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  China has been known as the land of trades because of its manufactured goods. Most of the things we see are mostly from china too. As early as the 15th-16th century, china has been trading things around the world including the Philippines. This led to the adaptation of Chinese beliefs like luck, traditions and the Chinese New Year which is celebrated at January 29. From now then on, us Filipino’s celebrate it and you wanna know why? Did you know that the Philippines also have the oldest Chinatown? Located in Binondo in Manila, on 1594 selling charms and Chinese symbols. The Chinese culture in the Philippines had been recognized to be very influential in the country, as Filipinos are known to partake in thecelebration by means of having Chinese Food, consulting Feng Shui experts for good luck, as well as reading their Chinese horoscope. It is also celebrated by many Filipinos as a time where families clean the house thoroughly to ward off evil spirits. Chinese New Year is a way fo...

Vigan is known for its historical heritage. A lots of tourists have visited this place, admiring the fascinating architectures. Behind the walls that they have seen, there are stories from its past. Its transformation into a city has a huge impact to its economy. Which continue the rise of its wide variety of tourism. Vigan was founded in 1572 by Juan de Salcedo, a Spanish conquistador. It became a center for Spanish political, religious, and commercial activities in the northern part of the Philippines. The city was named Ciudad Fernandina in honor of King Ferdinand II of Aragon. Vigan was officially granted city status through a Royal Decree issued by King Ferdinand VI of Spain on September 7, 1757, effectively making it a city during the Spanish colonial period; this status was later recognized and revalidated by a Philippine law (Republic Act No. 8988) signed by President Joseph Estrada on December 27, 2000, solidifying Vigan as a city in the present day. Vigan is renowned for ...