Iloilo - Cultural Mapping of Panay and Guimaras

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Iloilo: Living Heritage and Champion of Progress

Fun, Foodie, Friendly Iloilo

Iloilo, located in the heart of Panay Island in Western Visayas, is a province that beautifully blends rich history and modern progress. Recognized as a UNESCO Creative City of Gastronomy, Iloilo is known for its mouthwatering dishes like La Paz Batchoy, Pancit Molo, and Biscocho. The province is also famous for its vibrant festivals, especially the Dinagyang Festival, which draws visitors from around the world to experience the lively celebrations. Iloilo’s charm doesn’t end with its food and festivals. The province is home to stunning Spanish colonial architecture, with must-see sites like Miag-ao Church, a UNESCO World Heritage Site along with the old buildings in downtown Iloilo reflect exceptional architecture, showcasing the region’s rich past as well as its drive for progress.

Mapped Cultural Heritage in Iloilo

Dueñas, Iloilo

NAZARIA LAGOS

Significant Personalities

Nazaria Lagos, born in 1851 in Dueñas, Iloilo, was a revolutionary heroine known as the “Florence Nightingale of Panay” for … Read more

Concepcion, Iloilo

NELFA QUERUBIN

Significant Personalities

Nelfa Querubin-Tompkins, born in Concepcion, Iloilo in 1941, is a Filipino-American artist known for her ceramic and visual artworks. She … Read more

Estancia, Iloilo

NORTHERN ILOILO STATE UNIVERSITY (formerly known as Northern Iloilo Polytechnic State College)

Cultural Institutions

Northern Iloilo State University (NISU), formerly Northern Iloilo Polytechnic State College (NIPSC), is a public state university located in Estancia, … Read more

Barotac Nuevo, Iloilo

NUESTRA SEÑORA DEL SANTO ROSARIO Y SANTO NIÑO HESUS SCULPTURE OF THE DAIRO FAMILY IN BAROTAC NUEVO

Religious Object, Tangible Movable Heritage

The Nuestra Señora del Santo Rosario y Santo Niño Hesus is a 24-inch tall ivory and wood statue believed to … Read more

Badiangan, Iloilo, Mainguit

PAG-UBRA KA LAG-E

Intangible Cultural Heritage, Traditional Craftsmanship

“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

Balasan, Batuan, Iloilo

PAG-UBRA SANG BANDI

Intangible Cultural Heritage, Traditional Craftsmanship

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

Cabatuan, Iloilo

PAGDAHA KANG TINUOM

Intangible Cultural Heritage, Social Practices, Rituals and Festive Events

Tinuom is a traditional dish in Cabatuan, Iloilo, made by wrapping native chicken and spices in banana leaves, then boiling … Read more

Bingawan, Iloilo

PAGDAHA SANG PADUYA

Intangible Cultural Heritage, Social Practices, Rituals and Festive Events

Paduya is a traditional delicacy unique to Bingawan, Iloilo, often prepared during All Saints’ and All Souls’ Days, and other … Read more

Burgos-Regidor, Dumangas, Iloilo

PAGHUGAS

Intangible Cultural Heritage, Social Practices, Rituals and Festive Events

Paghugas is a funeral tradition where attendees wash their hands with warm water boiled with kabugao (pomelo) leaves after a … Read more

Iloilo, Pototan, Tuburan

PAGLUTO KA ARIPAHOL

Intangible Cultural Heritage, Social Practices, Rituals and Festive Events

Pagluto ka Aripahol is a traditional rice cake-making practice in Tuburan, Pototan, Iloilo, passed down through generations and especially popular … Read more

Coastal barangays, Concepcion, Iloilo

PAGPAMAKAS

Intangible Cultural Heritage, Social Practices, Rituals, and Festive Events

Pinakas is a traditional method of drying fish particularly in coastal communities. The practice was likely developed to prevent spoilage … Read more

Iloilo, Maasin, Magsaysay

PAIT SPRING

Bodies of Water, Natural Heritage

Pait Spring in Barangay Magsaysay, Maasin, Iloilo is a small natural spring known for its distinct salty water. Locals have … Read more

Cabantohan, Iloilo, Lemery

PANGALAP/TRADITIONAL HEALING

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

Pangalap is a traditional ritual done during Holy Week wherein healers gather sangkap (materials) in the mountains. They often gather … Read more

Banate, Carmelo, Iloilo

PANGBATAK

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

Pangbatak is a traditional healing practice in the Philippines, wherein the word “pang” means to touch or to strike and … Read more

Concepcion, Iloilo, Lo-ong

PANGBOBO (FISH-TRAP MAKING)

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

Pangbobo, the traditional craft of making fish traps called “bobo,” is practiced in coastal areas of Concepcion, Iloilo, especially in … Read more

Iloilo, San Joaquin, Sinogbuhan

PANGHAWAN-HAWAN (CLEARING RITUAL)

Intangible Cultural Heritage, Social Practices, Rituals and Festive Events

Panghawan-Hawan is a ritual performed to honor and ask spirits to leave an area before building, cutting trees, or exploring … Read more

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Featured Cultural Heritage in Iloilo

Madge Cafe

CUltural Institution

The famous Madge Cafe is dubbed as the oldest coffee shop in Iloilo City offering a community hub and bringing pride to the people of Iloilo.

Rafflesia

Natural Heritage

Known as one of the largest flowers in the world, the Rafflesia is a rare and striking plant species found in Iloilo’s forests, attracting botanists and nature lovers with its unique beauty.

Jaro Belfry

Tangible Immovable Heritage

The historic Jaro Belfry is a centuries-old bell tower that stands as a testament to Iloilo’s rich colonial past and religious heritage, offering visitors a glimpse into the region’s architectural legacy.

Oton Death Mask

Tangible Movable Heritage

An ancient gold burial artifact discovered in Iloilo, the Oton Death Mask reflects the region’s pre-colonial history and its sophisticated artistry, preserved as a symbol of its cultural heritage.

Dinagyang Festival

Intangible Heritage

A vibrant annual festival celebrated in honor of the Santo Niño, Dinagyang Festival features colorful street parades, dance performances, and a display of Iloilo’s deep devotion and cultural pride.

Graciano Lopez-Jaena

Significant Personalities

A national hero from Iloilo, Graciano Lopez-Jaena was a revolutionary journalist and orator, recognized for his contributions to the Philippine reform movement during the Spanish colonial period.