MAPPING OF SIGNIFICANT WORLD HERITAGE SITES
Category: Natural Attraction
Name of Cultural Heritage: Rice Terraces of the Philippine Cordilleras
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I. Background Information
A. SUB- CATEGORY : RICE TERRACES
B. LOCATION
Ifugao Province
C. AREA
The remote area—some 220 miles (350 km) from Manila—has long been home to the
Ifugao.
D. Ownership : Ifugao people
II. Description
Banaue rice terraces, system of irrigated rice terraces in the mountains of north-central
Luzon, Philippines, that were created more than 2,000 years ago by the Ifugao people.
Although located in several villages, they are collectively known as the Banaue rice
terraces. In 1995 various sections of the terraces were designated a UNESCO World
Heritage site, described as “a living cultural landscape of unparalleled beauty.”
III. STORIES ASSOCIATED
The rice terraces are situated in the Cordilleras of Luzon island. The remote area—
some 220 miles (350 km) from Manila—has long been home to the Ifugao, wet-rice
agriculturalists who began building the terraces about the 1 st century CE. Despite
possessing only basic tools, the Ifugao created an engineering marvel: a vast network
of rice terraces sustained by an elaborate irrigation system. According to reports, the
terraces—which resemble steps carved into the mountainside—cover some 4,000
square miles (10,360 square km), and their total length is estimated at approximately
12,500 miles (20,100 km), roughly half the Earth’s circumference. While the rice
terraces were important to the Ifugao economy, they also served a cultural function,
requiring intensive cooperation among the people.
IV. Significance
By the early 21st century, however, the number of Ifugao in the area had greatly
diminished as many migrated to more urban centres. As a result, a significant portion of
the terraces began to deteriorate. Six years after sections were designated a World
Heritage site in 1995, the terraces were added to UNESCO’s list of World Heritage in
Danger.
V. Conservation Measures
A. STATUS OF PROTECTION
In addition to neglect, officials raised concerns about unregulated
development in the area and the lack of strong management.
B. CONSTRAINTS/THREATS/ISSUES
Major restoration and conservation efforts were subsequently undertaken, and in 2012
the terraces were removed from the list.
C. CONSERVATION MEASURES
During this time officials also began promoting sustainable tourism, as the
terraces became an increasingly popular attraction, especially those in the village of
Batad.
VI. REFERENCES
Britanica.com
CATEGORY: NATURAL RESOURCES
NAME OF NATURAL HERITAGE: Tubbataha Reefs Natural Park
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I. Background Information
A. Sub-Category
Sea
B. Location
Palawan
C. Area
The marine and bird sanctuary consists of two huge atolls (named the North Atoll and
South Atoll) and the smaller Jessie Beazley Reef covering a total area of 97,030
hectares (239,800 acres; 374.6 sq mi). It is located 150 kilometres (93 mi) southeast of
Puerto Princesa City, the capital of Palawan province. The uninhabited islands and
reefs are part of the island municipality of Cagayancillo, Palawan, located roughly 130
kilometres (81 mi) to the northeast of the reef.
D. Ownership
Local Government of Puerto Princesa City, Palawan
II. Description
In December 1993, the UNESCO declared the Tubbataha Reefs National Park as a
World Heritage Site as a unique example of an atoll reef with a very high density of
marine species; the North Islet serving as a nesting site for birds and marine turtles. The
site is an excellent example of a pristine coral reef with a spectacular 100-m
perpendicular wall, extensive lagoons and two coral islands. In 1999, Ramsar listed
Tubbataha as one of the Wetlands of International Importance. In 2008, the reef was
nominated at the New 7 Wonders of Nature.
III. Stories Associated
The word tubbataha is a combination of two Sama-Bajau words: tubba and taha, which
together means “a long reef exposed at low tide”. Historically, Sama-Bajau peoples,
who have a nomadic lifestyle, visit the reef from time to time. Although people from the
islands of Cagayancillo are frequent visitors of the reef. They used the native vessel
banka to sail and fish on “Gusong”, their local name for the Tubbataha.
