Heritages Archive - Page 29 of 43 - Cultural Mapping of Panay and Guimaras

February 18, 2026

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Panginhas, or the traditional gathering of shellfish during low tide, is a practice on Sicogon Island rooted in generations of sustainable marine harvesting. It reflects the islanders’ deep bond with the sea, relying on tidal rhythms and eco-friendly techniques like hand-picking from reef flats and tidal pools. This communal activity fosters cooperation, strengthens social ties, and reinforces shared responsibility for marine conservation. Passed down through oral tradition and hands-on learning, panginhas helps preserve local knowledge and cultural identity. Despite its continuity, the practice faces threats from overharvesting, habitat destruction, and harmful methods like using fish poison. To protect this heritage, ...

Intangible Cultural Heritage,

DINAGYANG FESTIVAL

Iloilo, Iloilo City, Iloilo CIty Proper

February 18, 2026

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The Dinagyang Festival in Iloilo City, is a vibrant celebration blending religious devotion, cultural expression, and artistic performance in honor of the Santo Niño. Originating in 1967 and officially named in 1977, the festival features events like the Pamukaw, Ati Tribe Competition, Fluvial Procession, Dinagyang Float and Lights Parade, Kasadyahan Regional Cultural Competition, Miss Iloilo Pageant, Sadsad Ritual, and Tambor Trumpa Martsa Musika. It is celebrated annually on the fourth Sunday of January but preparations and events span several weeks in advance. Cultural transmission occurs through family traditions, community mentorship, and formal training, with performers, choreographers, religious devotees, and the ...

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 ...

Intangible Cultural Heritage, Oral Traditions and Expressions, including Language

SUGUIDANON (EPIC CHANTING)

Calinog, Garangan, Iloilo

February 18, 2026

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Suguidanon is a centuries-old oral tradition of epic chanting performed by the Panay Bukidnon communities in upland Central Panay. This features ten epics that reflect their spiritual worldview, customs, and identity. Traditionally performed by manugsuguidanon such as binukot (secluded maidens) and babaylan (shamans), it serves as both entertainment and a medium for transmitting cultural knowledge during social and spiritual gatherings. The chanting is complex, using Old Kinaray-a and requiring great memorization and vocal skill, often taking days to complete and performed during rituals, harvests, or as lullabies. Despite the decline in the number of chanters due to social changes and ...

Intangible Cultural Heritage,

PAGDAHA KANG TINUOM

Cabatuan, Iloilo

February 18, 2026

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Tinuom is a traditional dish in Cabatuan, Iloilo, made by wrapping native chicken and spices in banana leaves, then boiling it. This dish, while simple, reflects the town’s culinary heritage and identity. The women of Cabatuan are regarded as the main culture-bearers of this practice and they often pass down the recipe and cooking techniques through observation and hands-on participation during community events. The dish is showcased annually in a culinary competition organized by the local government, promoting creativity and cultural pride among participants. Socially, Tinuom is a centerpiece in fiestas and communal gatherings, attracting both locals and visitors, while ...

Intangible Cultural Heritage,

PAGDAHA SANG PADUYA

Bingawan, Iloilo

February 18, 2026

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Paduya is a traditional delicacy unique to Bingawan, Iloilo, often prepared during All Saints’ and All Souls’ Days, and other special occasions. It is made from glutinous rice powder, coconut milk, muscovado sugar, and water. The preparation process requires mixing, blending, and boiling, followed by wrapping the product in banana leaves. Though similar to kalamayhati, paduya stands out as a special food offering tied to ancestral veneration, house-blessing rituals, and thanksgiving after harvest. Its preparation is considered a spiritual act and an expression of Bingawan’s cultural identity, passed down informally through generations. However, the tradition faces challenges due to waning ...

Intangible Cultural Heritage, Traditional Craftsmanship

PAG-UBRA SANG BANDI

Balasan, Batuan, Iloilo

February 18, 2026

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Basket making is a traditional craft in Barangay Batuan, Balasan, Iloilo. Craftsmen use locally sourced materials like bamboo, nito, and banban from nearby mountains and the process involves preparing materials, weaving and shaping baskets for practical uses, for storage and transport. Despite its cultural significance, basket making faces challenges such as competition from cheaper mass-produced goods, limitied government support, inadequate infrastructure, and environmental threats, which affect the availability of materials. The younger generation shows less interest in learning the craft, leading to concerns about its continuity. Efforts to preserve the craft include informal education, with older practitioners teaching the techniques ...

Intangible Cultural Heritage, Traditional Craftsmanship

PAG-UBRA KA LAG-E

Badiangan, Iloilo, Mainguit

February 18, 2026

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“Pag-ubra ka lag-e” bamboo blind-making, is a traditional craft in Barangay Mainguit, Badiangan, Iloilo. Nonito Catedrilla is credited to have introduced this craft to his relatives when he moved to Mainguit, and has since been passed down through observation and practice. Skilled artisans weave bamboo into blinds, which finished products are used to decorate windows and as protection from sunlight. This craft is an important source of income for the community, with local resorts as their primary clients. While bamboo blind-making plays a significant cultural and economic role for the community, it faces challenges such as limited working spaces and ...

Intangible Cultural Heritage,

BANAAG FESTIVAL

Anilao, Iloilo

February 18, 2026

CMPG

The Banaag Festival is an annual celebration held in Anilao, Iloilo, celebrated during the town’s foundation day. The festivity is representative of the town’s identity through the theme of “banaag” or light, which historically served as a warning signal during Moro pirate raids. Rooted in the town’s colonial past, the use of torches has evolved into displays of lights during nighttime festivities. The festival features dance performances, illuminated costumes, and lanterns, uniting residents in a shared cultural experience. The entire community, including schools and civic groups, play an active role in passing on festival practices through informal participation and performance. ...

Intangible Cultural Heritage,

SINAKOL MAKING (A STICKY RICE DELICACY)

Alimodian, Iloilo, Taban–Manguining

February 18, 2026

CMPG

Sinakol is a traditional sticky rice delicacy from Alimodian, Iloilo, popular in Barangay Taban–Manguining and surrounding areas, where it has been made since before World War II. The snack is prepared using glutinous rice, coconut, muscovado and white sugar, and water. It is steamed in a bamboo-matted cauldron then formed into soft round balls, and finally wrapped in banana leaves. While the COVID-19 pandemic significantly impacted production and sales, Sinakol remains closely tied to cultural practices such as All Saints’ Day, Lenten seasons, and local festivals. Efforts to safeguard this practice include non-formal transmission, documentation, and promotion by local and ...

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