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Byaheng Cordillera, Baguio City (2025)

15/07/2025

𝗛𝗮𝗽𝗽𝘆 𝟯𝟴𝘁𝗵 𝗖𝗼𝗿𝗱𝗶𝗹𝗹𝗲𝗿𝗮 𝗗𝗮𝘆! 🎉🏞️

Indeed our tales, joy, and culture is the lifeline of the Cordillera region.

Each one of us carries with us a fragment of the history and legacy of our region.Let us strive to maintain a legacy which is warm and full of dignity for every future child, companion, and neighbor who will inhabit this space and call it home.

As we mark the 38th Cordillera Day, may we remember: our richest treasures are the bonds we form and the pride we take in walking this journey together.

18/04/2025

𝗟𝗮𝗻𝗴-𝗮𝘆 𝗙𝗲𝘀𝘁𝗶𝘃𝗮𝗹 is a founding anniversary celebration and a summertime festival of the province of Mountain Province, Philippines held every first week of April. It is a week-long fest with activities taking place in Bontoc, the capital of the province.

It was conceived to promote unity among tribal communities, inculcate appreciation and preserve cultural heritage, and stimulate the local tourism industry. Over the years, it has become the fruit of synergy between the local provincial government and private partners.

𝗟𝗮𝗻𝗴-𝗮𝘆 𝗙𝗲𝘀𝘁𝗶𝘃𝗮𝗹 comes from the word 𝘓𝘢𝘯𝘨-𝘢𝘺, a word in the local language that refers to fellowship. It is marked with merry-making, partaking of an alcoholic beverage that is a locally produced rice wine, and prepared dishes from butchered livestock and poultry.

𝗟𝗮𝗻𝗴-𝗮𝘆 𝗙𝗲𝘀𝘁𝗶𝘃𝗮𝗹 marks the historic establishment of Mountain Province, a landlocked area whose borders are Kalinga and Abra (north), Ilocos Sur (west), Benguet and Ifugao (south), and Isabela (east).

Info:https: festivalscape.com (philippines/mountain-province/lang-ay-festival)

📸 JMR | CYLC

14/04/2025

The Strawberry Festival

La Trinidad, the capital city of Benguet province in the Philippines, is home to one of the most vibrant and exciting festivals in the country – the Strawberry Festival. Known as La Trinidad: Panaspulan, this annual celebration takes place on the 23rd of March and is a testament to the region’s thriving strawberry farming industry.

The Strawberry Festival in La Trinidad is deeply rooted in the region’s rich strawberry farming tradition. With over 700 strawberry farms that produce more than a thousand metric tons of strawberries annually, La Trinidad has rightfully earned the title of the “Strawberry Capital of the Philippines.” This picturesque city in Benguet province boasts lush fields of strawberries, where farmers dedicate their time and expertise to cultivating this sweet fruit.

Recognizing the immense potential of strawberry farming, former Mayor Hilarion Pawid took the initiative to establish the Strawberry Festival in 1981. His vision was to promote the exceptional quality and abundance of strawberries grown in the region. Little did he know that this festival would grow into an annual celebration, embodying gratitude and jubilation for the fruitful strawberry harvest in La Trinidad each year.

This festival serves as a testament to the hard work and dedication of the local farmers, whose efforts contribute to making La Trinidad the Strawberry Capital of the Philippines. It is their passion that has cultivated a thriving strawberry industry and put La Trinidad on the map as a premier destination for strawberry enthusiasts.