IV. Significance
Tubbataha Reefs Natural Park is one of the Philippines’ best diving spots where you
can see over 350 species of coral and almost 500 species of fish. The reserve also
protects one of the few remaining colonies of breeding seabirds in the region.
V. Conservation
A. Status of Protection
Tubbataha’s isolation, located in the middle of the Sulu Sea far from inhabitants of the
nearest populated islands, had preserved its marine resources from over-exploitation
over the years. The two islets in Tubbataha have no source of freshwater thus
preventing habitation.
B. Constraints/Threats/Issues
The area is under a grave threat due to overfishing and destructive fishing practices.
Research of scientists visiting the reefs since the 1980s revealed that the Tubbataha
Reefs Natural Park contains no less than 600 fish species, 360 coral species, 11 shark
species, 13 dolphin and whale species, and 100 bird species.
C. Conservation Measures
The World Future Council gave one of two Silver Awards to the Tubbataha Reefs
Natural Park Act, the policy measure that created a protected marine sanctuary of
almost 100,000 hectares of high-quality marine habitats containing three atolls and a
large area of deep sea.
VI. References
https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Palawan
CATEGORY: Natural Resources
Name of Natural Heritage: Puerto Princesa Subterranean River National Park
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I. Background Information
A. Sub-Category: River
B. Location: Puerto Princesa is located in the midsection of Palawan Island.
C. Area:
In terms of land area, the city is the second largest geographically after Davao City with
an area of 2,381.02 square kilometres (919.32 sq mi). Puerto Princesa is the location of
the Philippines’ Western Command headquarters.
D. Ownership Local Government of Puerto Princesa Palawan
II. Description
Puerto Princesa Subterranean River National Park is one of the world’s most impressive
cave systems. What makes it to the UNESCO World Heritage Sites Philippines is its
uniquely and impressive features of spectacular limestone karst landscapes, pristine
natural beauty, and intact old-growth forests and distinctive wildlife.
III. Stories Associated
Spanish colonizers founded the settlement on March 4, 1872 in the course of their
exploration of the province. As they scanned the Palawan shoreline for a capital site,
they came upon a hill with steep declivity. Rowing to shore, they surveyed the hill and
discovered an extensive plateau which they decided as ideal for settlement.
IV. Significance
With an underground river measuring to up to 8.2 kilometers, it is said to be among the
longest in the world. The highlight of Puerto Princesa Subterranean River National Park
is that it flows directly into the sea, with its brackish lower half subjected to tidal
influence, distinguishing it as a significant natural global phenomenon.
V. Conservation
A. Status of Protection
The protection and effective management of the site is hampered by a complex legal
framework and some confusion as to what is actually the World Heritage site, and the
donation of land areas within its boundaries to accommodate the residents. Resolution
of the zoning of the site as well as ongoing land claims and control of tourism
development are all key to ensure effective management and planning in the future.
B. Constraints/ Threats / Issues
Assessing the threats to the World Heritage site in the past has been difficult given the
confusion as to what exactly constitutes the World Heritage site and particularly in
regards to its boundaries and those of the buffer zone of Puerto Princesa Subterranean
River National Park. Although most threats are currently perceived as low, protection of
the entire catchment area of the underground river is key to protecting water quality and
quantity and ensuring the long-term viability of the site’s Outstanding Universal Value.
The integrity of the site is dependent upon activities within the catchment and there is a
need for more effective control of such activities, many of which are not consistent with
conservation of biodiversity values and are causing measurable damage. Of particular
concern are issues with land claims and illegal land sales, as well as dramatically
increasing levels of visitation. A lack of baseline data on species presence and
abundance hampers efforts to monitor the impact from threats to the biodiversity. Close
monitoring of tourism is also required to see whether the management responses are
sufficient to cope with the levels of increasing visitation.
C. Conservation Measure
In December 2012 the boundaries of the national park were changed, reportedly
resulting in the exclusion from the national park of critical habitats for a number of
threatened and endemic species.Development of farms and rubber plantations within
the property.Inadequate tourism management and an increasing influx of tourists
following the declaration of the property as one of the “New 7 Wonders of Nature”,
which may exceed the carrying capacity.Land grabbing and illegal resort development;
Illegal wildlife trade, including the trade in pets and the trade for consumption, including
supplying the market for bush meat and traditional medicine.
