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7th PASEA Symposium in UP Visayas, Iloilo City, Philippines
About the Venue
Grand Xing Imperial Hotel
The Grand Xing Hotel in Iloilo City, Philippines, stands out as a contemporary retreat amidst the vibrant cityscape. Its modern architecture and elegant design offer a comfortable and convenient lodging option for travelers. Situated strategically, the hotel provides easy access to local attractions, business districts, and transportation hubs, catering to both leisure and corporate clientele.
The hotel's dining venues feature a diverse selection of local and international cuisines, inviting guests to indulge in a culinary journey of varied flavors. Whether relishing traditional Filipino delicacies or global favorites, dining at the Grand Xing Hotel promises a memorable gastronomic experience. For those seeking relaxation, the hotel offers facilities such as a fitness center, swimming pool, and spa amenities, providing a tranquil refuge after a day of exploration or business engagements.
With a focus on comfort, convenience, and a welcoming ambiance, the Grand Xing Hotel offers a delightful sanctuary in Iloilo City, beckoning travelers to savor the city at their own leisurely pace.
All sessions of the symposium will be held at the Ballroom where an exhibition of books, music instruments, and other Philippine products will be available for purchase.
UP Visayas
The PASEA 2024 Symposium is co-hosted by the University of the Philippines Visayas (UPV) Campus in Iloilo City.
The University of the Philippines Visayas (UPV) is one of the constituent units of the UP System. It has campuses in Miagao, Iloilo; Iloilo City; and Tacloban City — with Miagao being the main campus where the central administration offices are located.
UPV’s strategic location has given it the enviable status of being the University with the most far-reaching influence in two regions – Region 6 and 7. UPV has four colleges and a school. These are the College of Fisheries and Ocean Sciences (CFOS), the College of Arts and Sciences (CAS), the College of Management (CM), the School of Technology (SoTech), and the UPV Tacloban College (UPVTC). Continue reading
For more information on hotels, transport, and other information for your travel to Iloilo City as a participant, please visit our page on Hotels and Transportation.
Iloilo City
The 7th ICTMD PASEA will be held at the Philippines’ first UNESCO Creative City of Gastronomy, Iloilo City. Not only is this city known for many flavorful dishes like pancit molo, inasal, batchoy, and kansi, but as one of the oldest cities in the Philippines, Iloilo has a plethora of heritage churches and historical mansions, including one of the few baroque churches in the Philippines.
History
As with other civilizations, Filipino settlements began along bodies of water. In Iloilo, the typical dwelling was the hut made of bamboo and grass or palm, which lined up along the coasts or the banks of Jaro, Iloilo and Batiano Rivers. Rich landscape of forests, ricefields, mountains or brush and bamboo thicket provided the natives with materials for clothing, shelter and tools. Continue reading
Attractions
Arevalo Plaza – La Villa Rica de Arevalo, which is 6 kilometers away southwest of Iloilo City proper, is the 2nd capital of the Alcaldia of Panay. This is the first Spanish settlement in Panay to be attacked in 1588 by the English privateer Sir Thomas Cavendish, the third circumnavigator of the world.
Asilo de Molo – Founded in September 27, 1912 by Bishop Dennis Dougherty of Jaro as an orphanage for girls and later as care home for the elderly, it is one of the pioneering orphanages in Iloilo. Church vestments, barong, hankies, etc. are made, designed hand embroidered here by orphan girls. Continue reading
Things to Do
Situated along Iloilo’s renowned river bank, this now famous recreational park is perfect for strollers, joggers, or people who generally want to take in the breathtaking view of the river, or even the gorgeous sunset. There are various restaurants and commercial establishments within walking distance of the Esplanade, thus, for the young and young-at-heart, strap in your sneakers and give this place a go. Continue reading
Museum Visits
There are several museums in Iloilo which you can go to. These museums have minimal ticket fees or are free to visit. Learn more from this article from the Philippine Daily Inquirer. Continue reading