The Gindap Ancestral House, built in 1960 in Barbaza, Antique, is a two-story postwar home made of cement, hardwood, and brick, known for its solid structure and secret basement passage. Originally a simple house with two bedrooms, it was expanded over the years and became a gathering place for political figures and guests, including prominent leaders like Governor Evelio Javier and Assemblyman Arturo Pacificador. The house has remained in the Gindap family and was once home to Carlo Magno Gindap, a former mayor, and his wife Lydia, a school principal. Though some parts were repaired or altered, like windows and the kitchen island, most of its original layout and materials remain intact. It is considered the oldest house in Barbaza and holds importance not only for its architecture but also for its role in the social and political life of the town. Today, it is well-maintained by the youngest son, Peter Gindap, and contains many preserved heritage items like hardwood furniture, paintings, and religious displays.
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Antique, ,
Photo Credit/s:
Lovelyn E. Gindap & Stephanie Acey Colomer, 2021
Mappers:
Jennifer E. Colomer, Mary Ann M. Genovata, Melany Tenales, Antonio Y. Alabado
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