checked it out for us. God willing, we hope to move and have our dream home built near Vigan in 2025.

[@Pusongpinoysyd1]

Hey mate what do you use to edit your videos please? Great videos

[@jovelrobles8576]

I was there last month

[@aimeerhernandez]

We booked a hotel in Calle Crisologo it's cheaper but really nice. Only comes with a ghost 😂

[@pauvall1218]

multo? ano nakita nyo hahaha

[@aimeerhernandez]

@@pauvall1218 wala naman kami nakita naramdaman lang kasi parang every 30mins may kumakatok sa room namin tapos yung katabi namin lagabog ng lagabog na parang may naghihila ng mga kahon. May namatay pala doon na bata anak nung nakatira. Nung magtanong kami sa front desk ngiti lang sinagot sa min kasi sbi namin may tao ba sa tabi ng room namin.

[@pauvall1218]

hahaha kaka takot naman edi hindi kayo nakatulog magdamag. Ano name ng hotel@@aimeerhernandez

[@awooooooooooo7921]

next ilocos norte and go to patapat bridge, kapurpurawan white rock formation, saud beach

[@theAnxiouschristian]

It has Vigan

[@dantesalazar7805]

Very expensive 6000, in thailand it is 900 only and luxurious room already

[@annmarie6001]

6000 is in pesos = around $109; is 900 pesos or in dollar?

[@dantesalazar7805]

@@annmarie6001 900 pesos converted from thai baht

[@richardnuevo]

Vigan is a UNESCO world heritage city.. the hotel is a luxury boutique hotel and there are so many hotels around also that will suit your budget

[@PopeZera]

That bag is so expensive

[@mommybree1783]

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[@ravenreyes6676]

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[@johnmiranda4587]

That place should be void of business establishments including public transport like trike & motorcycle. It has a world heritage title, not a public market or business district.

[@mikeealtiveros137]

The hotels are expensive 😮

[@richardnuevo]

There are other more hotels though

[@The_Average_YouTube_Enjoyer]

2:50 "I'm just walking" Lmao

[@streetstyles1463]

Hi Mate, it's pronounced as vee-gan like vegan.

[@WizardJon]

Hotels are expensive? ....for budget travelers, yes its pricey ..but for those who can afford like Mr Vlogger Melgrim its just peanuts..btw, the place is 5 Star😅😊😊

[@AbrahamUtrera-t7p]

Villa Angela is cheaper and homy. Parang sarili mo ang buoNg lumang mansion kasi pito lang ang rooms at bibihira ang naka check in doon.

[@SirLavik]

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[@edithsarita8-8_8.]

☕💕

[@h2owalter2022]

Ilocos was hit by an Earthquake last 2022 and Vigan City was one of the most affected, where the historical buildings and landmarks were destroyed, that is why you see Lots of restoration and construction in the area,

[@TheLifeOfJoyVee]

ang pricey ng hotel.

[@conradobugayong706]

Apay ngameyn dey ka PAY LAENG agsubley deyta pamilyam deyta Vigan Ilocos Norte awan meyt pagbibyangak pagbibyangan mey Sabaley nagan nak ko kaysa agong onget ka keynanayon et toy na e stressed ako ayoko ng magulo ayoko ng maingay I have pacemaker blue chip no stressed for me from Maria MAGDALENE nga NILIMLIMAN sa puno ng Santol Santa Jacinta Irene Cabatbat Bugayong from Christ the King Amen

[@siscointernational]

First again!

[@trosenvinge]

so what?

[@siscointernational]

@@trosenvinge so what? So that means I get to make someone get so triggered by simply writing 2 words and an exclamation point that they feel the need to take time out of their busy day of living in their Mom’s basement to comment, “so what?”

[@joelnes25]

it's 2024 why are we still wearing masks??!!

[@joevillamil9618]

It's pronounced VEEEEGUN.

[@DANventures514]

cringe. i don't understand why countryside Pinays whenever they encounter male foreigners, they tell their age or ask if the guys is single or married. like as if these Pinays are telling that they're available to mingle with the foreigners and have a halfling kids soon

[@damnbrothatshot1315]

what are you yapping on about 💀

[@jmedz893]

Lol dude, I'm British-Filipino with blue eyes & when I was there, I never had that sort of attention .. maybe because I'm a fat balding prick

[@richardnuevo]

It's only you who say that

[@DANventures514]

@@damnbrothatshot1315 bakit , totoo naman ah. ganyan yung ibang mga probinsyana

[@DANventures514]

@@richardnuevo I'm just a GOOD observer, dude. And you are NOT!

[@lorenzosantos8971]

get a back pack for your laptop🙂

[@allansasotona92]

1st

[@trosenvinge]

pls write something! what is 1st?

[@d1d118]

let me ask u are u still LEGAL to drive in PH ,I know you foreigners have only 30 days permitted to drive to PH you i don't know if you are still permitted to drive in PH ?

[@YTsogood]

nothing much to offer in the north really , try other mountain province

[@richardnuevo]

There are so many tourist spots in the north. What are you saying...

[@lakerfanjr]

You realized in a previous video you were mispronouncing Vigan but continue to do so. 🤷‍♂️

[@quickthinker7582]

Spanish era.in the Philippines

[@frankibarra3632]

The place looks so old.

[@rubyannrosario6956]

It is a UNESCO HERITAGE CITY. If you don't get it,ask Mr.Google😝

[@bimbobabs254]

Chairman ingat po!

[@belledly9456]

Those structures are original and preserve during spanish colony though some are renovated due to earthquake that hit last year. Those horses called "kalesa" it is the mode of transportation during spanish era. They still keep it so that the new generation can experience riding in Kalesa . If you are adventurous you may try their local foods . They are popular in empanada, vigan longanisa (sausage) and vigan bibingka. A lot of places you can explore around that area. Enjoy . Cheers!

[@kayflip2233]

Totally stunning town. Looks like Mexico city or something. I didn't even know about this place.

[@ba8898]

yep, looks like one of many old colonial towns in Latin America. Stunning.

[@denzyr9569]

It's my dad's root from his mother that's why I speak the local language, Ilocano. Nice watching you gazing around the preserved good old beauty of Vigan and the amusement you get in looking at more than a century old houses and streets. Enjoy you stay there, mate. Keep safe!🙏

[@JosePalma-k1l]

Excellent Mergim for showing Vigan and its preserved architecture. Thank you.