There are several heritage places in the Philippines like Taal in Batangas, Vigan in Ilocos Sur and Silay In Negros Occidental, but not one is as colorful and as ostentatious as Carcar in Cebu. While others have maintained their original colors of white and beige shades, most of Carcar’s heritage buildings are painted in shocking pink and loud sky blue. It must have been the diverse cultural influences that shaped the city that made a strong impact on its architectural buildings and structures.
The town started as a seaside settlement known as Sialo located at the mouth of Minag-a River. Even before the Spaniards arrived, it was already doing barter trade with China.