Heritages Archive - Page 25 of 43 - Cultural Mapping of Panay and Guimaras

February 18, 2026

CMPG

Pagbulad sa Bato is a traditional fish drying method practiced by fishermen in Bagongbayan, Buruanga, Aklan, using flat stones heated by the sun to dry fish from both sides. This technique works through heat conduction, where the stones warm up and help dry the underside of the fish, while the sun dries the top side. Fishermen often use this method when they are away for days without refrigeration or ice, allowing them to preserve fish like tamban and tuna more effectively. The stones are abundant, reusable, and easy to carry, making the practice sustainable and practical. Though the method has ...

Intangible Cultural Heritage,

PAG-UBRA IT LIMBOK

Aklan, Balete, Feliciano

February 18, 2026

CMPG

Pag-ubra it Limbok is a traditional food made from fresh, mature glutinous rice in Sitio Bangbang, Barangay Feliciano, Balete, Aklan. The rice is dried, soaked, roasted, and then pounded by several people until it becomes flat and separated from the husk. This unique process and the use of mature rice give Limbok its special taste and texture, different from earlier versions that used young rice grains. The locals, especially elders, teach their children how to make Limbok by hand to preserve the original method. Limbok is important historically as a staple and special treat, and it also helps the community ...

Intangible Cultural Heritage,

PUTO TOSTADO

Aklan, Altavas

February 18, 2026

CMPG

Puto Tostado is a traditional crispy rice cake made in Altavas, Aklan, and has been produced by the family in Aklan since 1914. It is made by soaking high-quality rice overnight, pounding it into starch, mixing with brown sugar or muscovado, steaming, and then toasting it over charcoal to give it a crunchy texture. Unlike regular soft puto, Puto Tostado is thin, hard, and golden brown with a sweet but mild flavor. The recipe has been passed down through four generations. Although production slowed during the COVID-19 pandemic, efforts by local schools and government agencies are helping preserve and promote ...

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

PAG-BULAW

Capiz, Sigma

February 18, 2026

CMPG

Pagbulaw is a traditional healing ritual practiced in several barangays in Sigma, Capiz, involving turmeric, charcoal, coconut shell, and specific leaves. The healer, called an albularyo, uses smoke, prayers, and turmeric applied on the patient’s body to treat illnesses believed to be caused by supernatural forces. Patients must avoid washing for 24 hours and pray for three nights to help the healing process. The knowledge of Pagbulaw is passed down through apprenticeships, where new healers learn by watching and assisting experienced albularyos. This ritual holds spiritual importance for those who believe modern medicine cannot cure certain ailments and is also ...

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

BUTANG – BUTANG

Capiz, President Roxas

February 18, 2026

CMPG

Butang-butang is a traditional healing ritual from President Roxas, Capiz, used to treat illnesses that doctors cannot diagnose. The healing involves offering food to unseen spirits or the souls of the departed, blending ancient beliefs with Catholic prayers. The ritual requires specific food offerings, a floating raft, and sometimes releasing a chicken tied with a red ribbon to transfer the illness away. The practice is led by a mediko, a folk healer who passes down knowledge orally to apprentices within the community. However, the practice is declining due to modernization and fewer young people interested in continuing it, though efforts ...

Intangible Cultural Heritage, Oral Traditions and Expressions, including Language

BULAWAN NGA BARKO

Capiz, Pilar

February 18, 2026

CMPG

The Bulawan nga Barko (Golden Ship) is a famous legend from Capiz about a magical golden ship that appears on the Balisong River, believed to bring good luck and blessings. The story is told by elders and shared in the community through oral storytelling, festivals, and cultural events. The legend connects people to their heritage, reflecting their beliefs in supernatural beings and nature spirits. Although still well-preserved, the tale faces challenges like declining interest among young people and competition from modern entertainment. To keep the legend alive, the community uses non-formal education and digital media, such as social media and ...

Intangible Cultural Heritage,

HIL-O HIL-O FESTIVAL

Capiz, Maayon

February 18, 2026

CMPG

The Hil-o Hil-o Festival is an annual celebration held in Maayon, Capiz, showcasing the community’s culture, unity, and tradition of mutual support. It includes parades, traditional dances, food fairs, agricultural exhibits, and free public services like legal help and medical missions. The festival name, Hil-o Hil-o, means helping one another, a core value among Maayonanons passed down through generations. Residents, students, and returning families join in the festivities, turning the event into a joyful reunion and cultural celebration. While it is still actively held every February, its success depends heavily on local government funding and support. To preserve this tradition, ...

Intangible Cultural Heritage, Performing Arts

PANDANG-PANDANG

Capiz, Dumarao

February 18, 2026

CMPG

Pandang-Pandang is a traditional courtship dance of the Ati community in Dumarao, Capiz, where male and female dancers mimic birds’ movements to express flirtation and affection. The dance is performed not only during courtship but also during weddings, harvest celebrations, and festivals. It is accompanied by instruments like the banjo and tambor, with dancers dressed in traditional attire such as malong, G-strings, and accessories made of pugsong. The Ati chieftain and elders, ensure its transmission by teaching the youth the proper steps and meanings behind the dance. However, the dance is now rarely performed, with youth showing less interest. Efforts ...

Intangible Cultural Heritage,

PAHINIS (FISHING RITUAL)

Basiao, Capiz, Ivisan

February 18, 2026

CMPG

Pahinis is a traditional fishing ritual practiced in Ivisan, Capiz, believed to bring a good catch and honor the spirits of the sea and departed loved ones. During the ritual, a large pig is cooked to feed the community, and offerings like food, liquor, and animals like chicken, crabs or shrimps are floated on the sea as gifts to spirits. A prayer is led by a ritual leader who throws pieces of cooked meat in all four directions to feed unseen beings. The ceremony ends with a shared meal, ensuring all attendees are well-fed as part of the blessing. Today, ...

Intangible Cultural Heritage, Traditional Craftsmanship

PAWOD MAKING (NIPA THATCHING)

Capiz, Panay

February 18, 2026

CMPG

Pawod making is a traditional craft in Panay, Capiz, involving the weaving of nipa leaves into roofing materials, which are valued for being water-resistant and insulating. The main materials used are nipa leaves, bamboo slats, and pipis, with the weaving mostly done by women and passed on informally to children through hands-on learning. This craft once provided affordable roofing for homes and continues to be used today in cottages, resorts, and eco-friendly structures due to its rustic and sustainable appeal. Historically, Pawod making was a family effort, especially during times of poverty, helping households survive by providing both shelter and ...

PAGBULAD SA BATO

Cultural Mapping Of Panay and Guimaras

Quick Links

Locations

Domains