Info: Strawberry Festival La Trinidad Benguet Guide, January 18, 2024

Photo: JMR | CYLC

12/04/2025

𝗖𝗼𝗻𝗾𝘂𝗲𝗿𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗖𝗹𝗼𝘂𝗱𝘀: 𝗔 𝗕𝗶𝘆𝗮𝗵𝗲𝗻𝗴 𝗖𝗼𝗿𝗱𝗶𝗹𝗹𝗲𝗿𝗮 𝗠𝘁. 𝗨𝗹𝗮𝗽 𝗔𝗱𝘃𝗲𝗻𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗲🌿⛰️

The mountains have a way of calling—and when they do, adventure follows. On 𝗠𝗮𝗿𝗰𝗵 𝟮𝟵, 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟱, four determined souls from the 𝗖𝗼𝗿𝗱𝗶𝗹𝗹𝗲𝗿𝗮 𝗬𝗼𝘂𝗻𝗴 𝗟𝗲𝗮𝗱𝗲𝗿𝘀 𝗖𝗹𝘂𝗯 (𝗖𝗬𝗟𝗖) 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗕𝗶𝘆𝗮𝗵𝗲𝗻𝗴 𝗖𝗼𝗿𝗱𝗶𝗹𝗹𝗲𝗿𝗮 answered that call, setting out on a journey to conquer 𝗠𝘁. 𝗨𝗹𝗮𝗽 𝗶𝗻 𝗜𝘁𝗼𝗴𝗼𝗻, 𝗕𝗲𝗻𝗴𝘂𝗲𝘁.

Starting at around 9:30 AM, we embarked on the 𝟵-𝗸𝗶𝗹𝗼𝗺𝗲𝘁𝗲𝗿 𝘁𝗿𝗮𝗶𝗹, weaving through 𝗹𝘂𝘀𝗵 𝗽𝗶𝗻𝗲 𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗲𝘀𝘁𝘀, 𝗿𝗼𝗹𝗹𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗴𝗿𝗮𝘀𝘀𝗹𝗮𝗻𝗱𝘀, 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗲𝗽 𝗮𝘀𝗰𝗲𝗻𝘁𝘀 that tested both endurance and spirit. Along the way, we found ourselves pausing—not just to catch our breath, but to take in the beauty surrounding us: 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗰𝗿𝗶𝘀𝗽 𝗺𝗼𝘂𝗻𝘁𝗮𝗶𝗻 𝗮𝗶𝗿, 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝘁𝗼𝘄𝗲𝗿𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗽𝗲𝗮𝗸𝘀 𝗶𝗻 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗱𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗮𝗻𝗰𝗲, 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝘃𝗮𝘀𝘁, 𝗼𝗽𝗲𝗻 𝘀𝗸𝘆 𝘁𝗵𝗮𝘁 𝘀𝗲𝗲𝗺𝗲𝗱 𝗷𝘂𝘀𝘁 𝘄𝗶𝘁𝗵𝗶𝗻 𝗿𝗲𝗮𝗰𝗵.

The highlight? Standing atop 𝗚𝘂𝗻𝗴𝗮𝗹 𝗥𝗼𝗰𝗸, a breathtaking cliffside outcrop that offers a panoramic view of the Cordillera mountains. It was a moment of triumph—one that made every aching muscle and every drop of sweat worth it.

By 5:10 PM, as the golden afternoon light bathed the trails, we completed our journey, carrying with us not just tired legs, but also 𝘀𝘁𝗼𝗿𝗶𝗲𝘀, 𝗹𝗮𝘂𝗴𝗵𝘁𝗲𝗿, 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗮 𝗻𝗲𝘄𝗳𝗼𝘂𝗻𝗱 𝗮𝗽𝗽𝗿𝗲𝗰𝗶𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗯𝗲𝗮𝘂𝘁𝘆 𝗼𝗳 𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗼𝘄𝗻 𝗯𝗮𝗰𝗸𝘆𝗮𝗿𝗱.