VI. References
https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Puerto_Princesa
https://whc.unesco.org/en/soc/2874
Category: Cultural Heritage
Name of Cultural Heritage: Historic City of Vigan
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I. Background Information
A. Sub-Category: World Heritage Site
B. Location: Ilocos Sur
C. Area: The total area of the inscribed property is 17.25 hectares.
D. Ownership: Local Government of Vigan City
II. Description
Established in the 16th century, Vigan is the best-preserved example of a planned
Spanish colonial town in Asia according to UNESCO. One of the reasons for its
inclusions in the cultural heritage sites in the Philippines is that its architecture reflects
the coming together of cultural elements from elsewhere in the Philippines, from China
and from Europe, resulting in a culture and townscape that have no parallel anywhere in
East and Southeast Asia.
III. Stories Associated
Next to Manila and Cebu, Vigan was the third most important city during the height of
the Spanish colonial era in the 18th and 19th centuries. Vigan was the center of Spanish
colonial power in northern Luzon. The range of structures along the plazas and streets
reveals the story of the town. The large buildings evoke political or religious power;
grand homes speak of wealth, while others show of more modest means; and
cobblestones streets speak of history. This town is a living testament to the Spanish
colonial era that exerts a strong cultural influence to the modern Philippine nation.
IV. SIGNIFICANCE
Vigan is unique for having preserved much of its Hispanic colonial character, particularly
its grid street pattern and historic urban lay out. Its significance also lies on how the
different architectural influences are blended to create a homogenous townscape.
V. Conservation
A. Status Protection
Vigan represents a unique fusion of Asian building design and construction with
European colonial architecture and planning.
B. Constraints/Threats/Issues
The World Heritage town of Vigan on the Philippines is under threat from
an ever-increasing stream of tourists visiting the small Spanish-colonial
town. Traditional houses are being transformed into hotels at an alarming
rate, driving the local inhabitants out and threatening the town’s integrity
and authenticity.
C. Conservation Measures
It is the policy of the local government of Vigan that before any
conservation, preservation or restoration work can commence, a thorough
research and documentation of the building showing its original design in
accordance with Ordinance No. 14, Series of 1997 shall have been
undertaken and its significance stated.
VI. References
https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Vigan
https://www-zenrooms-
com.cdn.ampproject.org/v/s/www.zenrooms.com/blog/post/unesco-world-
heritage-sites-philippines/amp/?
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Category: Cultural Heritage
Name of Cultural Heritage: Church of San Agustin
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I. Background Information
A. Sub-Category: World Heritage Site
B. Location: Intramuros, Manila
C. Area:
The massive structure of the church is highlighted by the symmetry and splendor of the
interiors (painted by two Italians who succeeded in producing trompe l'oeil) – the profile
of the mouldings, rosettes and sunken panels which appear as three-dimensional
carvings, a baroque pulpit with the native pineapple as a motif, the grand pipe organ,
the antechoir with a 16th-century crucifix, the choir seats carved in molave with ivory
inlays of the 17th century and the set of 16 huge and beautiful chandeliers from Paris.
D. Ownership
It was designed by Fray Antonio de Herrera, son or nephew of the great Spanish
architect Juan de Herrera. There is an overall management system where the National
Commission for Culture and the Arts (NCCA) is the overall site manager.
II. Description
San Agustin Church is located in General Luna St,, Manila, Metro Manila. The present
structure is actually the third Augustinian church erected on the site. The first San
Agustin Church was the first religious structure constructed by the Spaniards on the
island of Luzon. Made of bamboo and nipa, it was completed in 1571, but destroyed by
fire in December 1574 during the attempted invasion of Manila by the forces of
Limahong. A second wooden structure built on the same site was destroyed in February
1583 by a fire that started when a candle ignited drapery on the funeral bier during
services for Spanish Governor-General Gonzalo Ronquillo de Peñalosa.
