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Guimaras: Island of Sweet Mangoes and Tropical Vibes

the island that fits your taste!

Guimaras, an island province nestled between Iloilo and Negros Occidental, is celebrated for its sweet mangoes, renowned as one of the finest varieties in the world. Beyond its agricultural bounty, Guimaras boasts landscapes, from its beaches and marine sanctuaries to its mango trees and panoramic viewpoints. Guimaras presents a delightful experience where the calm island vibes matches the bounties that it offers.

Mapped Cultural Heritage in Guimaras

SABANG SEAWEED GROWERS ASSOCIATION

Cultural Institutions

The Sabang Seaweed Growers Association (SSGA) was established on January 20, 2009, initially comprising 119 members, primarily composed of small-scale … Read more

SALT MAKING

Intangible Cultural Heritage, Knowledge and Practices Concerning Nature and the Universe

Salt making is practiced in the coastal barangays of Sebaste and Bubog in Sibunag, Guimaras, where residents use punungan or … Read more

SAPAL WEAVERS ASSOCIATION

Cultural Institutions

The Sapal Weavers Association (SWA), established in 2006, supports the weaving community in Barangay Sapal, San Lorenzo, Guimaras. Originally with … Read more

SIBUNAG RIVER

Bodies of Water, Natural Heritage

Sibunag River is the longest river in Guimaras which spans approximately 10 kilometers from its source in the hills of … Read more

SINGER SEWING MACHINE KANG FRONDOSA FAMILY(BRGY. RIZAL, JORDAN)

Ethnographic Object, Tangible Movable Heritage

The Singer sewing machine owned by the Frondosa family is a treadle-operated model used for making garments and mending items. … Read more

STO. ROSARIO CHAPEL

Churches, Temples and Places of Worship, Tangible Immovable Heritage

The Sto. Rosario Catholic Chapel of Buenavista, Guimaras features a heptagonal design with concrete walls, sky blue iron grill doors, … Read more

VICENTE BRIZA ALVAREZ, SR.

Significant Personalities

Vicente Briza Alvarez, born on September 7, 1927, in Tabaco City, Albay, was a marine biologist known for pioneering seaweed … Read more

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.