Mt. Ulap was more than just a hike—it was 𝗮 𝗿𝗲𝗺𝗶𝗻𝗱𝗲𝗿 𝘁𝗵𝗮𝘁 𝗲𝘃𝗲𝗿𝘆 𝗮𝗱𝘃𝗲𝗻𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗲, no matter how small the group or how challenging the path, 𝗶𝘀 𝗮𝗻 𝗼𝗽𝗽𝗼𝗿𝘁𝘂𝗻𝗶𝘁𝘆 𝘁𝗼 𝗲𝘅𝗽𝗹𝗼𝗿𝗲, 𝗰𝗼𝗻𝗻𝗲𝗰𝘁, 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗴𝗿𝗼𝘄. Here's to more Biyaheng Cordillera adventures ahead! 🌄💙

16/03/2025

𝐉𝐨𝐢𝐧 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐂𝐇𝐄𝐀𝐏𝐄𝐒𝐓 𝐌𝐭. 𝐔𝐥𝐚𝐩 𝐇𝐢𝐤𝐞!

When: March 29, 2025 (Saturday)

𝐏𝐇𝐏 𝟏,𝟐𝟎𝟎

𝗜𝗻𝗰𝗹𝘂𝘀𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀:
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03/03/2025

🌿🏔️ 𝗪𝗘𝗟𝗖𝗢𝗠𝗘 𝗧𝗢 𝗔𝗕𝗥𝗔: 𝗟𝗔𝗡𝗗 𝗢𝗙 𝗛𝗘𝗥𝗜𝗧𝗔𝗚𝗘, 𝗖𝗨𝗟𝗧𝗨𝗥𝗘, 𝗔𝗡𝗗 𝗡𝗔𝗧𝗨𝗥𝗔𝗟 𝗪𝗢𝗡𝗗𝗘𝗥𝗦! 🏔️🌿

Nestled in the 𝗵𝗲𝗮𝗿𝘁 𝗼𝗳 𝗡𝗼𝗿𝘁𝗵𝗲𝗿𝗻 𝗟𝘂𝘇𝗼𝗻, 𝗔𝗯𝗿𝗮 is a province 𝗿𝗶𝗰𝗵 𝗶𝗻 𝗵𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗼𝗿𝘆, 𝗰𝘂𝗹𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗲, 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗯𝗿𝗲𝗮𝘁𝗵𝘁𝗮𝗸𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗹𝗮𝗻𝗱𝘀𝗰𝗮𝗽𝗲𝘀! 🌄 From its 𝗶𝗻𝗱𝗶𝗴𝗲𝗻𝗼𝘂𝘀 𝗿𝗼𝗼𝘁𝘀 and 𝗦𝗽𝗮𝗻𝗶𝘀𝗵 𝗰𝗼𝗹𝗼𝗻𝗶𝗮𝗹 𝗽𝗮𝘀𝘁 to its 𝘁𝗵𝗿𝗶𝘃𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗹𝗼𝗰𝗮𝗹 𝗶𝗻𝗱𝘂𝘀𝘁𝗿𝗶𝗲𝘀, Abra is a 𝗵𝗶𝗱𝗱𝗲𝗻 𝗴𝗲𝗺 waiting to be explored. 🧭✨