III. Stories Associated
San Agustin Church was looted by the British forces who occupied Manila in 1762
during the Seven Years’ War. In 1854, the church was renovated under the supervision
of architect Luciano Oliver. On 3 June 1863, the strongest earthquake at that time hit
Manila leaving widespread destruction to the city, with San Agustin Church the only
public building left undamaged.
A series of strong earthquakes struck Manila again on 18–20 July 1880. This time, the
tremors left a large crack in the east bell tower
he crack was eventually repaired, but the left tower was permanently removed with only
the base remaining today. The church withstood the other major earthquakes that struck
Manila before in 1645, 1699, 1754, 1796, 1825, 1852, 1863 and 1880 and served as a
hospital for several of those injured during the earthquake in 1863.
IV. Significance
In 1993, San Agustin Church was one of four Philippine churches constructed during
the Spanish colonial period to be designated as a World Heritage Site by UNESCO,
under the collective title Baroque Churches of the Philippines. It was named a National
Historical Landmark by the Philippine government in 1976.This church is a significant
monument to the Spanish colonization of the Philippines, being the first religious
structure built in the island of Luzon, after the Spanish relocated from Cebu in the south.
V. Conservation
A. Status of Protection
The churches are presently covered and protected through RA 10066 (National
Heritage Law) and RA 10086 (National Historical Commission of the Philippines Law).
These legislations ensure their proper safeguarding, protection, conservation,
management and use as religious structures, as declared National Cultural Treasures,
National Historical Landmarks, and as World Heritage properties. A strong
administrative protection system is in place through a Tripartite Agreement between the
different national cultural government agencies while agreements between Church
authorities and the Government have been entered into, especially the Accordo
between the Holy See and the Republic of the Philippines on the Cultural Heritage of
the Catholic Church in the Philippines, which was ratified on 29 May 2008. The
Implementing Rules and regulations (IRR) of the 2009 Cultural Heritage Act of the
Philippines, which is still in the process of being approved, states that the highest
standards of conservation shall be applied to World Heritage properties and that its
authenticity, integrity and OUV shall not be allowed to be compromised.
B. Constraints/Threats/Issues
Conservation and restoration are undertaken through offices under implementing
national cultural agencies which ensure the regular monitoring of its state of
conservation including its many concerns, threats and problems. The Canon Law on the
pastoral care of the cultural heritage resources of the Church is likewise being applied
by the Catholic authorities. The site manager of the Baroque Churches (NCCA) works
with the NM and NHCP in ensuring that work is done according to World Heritage
standards and in order to improve the conservation management processes so that the
Outstanding Universal Value of the properties are maintained and properly managed. If
in case repairs are done that involve the replacement of deteriorated parts, these are
undertaken with care so that the replaced areas are differentiated from the original.
C. Conservation Measures
Involvement of local communities is strongly encouraged and they are considered
important stakeholders where their views are listened to in consultative processes.
Church authorities’ involvement in all aspects is vital and they also form an essential
part of agreements to ensure that conservation is undertaken at their level, being
owners of the properties.
VI. References
https://whc.unesco.org/en/list/677/
https://www-zenrooms-
com.cdn.ampproject.org/v/s/www.zenrooms.com/blog/post/unesco-world-heritage-sites
Category: Cultural Heritage
Name of Cultural Heritage: Paoay Church (Church of San Agustin)
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I. Background Information
A. Sub-Category: World Heritage Site
B. Location: Paoay, Ilocos Norte
C. Area
Its striking feature is the 24 heavy buttresses placed on the church’s sides and back
which serves as a strong foundation against natural disasters such as earthquakes.
That is why the Paoay Church still remains strong for over three centuries now.
D. Ownership
Local government of Paoay, Ilocos Norte
II. Description
Paoay Church is one of the oldest churches in the Philippines, having completed its
construction in 1710. It was declared as a National Cultural Treasure by the Philippine
government in 1973 and was then included in the list of UNESCO World Heritage Site’s
collective group of Baroque Churches of the Philippines in 1993.
III. Stories Associated
The earliest historical record of the area dates back to 1593, becoming an
independent Augustinian parish in 1686. Building of the present church was started in
1694 by Augustinian friar Father Antonio Estavillo, completed in 1710 and rededicated
in 1896. Some portions of the church was damaged in the 1865 and
1885 earthquakes but was later restored under the initiative of former First Lady Imelda
Marcos.
