Paul

  The province of Ilocos Sur has recently celebrated its Kannawidan Ylocos Festival. This year marks the province’s 205th year based on the Royal Decree dated February 2, 1818 separating Ilocos Sur from Ilocos Norte. Prior to this date, the stretch of Bangui in Ilocos Norte down to Luna La Union is called Ylocos which is a term to refer to the coastal inhabitants. It literally meant “from the lowlands”.    A festival in the Province of Ilocos Sur commemorating  the separation of the two Ilocos provinces in 1818.  This festival is a showcase of indigenous performances, religious rituals, as well cooking demos featuring the best of Ilocano dishes.There was the tribal performance of the cultural communities of Ilocos Sur which is so fascinating. They displayed their talents as well as their indigenous costumes. Tawid ken Kultura Trade Fair showcased the products of the province such as longanisa, bagnet, garlic, bibingka, tinubong and many other foods including handicrafts.  Although the