Mapped Cultural Heritage in Guimaras
Featured Cultural Heritage in Guimaras
Manggahan Festival
Guimaras
The Manggahan Festival is a vibrant celebration of Guimaras’ famed mangoes, known for being among the sweetest in the world. Held annually, the festival features street parades, cultural performances, and mango-eating contests, all highlighting the island’s agricultural bounty and local culture.
Guisi Lighthouse
Guimaras
The Guisi Lighthouse, built in the 18th century, is one of the oldest lighthouses in the Philippines. Located on the southwestern coast of Guimaras, it offers stunning views of the sea and serves as a historical landmark, reminding visitors of the island’s maritime past.
Nabalas Church
Guimaras
Nabalas Church, also known as San Isidro Labrador Parish, is a historic church in Guimaras. Built with coral stones, the church reflects the island’s colonial heritage and remains a center of religious devotion for the local community.
