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Intangible Heritage

Immerse yourself in the traditions, festivals, and oral histories that are at the core of Aklan, Iloilo, Capiz, Negros Occidental, Guimaras, and Antique’s cultural identity. Experience the festivals, folk songs, dances, and other age-old practices that continue to thrive.

KATAWTAWAN

Himamaylan, Negros Occidental, Sitio Bingig

The Katawtawan folktale from Sitio Bingig in Himamaylan City tells of a silver church bell hidden during the Japanese occupation … Read more

KINUNOT (Linabog)

Antique, Bugasong, Sabang West

Kinunot is a traditional dish from the coastal barangays of Bugasong, Antique, particularly in Barangay Sabang West, where it has … Read more

KIYAW-KIYAW

Aklan, Libacao

Kiyaw-kiyaw is a traditional peace-offering ritual from Libacao, Aklan, where food and prayers are offered to ancestors, usually for healing … Read more

LAMBAKLAD

Antique, Tibiao

Lambaklad fishing is a traditional fishing method practiced in Tibiao, Antique using bamboo rafts and nets to catch fish. The … Read more

LANGKUGA

Capiz, Cuartero

Langkuga, or Ginataang Bilo-bilo with Langka, is a traditional dessert from Cuartero, Capiz, made with glutinous rice balls, coconut milk, … Read more

MANUGKIBIT/HILOT SA BALIKID

Barotac Viejo, Iloilo, Poblacion

The Manugkibit or Hilot sa Balikid is a traditional healing practice found in Barotac Viejo, Iloilo, known for reflexology techniques … Read more

MASSKARA FESTIVAL

Bacolod, Negros Occidental

The MassKara Festival is a lively annual celebration in Bacolod City held every October, known for its bright masks and … Read more

MIRACLES OF THE IMMACULATE CONCEPTION

Iloilo, Oton, Poblacion West

The people of Oton believe the Immaculate Conception has protected their town through numerous miracles during war, natural disasters, and … Read more

PABUOL –SUHOT/ PASUHOT

Antique, Maybato North, San Jose de Buenavista

Pabuol-suhot is a traditional healing practice in Maybato North, San Jose, Antique. Originally came from a healer named Celestina, and … Read more

PABUSWANG (MUD LOBSTER TRAPPING)

Antique, Pandan

Pabuswang is a traditional fishing practice in Pandan, Antique, where hunters use traps made of bamboo and rubber, known as … Read more

PAG-BULAW

Capiz, Sigma

Pagbulaw is a traditional healing ritual practiced in several barangays in Sigma, Capiz, involving turmeric, charcoal, coconut shell, and specific … Read more

PAG-OBRA KANG BARUTO

Antique, Laua-an, Lindero

Pag-obra kang Baruto, local term for traditional boat-making practiced in Barangay Lindero, Laua-an, Antique, where fishing is a primary source … Read more

PAG-PATANDOK

Antique, Belison, Delima

Pag-patandok is a traditional healing practice observed in Barangay Delima, Belison, and other rural communities of Antique. This practice employs … Read more

PAG-UBRA IT LIMBOK

Aklan, Balete, Feliciano

Pag-ubra it Limbok is a traditional food made from fresh, mature glutinous rice in Sitio Bangbang, Barangay Feliciano, Balete, Aklan. … Read more

PAG-UBRA KA LAG-E

Badiangan, Iloilo, Mainguit

“Pag-ubra ka lag-e” bamboo blind-making, is a traditional craft in Barangay Mainguit, Badiangan, Iloilo. Nonito Catedrilla is credited to have … Read more

PAG-UBRA SANG BANDI

Balasan, Batuan, Iloilo

Basket making is a traditional craft in Barangay Batuan, Balasan, Iloilo. Craftsmen use locally sourced materials like bamboo, nito, and … Read more