📜 𝗔 𝗚𝗹𝗶𝗺𝗽𝘀𝗲 𝗶𝗻𝘁𝗼 𝗔𝗯𝗿𝗮’𝘀 𝗛𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗼𝗿𝘆
Abra is home to the 𝗧𝗶𝗻𝗴𝗴𝘂𝗶𝗮𝗻𝘀 (𝗜𝘁𝗻𝗲𝗴) 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗜𝗹𝗼𝗰𝗮𝗻𝗼𝘀, two groups that 𝘀𝗵𝗮𝗽𝗲𝗱 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗽𝗿𝗼𝘃𝗶𝗻𝗰𝗲’𝘀 𝘂𝗻𝗶𝗾𝘂𝗲 𝗶𝗱𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗶𝘁𝘆. 🏹 Before Spanish colonization, the 𝗧𝗶𝗻𝗴𝗴𝘂𝗶𝗮𝗻 𝗽𝗲𝗼𝗽𝗹𝗲 thrived in the 𝗵𝗶𝗴𝗵𝗹𝗮𝗻𝗱𝘀, practicing 𝘀𝗲𝗹𝗳-𝗴𝗼𝘃𝗲𝗿𝗻𝗮𝗻𝗰𝗲, 𝘁𝗿𝗮𝗱𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝗮𝗹 𝗿𝗶𝘁𝘂𝗮𝗹𝘀, 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝘀𝗸𝗶𝗹𝗹𝗲𝗱 𝘄𝗲𝗮𝘃𝗶𝗻𝗴.👣 When the 𝗦𝗽𝗮𝗻𝗶𝘀𝗵 𝗮𝗿𝗿𝗶𝘃𝗲𝗱 𝗶𝗻 𝟭𝟱𝟳𝟮, the Tingguians fiercely resisted, but by 𝟭𝟴𝟰𝟲, Abra was officially declared a province. During the 𝗣𝗵𝗶𝗹𝗶𝗽𝗽𝗶𝗻𝗲 𝗥𝗲𝘃𝗼𝗹𝘂𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻, 𝗔𝗯𝗿𝗮𝗲ñ𝗼𝘀 𝗽𝗹𝗮𝘆𝗲𝗱 𝗮 𝗰𝗿𝘂𝗰𝗶𝗮𝗹 𝗿𝗼𝗹𝗲, with heroes like 𝗹𝗶𝗸𝗲 𝗝𝗼𝘀𝗲 "𝗕𝗮𝗻𝗴𝗴𝗶𝗿" 𝗠𝗮𝗱𝗮𝗹𝗮𝗻𝗴 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗠𝗮𝗻𝘂𝗲𝗹 𝗙𝗲𝗿𝗺𝗶𝗻 leading the fight for independence. 🇵🇭⚔️

🌍 𝗔 𝗣𝗿𝗼𝘃𝗶𝗻𝗰𝗲 𝗼𝗳 𝗗𝗶𝘃𝗲𝗿𝘀𝗲 𝗟𝗮𝗻𝗱𝘀𝗰𝗮𝗽𝗲𝘀
Abra is a 𝗹𝗮𝗻𝗱𝗹𝗼𝗰𝗸𝗲𝗱 𝗽𝗿𝗼𝘃𝗶𝗻𝗰𝗲 surrounded by 𝗺𝗮𝗷𝗲𝘀𝘁𝗶𝗰 𝗺𝗼𝘂𝗻𝘁𝗮𝗶𝗻𝘀, 𝘃𝗮𝘀𝘁 𝗿𝗶𝘃𝗲𝗿𝘀, 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗳𝗲𝗿𝘁𝗶𝗹𝗲 𝗽𝗹𝗮𝗶𝗻𝘀. 🏞️ The 𝗔𝗯𝗿𝗮 𝗥𝗶𝘃𝗲𝗿, one of the 𝗹𝗮𝗿𝗴𝗲𝘀𝘁 𝗿𝗶𝘃𝗲𝗿 𝘀𝘆𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗺𝘀 in the country, nourishes the land, making it ideal for 𝗳𝗮𝗿𝗺𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝘁𝗿𝗮𝗱𝗲. 🌾 With its 𝗹𝘂𝘀𝗵 𝗴𝗿𝗲𝗲𝗻𝗲𝗿𝘆 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗰𝗼𝗼𝗹 𝗰𝗹𝗶𝗺𝗮𝘁𝗲, Abra is perfect for those who seek 𝗸 𝗯𝗼𝘁𝗵 𝗮𝗱𝘃𝗲𝗻𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗲 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝘁𝗿𝗮𝗻𝗾𝘂𝗶𝗹𝗶𝘁𝘆. 🚣‍♂️🏕️

