Oldest in the Philippines

Oldest City

Cebu City was the first city in the Philippines and the oldest city in the Philippines. Calle Colon of Cebu City was also considered as the oldest street in the Philippines. Colegio de San Ildefonso of Cebu City was also considered as the oldest school in the Philippines and Asia. It was founded in 1595 by the Spanish Jesuits. Today it is known as University of San Carlos.

Oldest Province

Aklan was founded by settlers of Borneo on 1213. Aklan was originally known as Minuro itAkean and once part of Capiz. Aklan was separated from Capiz in 1956. Its first ruler was Datu Dinagandan. Today, Aklan is famous because of its white sand beaches of Boracay. Aklan was also considered as one of the first class provinces of the Philippines.