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February 18, 2026

CMPG

Pagrara it banig (mat weaving) is a traditional practice in Libertad, Antique, where the bariw plant is used as the primary material for weaving. It is believed that this practice existed long before the Spaniards arrived. This intricate process consists of 14 steps: pagsasa, paghapnig, pagriras, pagbulad, pagpalpag, paglikid, pagbuntay, pagkulhad, pagkyupis, taytay, pagrara, sapay, hurip, and gutab. The practice has been passed down through generations, with elders teaching younger community members through observation and hands-on experience. Most elders believed that the best time to weave is during the rainy season, when the bariw plant is softer and easier to ...

Intangible Cultural Heritage,

BANIGAN FESTIVAL

Antique, Libertad

February 18, 2026

CMPG

The Banigan Festival is an annual event held in Libertad, Antique, during the second week of March, celebrating the town’s traditional banig (mat) industry. The festival includes activities such as Pasundayag (Agri-Trade Fair), a streetdance competition, and the Lin-ay kang Libertad pageant. These events highlight the local artistry and craftsmanship, with participants, including students and mat weavers, engaging in competitions that showcase the cultural significance of mat weaving through their costumes and performances. At the same time, the festival also honors the town’s patron saint with mass celebrations. Established in 2000, the festival has become a cultural celebration which fosters ...

Intangible Cultural Heritage, Oral Traditions and Expressions, including Language

ISTORYA NI MAGKATUN

Anini-y, Antique, Lisub-B

February 18, 2026

CMPG

The stories are a collection of local folktales centering around Magkatun, whose real name was Santiago Salcedo, believed to be a former member of the US Navy. According to these stories, he often ventured into mariit (mystical or dangerous) places and cut down trees considered sacred or inhabited by spirits. After these trees were cut, residents of nearby houses would report hearing loud noises believed to be caused by a tamawo (local supernatural being). He avoided directly returning home, often resting under trees or going from one house to another to evade any spirits that followed him. His stories are ...

Intangible Cultural Heritage,

KINUNOT (Linabog)

Antique, Bugasong, Sabang West

February 18, 2026

CMPG

Kinunot is a traditional dish from the coastal barangays of Bugasong, Antique, particularly in Barangay Sabang West, where it has been cooked for generations. The dish is popular for its rich, savory flavor with a hint of sweetness from the coconut milk and sugar, with the vibrant color from atchuete. Kinunot serves both as a source of livelihood and a social dish, often enjoyed during gatherings and celebrations in the community. However, challenges include a decrease in shark meat supply and a lack of interest among younger generations in learning the recipe.

Intangible Cultural Heritage,

APO-APO

Antique, Belison

February 18, 2026

CMPG

Apo-apo is a tradition that honors deceased elders by having participants, dressed in ghostly representations of their ancestors, visit homes on November 1st, asking for food offerings. They chant “Apo” (grandchild) followed by “Ngayo kami bisan ano” (Can you give us anything to eat?) in a ghostly tone, embodying their ancestors’ spirits. Food offerings typically include Filipino rice-based desserts, which are then divided among the participants. While the tradition has evolved, with influences from the modern “trick or treat” practice, with children now dressing as monsters and chanting in a rhythmic tone, the essence remains intact, with children still placing ...

Animals (Fauna), Natural Heritage

MARAL

Antique, Poblacion, Valderrama

February 18, 2026

CMPG

The Maral, or Philippine leopard cat is an endemic mammal found throughout Valderrama&apos;s barangays. It inhabits tropical rainforests, secondary forests, and lowland areas, but can also adapt to agricultural and rural environments with sufficient vegetation. This small wild cat has a slender body with a yellowish to grayish coat marked by black rosettes and spots, aiding its camouflage. Ecologically, the Maral is a vital predator that controls populations of rodents and small birds, helping maintain ecosystem balance. The species is listed as vulnerable due to threats like illegal poaching driven by the fur trade. Conservation efforts include local enforcement by ...

Natural Heritage, Plants (Flora)

SEREGUELAS

Antique, Balud, Tobias Fornier

February 18, 2026

CMPG

The Serequelas, also known as Seneguelas or Spanish Plum Tree, is a native perennial tree found in dry tropical areas like Brgy. Balud, Tobias Fornier, Antique. It thrives in varied habitats such as farmlands and coastal areas, producing edible fruits often eaten with salt and vinegar. The tree is valued not only for its ornamental flowers but also for its medicinal bark. Local stories say some Sineguelas trees in Brgy. Balud are over a hundred years old, with fruits prized for their sweetness and resilience. Despite threats from urban development, local residents maintain and propagate the tree mainly for personal ...

Natural Geological and Physiographical/ Land Formations, Natural Heritage

TIGUES SHORE

Antique, La Paz, Tibiao

February 18, 2026

CMPG

Tigues Shore, located in Brgy. La Paz, Tibiao, Antique, is a small coastal area known for its large, rough boulders along the Sulu Sea. The shore is lined with coconut palms, talisay, and pandan trees, and features a notable centennial lunok near the water. Historically, the area was called Langawun due to the presence of flies attracted by dead bodies or fish during World War II, reflecting its somber past. Today, Tigues Shore is a popular spot for locals and tourists who enjoy swimming, sightseeing, and socializing, supporting the local economy through nearby sari-sari stores. The community and local government ...

Natural Heritage, Plants (Flora)

ANAHAW

Antique, Purok 7, Sibalom

February 18, 2026

CMPG

The anahaw is a native tree commonly found in Southeast Asia, including the Philippines, thriving in low to medium altitude forests, swamps, and mangrove edges. It is visible in some barangays such as Purok 7, San Juan, Sibalom Antique. The tree features large, nearly round palmately lobed leaves about 1.2 meters wide, arranged spirally around its trunk, with flowers appearing in clusters on long stalks. Traditionally, anahaw leaves are valued in rural communities for practical uses like roofing in typhoon-prone areas, wrapping tikoy (rice cake), or serving as simple lunchboxes for schoolchildren. The plant plays an important cultural and functional ...

Animals (Fauna), Natural Heritage

PAWIKAN

Antique, Funda-Dalipe, San Jose de Buenavista

February 18, 2026

CMPG

The pawikan (sea turtle), is a native reptile found in coastal areas of San Jose, especially in Brgy. Funda-Dalipe, Mojon, Malaiba, and Barangay 4. These turtles nest on sandy beaches between August and December, with hatchlings mostly seen from October to November. Known for their hard, oval-shaped shells, pawikan play a vital role in maintaining healthy coral reefs and seagrass beds, thus supporting marine biodiversity. Local conservation efforts include rescue, rehabilitation, and release programs at the Pawikan Center in Funda-Dalipe, where community events and coastal cleanups help protect their habitats. Threats to pawikan include habitat destruction, poaching, pollution, climate change, ...

PAGRARA IT BANIG (BANIG MAKING)

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