Region of Ilocos Sur has of late renowned its Kannawidan Ylocos Festival. And time scripts the district’s 193rd year based on the Royal Decree dated February 2, 1818 untying Ilocos Sur from Ilocos Norte. Preceding to this day, the draw out of Bangui in Ilocos Norte along Luna La Union is called Ylocos which is a expression to refer to the coastal residents. It factually meant “from the lowlands”.
Vigan which is very particular in Ilocos Sur is recognized as the Heart of Ilocandia by the Philippine Historical Committee. It’s a region very rich in traditions and heritage. Kannawidan means way of life and this region got to showcase all what it has.
In attendance was the ancestral presentation of the civilizing communities of Ilocos Sur which is so mesmerizing. They displayed their talents as well as their native costumes. Longanisa, bagnet, garlic, bibingka, tinubong and a lot of other food as well as handicrafts showcased the foodstuffs of the region. There was even eating contests of these delicacies of Ilocos Sur as well as basi drinking contest. Customary playoffs were played and bingo as well. There were Sarsuela and Komedya Ilocana which were given away as drama play. Choir competition was as well apprehended.
And a clash of wits and beauty was witnessed during the Saniata ti Ilocos Sur pageant. Art expositions and contests were also carried out. On the spot painting was ended by the Saturday group from Manila while The Ilocandia Photographic Society put up its photography exhibit at the Archbishop’s Palace.
What an entertaining week of festivity of the Kannawidan Festival in Ilocos Sur.
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