IV. Significance
The church is famous for its distinct architecture highlighted by the
enormous buttresses on the sides and back of the building. It is declared as a National
Cultural Treasure by the Philippine government in 1973 and a UNESCO World Heritage
Site under the collective group of Baroque Churches of the Philippines in 1993.
V. Conservation
A. Status of Protection
Several projects for the restoration of Paoay Church were sought by government and
non-government organizations due to possible question on its structural integrity.
B. Constraints/Threats/Issues
The local government of Ilocos Norte through resolution is seeking the reconstruction of
the church's convent presently in ruins and retrofitting of the church.
A. Conservation Measures
Conservation of the church's exteriors was begun by NHCP in the second quarter of
2019 and completed on June 2020. Work focused on the historic stone masonry walls
and buttresses. Vegetation was removed from the exteriors to prevent stone erosion
and lime grout loss. Major structural repair was done on the stairway of the bell tower.
The entire roof system was also rehabilitated. Repairs on the interiors are still ongoing
and expected to be completed by end of 2020.
VI. References
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Paoay
MAPPING OF SIGNIFICANT OF FESTIVALS
Name of Festival: Tabacco Festival
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I. Background Information
A. Location: Candon City, Ilocos Sur
II. Description
When we talk about the best products and festivals in the Philippines, the province of
Ilocos Sur is also one of the most visited provinces in the country. Although this
province does not have huge population and high-raised structures, it is the biggest
producer of Virginia-type tobacco of the country. The production is coming from Candon
City and because of this, they recognize this place as the “Tobacco Capital of the
Philippines”.
III. Stories Associated
Tobacco Festival itself is already a unique tradition, for it promotes an industry mostly
frowned upon the rest of the world due to health concerns. But while it does not
encourage smoking, it does pay tribute tobacco’s role to the city’s economic growth and
prosperity.
IV. Significance
Because of the continuing popularity of the place as the biggest producer of this
product, the government made an effort to highlight their city by introducing their annual
Tobacco Festival. For the past years, this is now one of the most favorite attractions in
Candon City whenever they visit the province of Ilocos Sur during the month of March.
V. References
hellotravel.com
http://www.traveltothephilippines.info/
Name of Festival: Bantayan Festival
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I. Background Information
A. Location: Guimbal, Iloilo
II. Description
A celebration of the birth of a new history and culture of the people of Guimbal as a
tribute and reverence to the triumphant struggle of its ancestors for meaningful
existence.The magic of the Gimba (drum) and the Bantayan (watchtower) are the major
features of the festival. The festival also features dance drama, drum, float & street
dancing competition, cultural shows, beauty pageant, paraw & boat racing, fluvial
parade, musical concerts and many other presentations.
III. Stories Associated
The Bantayan Festival serves as a memorial to the town of Guimbal’s past, and a
veneration to the vigilance, bravery and heroism of its founding fathers. The history of
the Guimbalanons’ struggle should be celebrated so that the younger generations will
know how their forefathers have sacrifice a lot for the safety of the town.
IV. Significance
Its return to significance gave birth to the annual celebration of Bantayan Festival which
was conceptualized and started in 2003.
V. Conservation
At the heart of the Bantayan Festival is the re-enactment of battles between the natives
of Guimbal and the Muslim pirates. The progressive and peaceful municipality of
Guimbal offer their triumphs as homage to their patron saint, as well as a thanksgiving
for its rich heritage.
VI. References
https://www.vigattintourism.com/tourism/articles/
Name of Festival: Haladaya Festival
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I. Background Information
A. Location: Daanbantayan, Cebu
II. Description
Haladaya Festival is honor to the patron saint of Daanbantayan, St. Rose of Lima.
Before in 1834, Daanbantayan was so-called “Kandaya” a name from the leader of first
malayan settlers, si “Datu Daya”. This is why people of Daanbantayan will celebrate the
Haldaya Festival because from the word of “Haladaya” which means “Halad Kang Datu
Daya!” They will offer a dance and thanksgiving of Datu Daya for defending the town
from harassment and attacks from the Moro pirates and making the Daanbantayan
Cebu a progressive town.
