Aklan

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Aklan is the oldest province in the Philippines dated since 1213 AD. It is located in the northwestern part of Panay Island in Western Visayas Region. This province is the home of the country's version of Mardi Gras Ati-Atihan Festival and gateway to the world’s finest beach, the Boracay Island.

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The municipalities of Aklan.
Aklan is subdivided into 17 municipalities namely:
Altavas
Balete
Banga
Batan - the historic and oldest capital of Aklan
Buruanga
Ibajay
Kalibo - provincial capital and air gateway (ICAO: RPVK, IATA: KLO), Home of the famous Ati-Atihan Festival
Lezo
Libacao
Madalag
Makato
Malay - another air gateway (ICAO: RPVE, IATA: MPH) to Boracay Island
Malinao
Nabas - nature lover's haven, venue for Bariw Festival offers products of mat and hat made of native woven grass
New Washington - known for its Sampaguita Garden and Pink Sisters Convent
Numancia
Tangalan - launches its project Bugna it Tangalan which showcases eco-tourism project from reforestation to beaches

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Boracay Island JAWILI FALLS AND JAWILI BEACH

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The Aklanons primarily speak Akeanon. The people also speak English, Tagalog, Hiligaynon, and Cebuano.

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Sampaguita Gardens Resort and Spa, 506 Rizal Street, Poblacion New Washington, Aklan, ☎ +63-36-264-3422 (Resort) | +63-36-264-6555 (Spa) (fax: +63-36-264-3474), [1]. Sampaguita Gardens takes pride in its unique and world-class amenities. An important landmark in Aklan, this resort has garnered several awards and is recognized as one of the most outstanding resorts in the Visayas. Best rates on official website start at US$39.  edit

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