Igbaras Archives - Cultural Mapping of Panay and Guimaras

February 18, 2026

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The Sitio Buyuan-Baras Coffee Growers Association (SBBCGA) is a local agricultural organization based in Brgy. Tigbanaba, Igbaras, Iloilo, focused on coffee cultivation, processing, and distribution. The association traces its origins to the 1970s with the introduction of robusta coffee plants. The association was formally organized in 2016 however lack of proper training and support, coffee production dwindled. Interest in coffee cultivation and production revived during the pandemic with the growing popularity of coffee shops. With support from local government units and various national agencies, members have received training in coffee production techniques, leading to improved quality and recognition in competitions ...

Significant Personalities

MARBEN NEPONCIO DEL RIO

Igbaras, Iloilo

February 18, 2026

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Marben “Boyboy” del Rio is a known local hero, remembered for his heroic actions during the October 2006 typhoon. He was born and raised in Brgy. Barasan, Igbaras, Iloilo, and attended Barasan Elementary School and Igbaras National High School. However, he was not able to continue his studies and soon followed his father learning farming and carpentry. On October 2, 2006, during a devastating typhoon, a jeepney fell into the Tangayan River. Marben attempted to rescue the passengers, returning several times despite warnings from his family. In his final act of rescue, Marben was swept away by the river’s strong ...

Ethnographic Object, Tangible Movable Heritage

SUNGKAAN KANG TAJANLANGIT FAMILY(BRGY. 1 POBLACION, IGBARAS)

Igbaras, Iloilo

February 18, 2026

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The sungkahan or sungkaan of the Tajanlangit Family is a traditional Filipino game board made of granite stone, estimated to be around 50 years old. It has 11 holes and was used to play sungka, a game involving small pebbles or seeds distributed in a counter-clockwise direction to capture the most pieces. The game was a favorite pastime for the family’s children and helped bring them together during holidays and school breaks. Over time, as family members grew up and moved away, the game was played less often but remained a cherished memory. The stone board is rare today because ...

Intangible Cultural Heritage,

PINALABTUGA (NATIVE CHICKEN CUISINE)

Igbaras, Iloilo, Pinaopawan

February 18, 2026

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Pinalabtugan, also called dos bukales, is a traditional chicken-based dish from Igbaras known for its minimal broth and twice-boiled cooking method, rooted in the Kinaray-a term “pinalabtog” which means “to make a soup with.”. Prepared with native ingredients like bisaya nga manok, alupidan leaves, and local spices, it reflects the resourcefulness and agricultural lifestyle of the Igbarasnons. The dish holds cultural value as it is commonly served during communal events like fiestas, funerals, and drinking sessions. Knowledge of its preparation is transmitted both informally through peer learning during gatherings and vertically through family traditions. Despite its continued relevance, a growing ...

Natural Geological and Physiographical/ Land Formations, Natural Heritage

MT. NAPULAK

Igbaras, Iloilo, Tigbanaba

February 18, 2026

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Mt. Napulak, located in Brgy. Tigbanaba, Igbaras, Iloilo, is a 1,200-meter mountain known for its granite “nipple rock” at the peak, giving it the nickname “Nipple Mountain.” It features dense forests, limestone slopes, and scenic waterfalls, attracting hikers with its natural beauty and panoramic views of Panay Island. A local legend tells of a maiden named Napulak, whose tragic love story led to the formation of the mountain, with waterfalls believed to be her flowing tears. The mountain is valued not only for its beauty but also for its role in local culture, hosting weddings, anniversaries, and other milestones. It ...

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