Ilocos Sur is a beautiful province located in the northern part of Luzon. It is a province rich in culture that represents the ancient Spanish and Filipino heritage. The locals conceived a festival that highlights these cultural traditions to show and share their treasures to the whole world.They call it the Kannawidan Festival.
Kannawidan Festival usually celebrated during the last week of January up to the first week of February.On the opening day,there is a mass held at St. Paul Metropolitan Cathedral.It is followed by a procession of the Patron Saints of the 40 perishes and images of Jesus Christ and Virgin Mary around the city. This is the Ilocanos way of giving thanks to the Almighty.
The mission of this festival is to let the younger generation recognize the traditions, songs, dances and other cultures of Ilocanos. Some children nowadays are paying more attention to the modern dances they see in the television than the traditional ones.This festival help the children to appreciate their culture and tradition. It also helps the children to enhance their talents and skills through joining different contests.It encourages younger generation to learn the indigenous songs and dances of the province.
Kannawidan Festival came out to be an exciting and an enjoying festival.This festival really is the pride of Ilocanos.
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