👥 𝗣𝗲𝗼𝗽𝗹𝗲 & 𝗖𝘂𝗹𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗲: 𝗔 𝗕𝗹𝗲𝗻𝗱 𝗼𝗳 𝗧𝗿𝗮𝗱𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗠𝗼𝗱𝗲𝗿𝗻𝗶𝘁𝘆
Abraeños take 𝗶𝗺𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘀𝗲 𝗽𝗿𝗶𝗱𝗲 in their 𝗶𝗻𝗱𝗶𝗴𝗲𝗻𝗼𝘂𝘀 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗜𝗹𝗼𝗰𝗮𝗻𝗼 𝗿𝗼𝗼𝘁𝘀. 💖 The 𝗧𝗶𝗻𝗴𝗴𝘂𝗶𝗮𝗻𝘀, known for their 𝗲𝗹𝗮𝗯𝗼𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗲 𝗿𝗶𝘁𝘂𝗮𝗹𝘀, 𝗯𝗲𝗮𝗱𝘄𝗼𝗿𝗸, 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗵𝗮𝗻𝗱𝘄𝗼𝘃𝗲𝗻 𝘁𝗲𝘅𝘁𝗶𝗹𝗲𝘀, continue to preserve their 𝗿𝗶𝗰𝗵 𝗰𝘂𝗹𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗮𝗹 𝗵𝗲𝗿𝗶𝘁𝗮𝗴𝗲. Meanwhile, 𝗜𝗹𝗼𝗰𝗮𝗻𝗼 𝘀𝗲𝘁𝘁𝗹𝗲𝗿𝘀 in the lowlands contribute to 𝗮𝗴𝗿𝗶𝗰𝘂𝗹𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗲, 𝘁𝗿𝗮𝗱𝗲, 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗰𝗿𝗮𝗳𝘁𝘀𝗺𝗮𝗻𝘀𝗵𝗶𝗽, making Abra a 𝗵𝗮𝗿𝗺𝗼𝗻𝗶𝗼𝘂𝘀 𝗯𝗹𝗲𝗻𝗱 𝗼𝗳 𝘁𝗿𝗮𝗱𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗽𝗿𝗼𝗴𝗿𝗲𝘀𝘀. 🎭

🏛️ 𝗟𝗼𝗰𝗮𝗹 𝗘𝗰𝗼𝗻𝗼𝗺𝘆 & 𝗛𝗮𝗻𝗱𝗶𝗰𝗿𝗮𝗳𝘁𝘀
Abra is best known for its 𝗮𝗴𝗿𝗶𝗰𝘂𝗹𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗲-𝗯𝗮𝘀𝗲𝗱 𝗲𝗰𝗼𝗻𝗼𝗺𝘆, producing 𝗿𝗶𝗰𝗲, 𝗰𝗼𝗿𝗻, 𝗰𝗼𝗳𝗳𝗲𝗲, 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝘁𝗼𝗯𝗮𝗰𝗰𝗼. ☕🌾 It is also a hub for 𝗵𝗮𝗻𝗱𝘄𝗼𝘃𝗲𝗻 𝘁𝗲𝘅𝘁𝗶𝗹𝗲𝘀 (𝗜𝗻𝗮𝗯𝗲𝗹), 𝗯𝗮𝗺𝗯𝗼𝗼 𝗰𝗿𝗮𝗳𝘁𝘀, 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗽𝗼𝘁𝘁𝗲𝗿𝘆. 🧺 Many local artisans use 𝘁𝗿𝗮𝗱𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝗮𝗹 𝗯𝗮𝗰𝗸𝘀𝘁𝗿𝗮𝗽 𝗹𝗼𝗼𝗺𝘀 to create the 𝗶𝗻𝘁𝗿𝗶𝗰𝗮𝘁𝗲 𝗳𝗮𝗯𝗿𝗶𝗰𝘀 that Abra is famous for. 𝗦𝘂𝗽𝗽𝗼𝗿𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝘁𝗵𝗲𝘀𝗲 𝗹𝗼𝗰𝗮𝗹 𝗽𝗿𝗼𝗱𝘂𝗰𝘁𝘀 𝗵𝗲𝗹𝗽𝘀 𝗽𝗿𝗲𝘀𝗲𝗿𝘃𝗲 𝗔𝗯𝗿𝗮’𝘀 𝗰𝘂𝗹𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗮𝗹 𝗵𝗲𝗿𝗶𝘁𝗮𝗴𝗲! 🛍️

