It is a peaceful place and not as big as Manila and Cebu. It has its own native language although most people can understand English well. It is not as polluted compared to Manila. It is located near the fine beaches of the Philippines. You need to be simple as possible when you want to travel to any island of the Philippines if you are a foreigner. Most Filipinos tend to appreciate simplicity in life. Do not bring too much clothing, things are affordable in the Philippines that's many foreigners like to settle down in this country when they retire. Hotel stay is not expensive as well as food compared to the West. The climate is humid. The weather can be rainy or sunny only. People are friendly.

Used to be the "Queen City of the South" but that title was stripped away from you after the end of World War II.

I'm a Filipino and "Iloilo" is a word I mention like only once in 5 years. It's not hot, really. Noone cares about it. If you want paradise for a vacation, go to Cebu or Boracay.

You must be kidding me!.... r u telling all the pilipinos people that ur the QUEEN CITY of the SOUTH.... Ur hallucinating mate!... Have a look @ da history book in philippines or go back in elementary grade one that what u said was true!!!.... coz ur to late to say that You are the Queen from all these years!!!.... anyway is you say u are then so be it but everyone knows in the whole country whose the real one!!...

But you know i do appreciate all the wonderfull places you have there... but telling everybody ur the QUEEN is just inappropriate to change the history of our country!!!!

amazing .. philippines' one great city...

ILOILO City is accessible on everything. I wish to have my own home in that place in the very near future. I live here in the US and wish to retire in ILOILO City. Cheers!!!

I should say that this place is perfect for each and every one of us.

Pampanga is to the north as Iloilo is to the south as the "Philippines Gourmet Capital", the "food basket and the rice granary of the Visayas", and is undoubtedly the "festival capital of the Philippines"-no province can boast of a number of good-quality festivals with international standards. With an international port, an international fishing port, an international airport under construction, shopping malls, hotels on the rise, the oldest gulf course in asia, the soon-to-be metropolis (plans for a Metro Iloilo to include the towns of Oton, Leganes, Zarraga, Pavia, San Miguel, amd futureplans to include Sta. Barbara and Cabatuan) is fast catching up with Cebu and Davao and in fact this city was ranked 8oo+ in the 1000 largest cities of the world.

Iloilo City is the BEST place in the whole world (That's true!). To learn more about this charming city found in the heart of the Philippines follow this link >> http://www.skyscrapercity.com/showthread.php?t=2144 87

the original Queen City of the South of the Philippines. Home of the world-famous Dingyang festival. This city offers almost everything. From an old historical mansions to new and modern metropolis. Surely, Iloilo had charm of its own .. truly a great city. Come and visit Iloilo.

Iloilo City, located South of Manila in the central Philippine region, is rich in heritage and colorful traditions. Iloilo is home to many beautiful Spanish-era churches and houses, Lapaz batchoy, Paraw Regata, and the famous Dinagyang festival. Iloilo is also a major stop to many beautiful beaches like world-reknowned Boracay, Guimaras Island, and many beaches yet to be discovered. Iloilo is a city with a rhythm all its own. Whether you're here on vacation or for business, you'll find yourself enjoying life at a simpler, healthier pace. We take pride in our city's distinct character. Ilongggos are a people of exceptionally gracious hospitality.

You should come and visit this place.

I like the Philippines and my paents live there too!

The Queen City of the South. People here are very kind and religious. They have very old churches and houses dating back to the 18th or 19th century. The modern side of Iloilo is that they have almost everything from high end hotels to high end department stores. You can reach Iloilo by the sea or by air. And lots of cultural events like Dinagyang Festival.

iloilo is one of the philippines oldest city and most highly urbanized city. it is accessible to boracay islands which is considered as one of the most beautiful beach in the world. also it is just a 15 minute boat ride to the island of guimars famous also for its beautiful unspoilt beaches and home to the philippines sweetest mangoes. iloilo has an exciting nighlife, nice accomodations for travelers and delecious native delecacies.