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Travel to Bacolod, the Cordilleras, the Visayas, and Baguio for these colourful festivities that celebrate local mythology and spirituality.
Above Photo courtesy of Constantine Agustin | Source: Flickr
Photo courtesy of Constantine Agustin | Source: Flickr
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Kadayawan Sa Dabaw (Third week of August)
A thanksgiving harvest festival to celebrate the province’s signature fruits, flowers, and farm produce. Typically a flower festival, Kadayawan is known for its colourful and lively street dances, which showcase the traditions and stories of the different tribes in Davao.
Above Photo courtesy of Fitz Gerard Villafuerte | Source: Flickr
Photo courtesy of Fitz Gerard Villafuerte | Source: Flickr
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Masskara Festival (October 19)
Definitely the Filipino version of Mardi Gras, Bacolod’s famous festival of smiles is known for the artistic grass costumes and masks that the street dancers wear, reflecting the people’s love for fun and merrymaking.
Above Source: ECD Dance Company
Source: ECD Dance Company
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Grand Cordillera Festival (November)
Ethnic groups from Abra, Apayao, Benguet, Kalinga, Ifugao, and Mountain Province converge in Cordillera’s cultural melting pot, Baguio City, to present their well-preserved traditions every November. Witness the sacred rituals and offerings, masterfully choreographed dances, and the intricately patterned traditional costumes that highlight their exceptional weaving skills.
Above Source: www.islandsofthephilippines.com
Source: www.islandsofthephilippines.com
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Ati-Atihan Festival (January)
Literally means “to be like Aetas,” this feast is perhaps the most popular festival in the country, in honour of Santo Niño or the Child Jesus, as it is celebrated in three provinces: Cebu (Sinulog), Iloilo (Dinagyang), and Aklan.
Above Photo courtesy of Larry Fabian | Source: Yahoo
Photo courtesy of Larry Fabian | Source: Yahoo
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Panagbenga Festival (February 23 to March 3)
In our very own version of Springtime, flowers bloom in every corner of the street in Baguio City. In this near-month long festivity, multi-hued costumes are worn and parade floats adorned with the most colourful flowers rule the City of Pines.
About
Before assuming the Art and Culture Editor position, Franz has always had a penchant for visual and performing arts. He is passionate about exploring and writing about the local cultural scene and rediscovering the country’s storied past and rich heritage. Besides working on this luxury lifestyle magazine, Franz is an avid book reader, local traveller, museum-goer, chorister, and community theatre playwright.
Work
Franz earned a degree in Journalism from the University of Santo Tomas. He writes about local visual and performing artists and their craft; drinks wines, liquors, and spirits and talks about the creativity of their respective winemakers and master blenders; tries to learn more about business and investments; respects the tradition and artistry that go behind the making of watches and jewellery; and appreciates the genius of architecture and creative design.
As head of Tatler Philippines’ pool of writers, he helps them bring impactful and socially relevant stories to light.
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