🎉 𝗙𝗲𝘀𝘁𝗶𝘃𝗮𝗹𝘀 & 𝗖𝗲𝗹𝗲𝗯𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀
Experience the vibrant 𝗔𝗿𝘆𝗮 𝗔𝗯𝗿𝗮 𝗙𝗲𝘀𝘁𝗶𝘃𝗮𝗹 (𝗠𝗮𝗿𝗰𝗵), where the province showcases 𝘀𝘁𝗿𝗲𝗲𝘁 𝗱𝗮𝗻𝗰𝗶𝗻𝗴, 𝘁𝗿𝗮𝗱𝗲 𝗳𝗮𝗶𝗿𝘀, 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗰𝘂𝗹𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗮𝗹 𝗽𝗲𝗿𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺𝗮𝗻𝗰𝗲𝘀. 💃🎭 The 𝗔𝗯𝗿𝗲𝗻𝗶𝗮𝗻 𝗞𝗮𝘄𝗮𝘆𝗮𝗻 𝗙𝗲𝘀𝘁𝗶𝘃𝗮𝗹 (𝗙𝗲𝗯𝗿𝘂𝗮𝗿𝘆) honors the province’s 𝗯𝗮𝗺𝗯𝗼𝗼 𝗶𝗻𝗱𝘂𝘀𝘁𝗿𝘆, while the 𝗧𝗶𝗻𝗴𝗴𝘂𝗶𝗮𝗻 𝗙𝗲𝘀𝘁𝗶𝘃𝗮𝗹 highlights 𝗶𝗻𝗱𝗶𝗴𝗲𝗻𝗼𝘂𝘀 𝘁𝗿𝗮𝗱𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗿𝗶𝘁𝘂𝗮𝗹𝘀. 🎊

🏞️ 𝗠𝘂𝘀𝘁-𝗩𝗶𝘀𝗶𝘁 𝗗𝗲𝘀𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀
Abra is home to some of 𝗟𝘂𝘇𝗼𝗻’𝘀 𝗺𝗼𝘀𝘁 𝘀𝘁𝘂𝗻𝗻𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗻𝗮𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗮𝗹 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗵𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗼𝗿𝗶𝗰𝗮𝗹 𝗹𝗮𝗻𝗱𝗺𝗮𝗿𝗸𝘀! 🌄💦
📍 𝗞𝗮𝗽𝗮𝗿𝗸𝗮𝗻 𝗙𝗮𝗹𝗹𝘀 – The famous stair-like limestone waterfall in Tineg 🌊
📍 𝗧𝗮𝘆𝘂𝗺 𝗖𝗵𝘂𝗿𝗰𝗵 – A Spanish-era Baroque church and National Cultural Treasure ⛪
📍 𝗔𝗽𝗮𝗼 𝗥𝗼𝗹𝗹𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗛𝗶𝗹𝗹𝘀 – A scenic sea of green mountains perfect for nature lovers 🌿🏞️
📍 𝗚𝗮𝗯𝗿𝗶𝗲𝗹𝗮 𝗦𝗶𝗹𝗮𝗻𝗴 𝗠𝗼𝗻𝘂𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁 – Honoring the first female revolutionary leader against Spanish rule ⚔️💪
📍𝗟𝘂𝘀𝘂𝗮𝗰 𝗦𝗽𝗿𝗶𝗻𝗴– A natural cold spring for relaxation and swimming 🏊‍♂️

