Arevalo, Iloilo City
Villa de Arevalo ([ˈbiʝa ðe aɾeˈβalo]; [ˈbilya de areˈbalo]), commonly known as simply Villa or Arevalo, is a district in Iloilo City, in the province of Iloilo, on the island of Panay in Western Visayas region, in the Philippines. According to the 2020 census, it has a population of 55,476 people. Arevalo is situated as the westernmost district of Iloilo City and shares its border with Oton to the west.
Arevalo
La Villa Rica de Arévalo | |
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Arevalo aerial view | |
| Nickname: Flower Capital of Iloilo | |
Location within Iloilo City | |
Arevalo Location in the Philippines Arevalo Arevalo (Philippines) | |
| Coordinates: 10°41′09″N 122°30′42″E | |
| Country | Philippines |
| Region | Western Visayas (Region VI) |
| Province | Iloilo (geographically only) |
| City | Iloilo City |
| Congressional District | Lone district of Iloilo City |
| Founded |
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| Incorporated (as district) | July 16, 1937 |
| Founded by | Gonzalo Ronquillo de Peñalosa |
| Barangays | 13 (see Barangays) |
| Government | |
| • Mayor | Jerry Treñas (Mayor of Iloilo City) |
| Area | |
| • Total | 7.58 km2 (2.93 sq mi) |
| Population (2020 census) | |
| • Total | 55,476 |
| • Density | 7,316.80/km2 (18,950.4/sq mi) |
| Demonym(s) | Arevaleño; Villahanon |
| Time zone | UTC+8 (Philippine Standard Time) |
| ZIP code | 5000 |
| Area code | 33 |
| Festival(s) | Paraw Regatta Festival – Third Weekend of February |
| Patron saint | Santo Niño de Arévalo |
| Feast day | Third Sunday of January |
| Native languages | Hiligaynon |
One of the notable landmarks in Arevalo is the Archdiocesan Shrine of Santo Niño de Arevalo, which houses Santo Niño de Arévalo, the third oldest Santo Niño (Infant Jesus) image in the Philippines. Arevalo is often referred to as the "Flower Capital of Iloilo" due to the abundance of potted plants, flowers, bouquets, and wreaths available for purchase. The district is also renowned for its firecrackers and fireworks. One of its prominent attractions is Villa Beach (Playa de Villa de Arevalo) along the coast, which features several resorts and offers outdoor nightlife experiences, including open-air restaurants and bars.
Camiña Balay nga Bato, formerly known as the Avanceña Ancestral House, is a heritage house and restaurant in Arevalo. Constructed in 1865, it stands as one of the top heritage attractions in Iloilo. Visitors can experience the traditional Filipino way of preparing tsokolate (chocolate) while enjoying the historical ambiance of the house.