III. Stories Associated
The Haladaya Festival of Daanbantayan not only celebrates the feast day of St. Rose
de Lima, it also pays homage to Datu Daya. In fact, the name Haladaya means “Halad
kang Datu Daya.” Datu Daya is a legendary chieftain who was the leader of the first
Malaysian settlers in Cebu. He was the ruler of Kandaya, which was the old name of
Daanbantayan. Datu Daya was idolized by the settlers due to his leadership and
bravery in protecting the community from marauding pirates who constantly attacked
the community.
IV. Significance
The Haladaya Festival of Daanbantayan not only celebrates the feast day of St. Rose
de Lima, it also pays homage to Datu Daya.
V. References
http://www.peanutbrowas.com/blog/
https://www.philstar.com/cebu-lifestyle
Name of Festival: Kabanhawan Festival
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I. Background Information
A. Location: Minglanilla Cebu
II. Description
It is a festivity of the Minglanilla hanons displaying their gifts by methods for moving as a
declaration of joy keeping in mind the end goal to recognize the revival of Jesus Christ.
Kabanhawan is a Cebuano expression implies revival. The celebration held amid Easter
Sunday normally done in the ground of Minglanilla Central School. The move is made
out of two classifications – the Ritual Showdown and Street Dancing. Minglanilla Cebu,
a top of the line district, is otherwise called the "Sugat Capital" of the South.
III. Stories Associated
In the good old days, Minglanilla was a barangay of Talisay. It was "Buat", an iety of the
word 'bulad' which implies dried fish. As indicated by the congregation records, the town
was established in 1858 by Father Fernando Sanchez, the main Spanish minister who
changed the name to Minglanilla, a dark place in Spain where he was born.
IV. References
http://www.whatshappening.com.ph/event/kabanhawan-festival
Name of Festival: Kamayadan Festival
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I. Background Information
A. Location: Norala in South Cotabato
II. Description
Every month of March the Municipality of Norala in South Cotabato celebrates the
Kamayadan Festival, a colorful and joyful celebration of the town’s rich agricultural
harvests, governance’s feats, and a showcasing of the people’s culture and traditions.
III. References
https://www.soxph.com/2019/03/kamayadan-festival-colorful-celebration.html
Name of Festival: Anilag Festival
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I. Background Information
A. Location: STA. CRUZ, Laguna
II. Description
Anilag festival is formerly called as “La Laguna Festival”. This festival started as a
celebration of the region’s Foundation Day and a unique blend of local, cultural,
historical, and religious celebrations all rolled into one. This event aims to promote
Laguna’s prime tourist attractions and celebrate the fruits of its land and creativity of its
people. The word ANILAG is derived from “Ani ng Laguna” (Harvest of Laguna). Anilag
Festival is the Mother of All Festivals in the province of Laguna.
II. Stories Associated
Anilag Festival is the major and most colorful festival in Laguna. Through the festival,
Laguna citizens celebrate the fruitful success of their land and give thanks to the mighty
Provider for their bounty. Every year during the festival, they always attempt to place an
accomplishment in the Guinness Book of World Records by producing and making the
largest buko pie, longest Espasol, and biggest halayang ube. This year, the locals made
the biggest cassava cake which is made up of 1,140 fresh cassava, 1,140 pcs of fresh
eggs, 285 kgs of sugar, 86 liters of coco milk, 57 kgs of margarine, and 57 kgs of
powdered milk. With the hardwork, cooperation, and perseverance of the people of
Laguna, they have made a successful record.
III. References
https://www.vigattintourism.com/tourism/articles
https://www.pna.gov.ph/articles/1063481
Name of Festival: Kisi-kisi Festival
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I. Background Information
A. Location: Negros Occidental,Philippines
II. Description
"Kisi-kisi" alludes to the quick development of the fishes when they were pulled amid
abundant collect. Members are generally clad in brilliant submerged roused ensembles
and imitating ocean animal signals. Celebrated for its fish particularly mudcrab and
clam. Ilog was considered as the main capital of Negros Occidental. Around 104
kilometers from Bacolod City.