🧵 𝗣𝗿𝗲𝘀𝗲𝗿𝘃𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗔𝗯𝗿𝗮’𝘀 𝗪𝗲𝗮𝘃𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗛𝗲𝗿𝗶𝘁𝗮𝗴𝗲
Abra is 𝗼𝗻𝗲 𝗼𝗳 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝘄𝗲𝗮𝘃𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗰𝗮𝗽𝗶𝘁𝗮𝗹𝘀 𝗼𝗳 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗖𝗼𝗿𝗱𝗶𝗹𝗹𝗲𝗿𝗮𝘀, with 𝗧𝗶𝗻𝗴𝗴𝘂𝗶𝗮𝗻 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗜𝗹𝗼𝗰𝗮𝗻𝗼 𝘄𝗲𝗮𝘃𝗲𝗿𝘀 crafting beautiful 𝗜𝗻𝗮𝗯𝗲𝗹 𝗳𝗮𝗯𝗿𝗶𝗰𝘀. 🧶 Each pattern tells a story, with designs like 𝗕𝗶𝗻𝗮𝗸𝗼𝗹 (𝗽𝗿𝗼𝘁𝗲𝗰𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻), 𝗞𝘂𝘀𝗶𝗸𝘂𝘀 (𝘄𝗵𝗶𝗿𝗹𝘄𝗶𝗻𝗱), 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗜𝗻𝘂𝗿𝗶𝘁𝗮𝗻 (𝗺𝗼𝘂𝗻𝘁𝗮𝗶𝗻𝘀 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗿𝗶𝘃𝗲𝗿𝘀). 🌊🏔️ Today, these textiles are used for 𝗺𝗼𝗱𝗲𝗿𝗻 𝗳𝗮𝘀𝗵𝗶𝗼𝗻, 𝗵𝗼𝗺𝗲 𝗱é𝗰𝗼𝗿, 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗮𝗰𝗰𝗲𝘀𝘀𝗼𝗿𝗶𝗲𝘀, blending 𝘁𝗿𝗮𝗱𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝘄𝗶𝘁𝗵 𝗶𝗻𝗻𝗼𝘃𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻.

🌱 𝗔 𝗣𝗿𝗼𝘃𝗶𝗻𝗰𝗲 𝗠𝗼𝘃𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗙𝗼𝗿𝘄𝗮𝗿𝗱
Despite modernization, Abra 𝗰𝗼𝗻𝘁𝗶𝗻𝘂𝗲𝘀 𝘁𝗼 𝗲𝗺𝗯𝗿𝗮𝗰𝗲 𝗶𝘁𝘀 𝗿𝗼𝗼𝘁𝘀, promoting 𝗲𝗰𝗼-𝘁𝗼𝘂𝗿𝗶𝘀𝗺, 𝗰𝘂𝗹𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗮𝗹 𝗽𝗿𝗲𝘀𝗲𝗿𝘃𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻, 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝘀𝘂𝘀𝘁𝗮𝗶𝗻𝗮𝗯𝗹𝗲 𝗮𝗴𝗿𝗶𝗰𝘂𝗹𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗲. 🌍 The challenge is to 𝗯𝗮𝗹𝗮𝗻𝗰𝗲 𝗽𝗿𝗼𝗴𝗿𝗲𝘀𝘀 𝘄𝗶𝘁𝗵 𝘁𝗿𝗮𝗱𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻, ensuring that 𝗳𝘂𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗲 𝗴𝗲𝗻𝗲𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 can still experience the 𝗯𝗲𝗮𝘂𝘁𝘆 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗵𝗲𝗿𝗶𝘁𝗮𝗴𝗲 𝗼𝗳 𝗔𝗯𝗿𝗮.

🌟 𝗔𝗯𝗿𝗮 𝗶𝘀 𝗺𝗼𝗿𝗲 𝘁𝗵𝗮𝗻 𝗷𝘂𝘀𝘁 𝗮 𝗽𝗹𝗮𝗰𝗲—𝗶𝘁’𝘀 𝗮𝗻 𝗲𝘅𝗽𝗲𝗿𝗶𝗲𝗻𝗰𝗲. Whether you're seeking 𝗮𝗱𝘃𝗲𝗻𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗲, 𝗵𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗼𝗿𝘆, 𝗼𝗿 𝗰𝘂𝗹𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗮𝗹 𝗶𝗺𝗺𝗲𝗿𝘀𝗶𝗼𝗻, this 𝗖𝗼𝗿𝗱𝗶𝗹𝗹𝗲𝗿𝗮𝗻 𝘁𝗿𝗲𝗮𝘀𝘂𝗿𝗲 has something for everyone. 𝗖𝗼𝗺𝗲 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗱𝗶𝘀𝗰𝗼𝘃𝗲𝗿 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝘄𝗼𝗻𝗱𝗲𝗿𝘀 𝗼𝗳 𝗔𝗯𝗿𝗮! 🚗✨

