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Iloilo Weaving Prosperity and Legacy  In the 18th century, Iloilo flourished as the Textile Capital of the Philippines, producing exquisite fabrics like sinamay, piña, and jusi. These handwoven masterpieces fueled inter-island trade and elevated Iloilo’s economic prominence, giving rise to a prosperous upper middle class. During its peak, Iloilo boasted 60,000 looms creating fine textiles … Read more

Aetas Negritos of Panay Island  Historical accounts by Spanish chroniclers describe the presence of “blacks” or “little blacks” (negros or negrillos) in Panay, Negros, and various provinces in Luzon. These individuals, often referred to as Negritos, were generally of smaller stature than other Filipinos. Some were described as robust, while others were noted for their … Read more

Longest Feast of the DeadBETIS, GUAGUA, PAMPANGAThe district of Betis in the town of Guagua, Pampanga is known for having one of the longest observances of the Feast of the Dead where they pray for the souls of the departed for 9 days. Before the official start of Dáun, Betis folk hold a Parade of … Read more

Tabon Human Fossils  let’s talk about the human fossils unearthed in the renowned archaeological site of Tabon Cave! Located on the southwest coast of Palawan Island, the Tabon Cave is one of the most studied archaeological sites in the Philippines. Pioneer excavations by Dr. Robert Fox of the National Museum of the Philippines (NMP) in … Read more

The National Shrine of Our Lady of Candles, also known as Jaro Cathedral, is a historic gem in Iloilo City, Philippines. Established in 1575 and consecrated in 1874, this Romanesque Revival cathedral is the seat of the Archdiocese of Jaro. In 2012, it was declared a National Shrine and is famous for housing the first … Read more