II. References
https://www.hellotravel.com/events/kisi-kisi-festival
Name of Festival: Torugpo Festival
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I. Background Information
A. Location: Samar and Leyte
II. Description
Festivals need aid not extraordinary in Samar and Leyte. Be that this celebration may
be very exceptional. Be that as it’s not recently an ordinary saturday. Its dark
saturday and these individuals were not assembled on honor those demise from
claiming Jesus Christ. They collect consistently to the Torugpo ha Camansi. Torugpo ha
Camansi is a twelve-month action that phases carabao battle. A carabao is matched
against an additional carabao previously a battle. The carabaos lock horns that push
against one another until a standout amongst them runs that may be in the end sought
after toward the winning creature.
II. Stories Associated
This will be what Kalgaranons do in dark saturday - pushing a battle not between men
anyway the middle of carabaos. Upon appeal about Palo diocesan Cipriano Urgel that
the torugpo make held on a day other than useful Friday, the organizers didn't bring
second musings in any case should concur to it since they never again bring those
motivation behind not to. Since then, the off chance needed been held once bootleg
Saturday, those article proceeded. This year, around 30 carabaos also horses required
been matched to fight, each battle enduring from 10-20 minutes, giving much thrill of the
viewing gathering of people.
III. References
https://www.hellotravel.com/
Name of Festival: Gawa-gawayan Festival
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I. Background Information
A. Location: Cauayan City,Isabela
II. Description
Gawagaway-yan Festival of Cauayan City is a celebration of the city's bountiful
livelihood and merriment for the ethno-linguistic groups residing in Cauayan. It also
traces and gives due recognition to the ancestry of Cauayenos from the ethno linguistic
group called Gaddang and recognizes the diversity of the cultural groups residing in
Cauayan City through streetdancing, float parade and other indigenous activities.
II. References
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Cauayan%2C_Isabela
Name of Festival: Salubong Festival
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A. Location: Plaridel Bulacan
II. Description
Salubong Festival is a 400 year old tradition in celebration of the feast day
of St.James Apostle of Plaridel. It is a two day festivity happens on the 29th and 30th
day of December every year.The celebration started with the colorful parade with
Elementary and High School student street dancers, women wearing baro’t saya, and
others. Horse festival parade starts from Baranggay Sipat, the home of the image of St.
James, up to the town Poblacion until it reaches the Parish Church for the 12 noon
mass.
III. References
https://rainsantos28.wordpress.com/2017/01/06/salubong-festival-in-plaridel-bulacan/
MAPPING OF SIGNIFICANT OF TOURIST DESTINATION
IN CANDON CITY ILOCOS SUR
Category: Natural Attraction
Name of Tourist Destination: Darapidap Beach
Photo:
I. Background Information
A. Sub-Category: Sea
B. Location: Darapidap Candon City, Ilocos Sur
C. Ownership: LGU of candon City
II. Description
Candon City has several gorgeous beaches, but the most outstanding is the Darapidap
Beach. It features a 3-kilometre stretch of a white-yellow sand beach that is known to be
the widest in Ilocos Sur. There are beach resorts in the area, some of which are offering
large-sized swimming pools.
III. References
https://triptheislands.com/destinations/what-to-see-and-do-in-candon-ilocos-sur/
Category: Heritage Attraction
Name of Tourist Destination: Saint John of Sahagun Parish Church
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I. Background Information
A. Sub-Category: Cultural Site
B. Location: Candon City, Ilocos Sur
C. Ownership: LGU of candon City
II. Description
The Saint John of Sahagun Parish Church, locally known as the Candon Church, is a
church situated in the city of Candon, Ilocos Sur, Philippines. Constructed with
an Earthquake Baroque design, the church is maintained and is still being used up to
present. The church's four-storey octagonal bell tower has an alternating open and
blind apertures, a balustrade and is topped by a campanile (bell tower).
III. References
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Candon_Church
https://triptheislands.com/destinations/what-to-see-and-do-in-candon-ilocos-sur/
Category: Man Made Attraction
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