Lumang Gapan

Lumang Gapan is a heritage district located in Barangay San Vicente, Gapan City, Nueva Ecija, Philippines. It preserves a cluster of ancestral houses dating from the late Spanish and early American colonial periods. Known as the 'Little Vigan' of Nueva Ecija, the area features well-preserved wooden and stone houses, narrow streets, and historic structures. It is recognized as a heritage zone showcasing traditional Filipino architecture and the city's history as the oldest town in Nueva Ecija.

Visitors can expect a walkable historic streetscape in Barangay San Vicente lined with preserved ancestral houses from the late 19th to early 20th century. The area features traditional bahay-na-bato and wooden houses with capiz windows, wooden balconies, and antique details. Some houses are privately owned residences while others house small shops, cafes, and local businesses. Visitors can explore on foot, view exterior architecture, take photographs, and learn about local history through heritage markers and guided walks.

Gapan was founded in 1732 and is the oldest town in Nueva Ecija. Lumang Gapan in Barangay San Vicente preserves ancestral houses built during the late Spanish colonial period and early American period (late 19th to early 20th century). The district reflects the town's historical development and has been recognized by local government as a heritage zone for conservation of its colonial-era architecture.

Lumang Gapan showcases traditional Filipino colonial architecture and urban heritage, often called the 'Little Vigan' of Nueva Ecija. It represents local cultural identity, craftsmanship, and community history, serving as a center for heritage conservation, cultural education, and local tourism in Gapan City.