Lambunao Archives - Cultural Mapping of Panay and Guimaras

February 18, 2026

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Balay Turun-an or School of Living Traditions in Barangay Panuran, Lambunao, Iloilo, built in 2016 to preserve the culture of the Indigenous Peoples community. It teaches traditional arts, crafts, music, poetry, rituals, and other cultural knowledge to young people to keep their heritage alive. The school was started through community efforts and support from local leaders, including Rex Castigador, with help from the Department of Education. Despite challenges like building decay and a lack of high school teachers, the school continues to offer cultural education and plans to expand due to growing enrollment. To protect its future, the school is ...

Ethnographic Object, Tangible Movable Heritage

SANDUKO KANG LOMA FAMILY (BRGY. PANURAN, LAMBUNAO)

Iloilo, Lambunao

February 18, 2026

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The sanduko owned by Roger Loma is a traditional bolo with a single-edged, curved blade with a wooden mahogany hilt. The hilt features a distinctive carved crocodile design with intricate scale patterns and sharp teeth, showcasing the craftsmanship and artistic expression of its maker. The sanduko plays a significant role in the Loma family’s community, used for both practical purposes like cutting vegetation and in cultural rituals such as “awag.” It represents the history of blacksmithing in the area, with local craftsmen often drawing inspiration from their environment, such as animals like crocodiles, for the handle’s design. It is currently ...

Intangible Cultural Heritage,

BINANOG FESTIVAL

Iloilo, Lambunao

February 18, 2026

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The Binanog Festival, rooted in the traditional Binanog dance of the Sulod Bukidnon (Tumanduk) people, is celebrated annually in Lambunao, Iloilo, and showcases the town’s rich indigenous heritage. The Binanog dance, inspired by the movements of the “banog” bird, symbolizes courtship and reflects the deep connection between humans and nature in Panay Bukidnon culture.The festival is a collaborative effort involving indigenous elders, cultural masters, local youth, and the municipal government, who help teach and perform the dance through oral tradition and apprenticeship. Aside from promoting unity and cultural pride, it also supports the local economy by attracting tourists and generating ...

Natural Heritage, Plants (Flora)

LAMBUNAW

Iloilo, Lambunao, Panuran

February 18, 2026

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Natural Heritage, Plants (Flora)

ROBUSTA COFFEE

Agsirab, Bagongbong, Cabatangan, Iloilo, Lambunao, Panuran

February 18, 2026

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Kape or robusta coffee thrives in tropical climates and can be found in certain areas in Lambunao, mainly Cabatangan, Panuran, Bagongbong, and Agsirab. Its flowers have a pleasant fragrance, often described as sweet and floral with hints of jasmine or citrus notes. The fruit is called coffee cherry, which resembles a cherry in appearance and has a dark red color when fully ripe. The beans, found inside the cherry, are then dried, roasted, and grounded to make coffee. These are then sold by the community, providing income and employment opportunities. The kape can withstand harsh conditions such as high temperatures, ...

Bodies of Water, Natural Heritage

ULIAN RIVER

Cabatangan, Iloilo, Lambunao

February 18, 2026

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The Ulian River spans 13,148.46 hectares across the town of Lambunao, Iloilo, traversing through varied topographies and multiple barangays within its extensive meandering course. It is constantly influenced by seasonal changes, where its waters exhibit strong currents during the rainy season and gentle currents during the dry season. Water quality also varies significantly throughout the length of the river, from crystal clear to turbid, influenced by human activity. The river supports rich flora and fauna which serve as sustenance and livelihood for the residents. This includes various fish species such as karpa (carp) and pantat (catfish), and edible plants such ...

Natural Geological and Physiographical/ Land Formations, Natural Heritage

MT. SINGIT

Iloilo, Lambunao, Panuran

February 18, 2026

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Mount Singit in Lambunao, Iloilo stands 700 meters above sea level and features unique geological formations which has served as home to diverse species of flora and fauna. It also serves as a spiritual haven, drawing pilgrims and devotees during Lent with 14 crosses constructed along its trail commemorating significant events from the Passion of Christ. Beyond its natural beauty, the mountain also holds historical importance, having witnessed events during World War II in Lambunao. Despite this, it faces threats such as deforestation, soil erosion, illegal logging, poaching, and pollution, jeopardizing and endangering its ecosystem. Additionally, the continued presence of ...

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