Heritages Archive - Page 27 of 43 - Cultural Mapping of Panay and Guimaras

February 18, 2026

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The people of Oton believe the Immaculate Conception has protected their town through numerous miracles during war, natural disasters, and personal struggles. Stories include her appearance to ward off Japanese soldiers, her image calming an approaching tidal wave, and her pedestal remaining untouched during a major earthquake. Other accounts describe her miraculous intervention during typhoons and her image becoming immovable when attempts were made to transfer it to another town. These miracles have strengthened local faith and devotion, inspiring novenas, pilgrimages, and community-wide celebrations. Passed down through oral tradition and documentation, these stories are vital to Oton’s spiritual and cultural ...

Intangible Cultural Heritage,

CRY OF JELICUON

Iloilo, New Lucena, Poblacion

February 18, 2026

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The Cry of Jelicuon Festival in New Lucena honors the 1898 uprising against Spanish colonial rule, led by General Martin Delgado, and is held annually on October 25. The event features a powerful dance drama reenactment that captures the revolutionary moment when local volunteers declared support for independence. It serves both as a tribute to local heroes and as a showcase of the town’s cultural and agricultural identity. Organized by the local tourism office, the festival engages the community, especially through performances by residents and the involvement of historians, educators, and local officials. While it faces challenges such as reliance ...

Intangible Cultural Heritage,

ITANG-ITANG

Iloilo, Mina, Tumay

February 18, 2026

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The Itang-Itang ritual of Mina is a longstanding ancestral tradition involving food offerings made before gatherings, honoring deceased family members. Though rooted in indigenous beliefs and later influenced by Catholicism, it remains central to family celebrations like birthdays, fiestas, and reunions. Elders, particularly mothers and grandmothers, lead the ritual by placing portions of food on a home altar and offering prayers before the main meal begins. The practice symbolizes spiritual gratitude and maintains harmony between the living and their ancestors. Despite its cultural importance, younger generations show less interest, posing a threat to its continuity. To safeguard the tradition, families ...

Intangible Cultural Heritage,

BAYE-BAYE

Iloilo, Kirayan Tacas, Miagao

February 18, 2026

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Baye-Baye is a traditional sweet rice delicacy, made from glutinous rice, grated young coconut, sugar, and water, known for its chewy texture and cultural significance. It is a staple snack in Miagao, prepared during special occasions and religious holidays, often sold in local markets and made by families using traditional tools and methods. The process requires time, patience, and skill, typically passed down through generations. Challenges to its continuity include declining interest among youth, and limited documentation. . Safeguarding measures include non-formal education, documentation, promotion during festivals, and provincial efforts like cultural mapping, media promotion, and planned publications to preserve ...

Intangible Cultural Heritage,

TULTUGAN FESTIVAL

Iloilo, Maasin, Poblacion

February 18, 2026

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The Tultugan Festival, held every December 26 in Maasin, Iloilo, celebrates the town’s bamboo heritage, especially its traditional bamboo instruments known as “tultog.” Recognized as the “Bamboo Capital of Panay,” Maasin uses this festival to highlight bamboo’s cultural, artistic, and economic significance. Events include vibrant street dances, musical performances using bamboo, and displays of local craftsmanship, especially by skilled artisans. Cultural knowledge is passed down through oral traditions, mentorship, workshops, and modern media like social platforms and documentaries. Despite financial, environmental, and logistical challenges, the local government actively supports and promotes the festival to preserve Maasin’s heritage and sustain bamboo-related ...

Intangible Cultural Heritage,

BINAROT NGA PALAWAN (PALAWAN DELICACY)

Iloilo, Leon, Poblacion

February 18, 2026

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Binarot nga Palawan is a traditional snack made from grated “palawan” (giant taro), salt, and muscovado sugar, carefully wrapped in its skin and steamed, usually prepared in the morning or after lunch. The snack is not sold commercially but shared with guests, reflecting hospitality and cultural pride. Knowledge of this culinary tradition is passed through family involvement, maintaining its presence in the community. Despite its rich cultural value, the snack faces challenges as modern preferences shift toward trendier food. Preservation efforts include documentation, promotion on social media, and events like NAMIT! to revitalize and celebrate this heritage cuisine.

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

TANDOK (TRADITIONAL HEALING PRACTICE)

Iloilo, Leganes, Napnud

February 18, 2026

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Tandok is a traditional healing method practiced in Barangay Napnud, Leganes, Iloilo, used primarily to treat animal bites by drawing out toxins using a carabao or deer horn and coconut oil infused with herbs. Passed down through generations, it is believed to extract venom or rabies through the horn’s suction, offering an affordable, culturally rooted alternative to modern medicine. The technique involves multiple cycles of horn application, cleansing, and reapplication until the wound is believed to be cleansed of toxins, followed by healing oil application. Despite its continued practice and cultural value, tandok faces criticism from health authorities due to ...

Intangible Cultural Heritage,

PITO-PITO RITUAL

Iloilo, Janiuay, Ubian

February 18, 2026

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The Pito-Pito ritual is a spiritual thanksgiving ceremony practiced by the Panay Bukidnon communities in the upland barangays of Janiuay, Iloilo. Held every seven years, it honors ancestral and nature spirits—like saragudon, talonanon, and dungan—for guidance, protection, and blessings, and promotes both personal well-being and community harmony. The ritual is led by a baylan (shaman), involves offerings such as a black pig and native chicken, and includes chanting, dancing, and symbolic acts like walking around the altar seven times. Ritual preparations include wearing red clothing, hanging garments to signify the presence of spirits, and using specific items like fermented juice, ...

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 ...

Intangible Cultural Heritage,

DAGYAW (SPIRIT OF COMMUNAL UNITY AND COOPERATION)

Guimbal, Iloilo, Poblacion

February 18, 2026

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Dagyaw, also known as bayanihan, is a traditional Filipino practice of communal unity where people voluntarily help one another, especially during times of need. Originating from pre-colonial times and still active in Guimbal, Iloilo, dagyaw includes tasks like house relocation, farming, and community support during events like weddings, funerals, or calamities. Men often handle labor intensive work while women and children help with cleaning and food preparation. It is passed down through generations by encouraging youth to witness and participate in community service. However, it faces challenges from modernization and weakened neighborly ties, though it remains vital in rural communities.

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