The Philippines Today, Yesterday, and Tomorrow
Bantayan ng Pamilacan Famous for its dolphin and whale watching tours, the Pamilacan Island in Baclayon, Bohol also boasts a 200-year-old watchtower built in the Spanish era. Declared as a National Cultural Treasure by the National Museum of the Philippines, its new brass marker was finally installed earlier this morning, April 18, in time of … Read more
Portrait of Ruperto Kangleon Born in Macrohon, Leyte, he joined the Philippine Constabulary and was the commanding officer of the 81st Infantry Division of the USAFFE at the advent of the War. He fought the Japanese in Davao and Agusan and was captured. After escaping in December 1942, he formed a guerrilla group. By August … Read more
Lingling-o Worn as a symbol of fertility and good luck. The Lingling-O is one of the first symbols made and worn in the Philippines. Although the earliest known lingling-o dates from 500 BC, the art of jade carving and its trade in the region is much older. In 2000 BC, the Maritime Jade Road was … Read more
Felix Laureano’s photo “Acarreando Nipa y Bagaso” is a poignant depiction of the laborious process of transporting nipa palm leaves and bagaso, a byproduct of sugarcane processing. In the Philippines, nipa palm leaves are commonly used as a roofing material, while bagaso serves various purposes, including fuel and as a raw material for paper and … Read more
The photo “Vista del Muelle y Ria de Ilo-ilo” by Felix Laureano captures the scenic view of the pier and river of Iloilo. It offers a glimpse into the bustling maritime activity and picturesque landscape of the area during Laureano’s time probably taken during the time when he opened his photo studio along Calle Iznart … Read more