The Philippines Today, Yesterday, and Tomorrow
We are now at the tail-end of this year’s National Heritage Month, and for today’s Pistang Pamana feature, let’s take a trip south to Bulan, Sorsogon for the Padaraw Festival! Bulan’s Padaraw Festival is celebrated for two reasons: in thanksgiving for bountiful harvests (both from the land and the seas) and in honor of the … Read more
As we end this year’s National Heritage Month, let’s go to Alitagtag, Batangas where they celebrate the Tapusan Festival every last day of May. Filipino Catholics dedicate the month of May to the Blessed Virgin Mary, in the traditional devotion called Flores de Mayo. For the people of Alitagtag, the Tapusan Festival is their way … Read more
Bicol Volcanic Arc How many volcanoes are there in Bicol? For the first feature in our Bulkan Ng Bikol series, let us learn about the volcanic centers and complexes in the Bicol region. The Bicol Volcanic Arc is one of the prominent volcanic arcs that form the Philippine Mobile Belt (PMB). This 260-km volcanic arc … Read more
Rizal Park Manila is one of the most visited landmarks in the Philippines. The Rizal Monument is the centerpiece of the park, honoring our National Hero, Jose Rizal. The monument has been a testimony to the nation’s historical events, including the hoisting of the Philippine Flag during the Philippine Independence from the Americans, where it … Read more
Tomb of the Unknown Soldier Taguig City It is considered one of the most significant structures in Libingan ng Mga Bayani, dedicated to the shared memories of all soldiers who were killed in a war. The Tomb of the Unknown Soldier is a monument dedicated to the services and collective memories of unknown soldiers who … Read more