Kannawidan Ylocos Festival
Have
you ever been to the province of Ilocos Sur and be a part of its
Kannawidan Festival? If not, then try to visit the heart of Ilocos Sur,
Vigan, where the celebration takes place every after Vigan City Fiesta,
usually on the first week of February.
This
year, Ilocos Sur celebrates its fourth Kannawidan Festival and the
193rd founding anniversary, from January 31 to February 8. The festival
features the rich culture of the province. It also showcases the
different agriculture and industry products by the different
municipalities through its trade fair. There were also various contests
participated by men and women. Invited artists of major TV networks were
scheduled each night in their appearance and shows. The highlight of
this festival was the Saniata ti Ilocos Sur, a pageant contest, with
candidates coming from the different towns of Ilocos Sur.
The
festivity aims to preserve the province' rich cultural heritage. It is
also a way Ilocos Sur be known by tourists and Filipinos for them to
visit the province. Ilocanos are in their way towards productivity and
economic upturn.
Soar high Ilocos Sur!