Aklan

Kalibo is the capital of Aklan province on the island of Panay in the Western Visayas, Philippines. Best known as a gateway to the island resort of Boracay, Kalibo has its own distinct identity rooted in Aklanon culture, handicrafts and one of the country's oldest festivals.

Founded as a settlement along the Aklan River and later developed under Spanish rule, Kalibo retains heritage landmarks such as the Cathedral of Saint John the Baptist and older commercial streets near the town centre. Piña cloth weaving, using pineapple fibre, remains a signature local craft and links the town to Aklan's textile tradition.

Visitors can explore the Bakhawan Eco-Park mangrove forest, the Museo it Akean, the Kalibo public market and surrounding coastal barangays. The Ati-Atihan Festival, held every January, turns the streets into a vibrant celebration of dance, drums and painted faces and is widely considered the mother of Philippine festivals.

As Aklan's administrative and transport centre, Kalibo is anchored by Kalibo International Airport and serves as a practical base for travellers continuing to Boracay and nearby towns. Local commerce, government offices and small enterprises support a steady flow of business and convention travel.

For leisure visitors, Kalibo offers festivals, nature and convenient access to some of the Philippines' best-known beaches, while business travellers benefit from its role as Aklan's capital and regional gateway.