📍 Have you been to Abra? Share your experiences below! 🏔️💬

Reference: Begnalen, N., Elveña, P., et al. (n.d.) Abra Heritage. University of Baguio

Photo Credits: abrenian.com

02/03/2025

🌸✨ 𝗣𝗮𝗻𝗮𝗴𝗯𝗲𝗻𝗴𝗮 𝗙𝗲𝘀𝘁𝗶𝘃𝗮𝗹 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟱: 𝗔 𝗚𝗿𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗖𝗲𝗹𝗲𝗯𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗼𝗳 𝗖𝘂𝗹𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗲, 𝗖𝗿𝗲𝗮𝘁𝗶𝘃𝗶𝘁𝘆, 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗕𝗹𝗼𝗼𝗺!✨🌸

Baguio City was once again filled with vibrant colors, lively music, and the rich traditions of the Cordillera as the much-awaited 𝗣𝗮𝗻𝗮𝗴𝗯𝗲𝗻𝗴𝗮 𝗚𝗿𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗦𝘁𝗿𝗲𝗲𝘁 𝗗𝗮𝗻𝗰𝗲 𝗣𝗮𝗿𝗮𝗱𝗲 (February 23) and 𝗣𝗮𝗻𝗮𝗴𝗯𝗲𝗻𝗴𝗮 𝗚𝗿𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗙𝗹𝗼𝗮𝘁 𝗣𝗮𝗿𝗮𝗱𝗲 (February 24) took center stage!

🌿 𝗚𝗿𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗦𝘁𝗿𝗲𝗲𝘁 𝗗𝗮𝗻𝗰𝗲 𝗣𝗮𝗿𝗮𝗱𝗲 (𝗙𝗲𝗯𝗿𝘂𝗮𝗿𝘆 𝟮𝟯, 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟱)
The streets of Baguio transformed into a moving canvas of culture as dancers from different schools and communities proudly showcased their 𝘁𝗿𝗮𝗱𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝗮𝗹 𝗖𝗼𝗿𝗱𝗶𝗹𝗹𝗲𝗿𝗮𝗻 𝗮𝘁𝘁𝗶𝗿𝗲 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝘄𝗲𝗹𝗹-𝗿𝗲𝗵𝗲𝗮𝗿𝘀𝗲𝗱 𝗰𝗵𝗼𝗿𝗲𝗼𝗴𝗿𝗮𝗽𝗵𝘆. Each performance told a story of heritage and resilience, celebrating the indigenous roots and modern influences that shape the highland culture. With every beat of the gongs and every graceful movement, the 𝘀𝗽𝗶𝗿𝗶𝘁 𝗼𝗳 𝗣𝗮𝗻𝗮𝗴𝗯𝗲𝗻𝗴𝗮—𝗺𝗲𝗮𝗻𝗶𝗻𝗴 "𝘀𝗲𝗮𝘀𝗼𝗻 𝗼𝗳 𝗯𝗹𝗼𝗼𝗺𝗶𝗻𝗴"—𝘄𝗮𝘀 𝗯𝗿𝗼𝘂𝗴𝗵𝘁 𝘁𝗼 𝗹𝗶𝗳𝗲.

🌸 𝗚𝗿𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗙𝗹𝗼𝗮𝘁 𝗣𝗮𝗿𝗮𝗱𝗲 (𝗙𝗲𝗯𝗿𝘂𝗮𝗿𝘆 𝟮𝟰, 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟱)
A breathtaking display of floral artistry took over Session Road as intricately designed 𝗳𝗹𝗼𝗮𝘁𝘀 𝗮𝗱𝗼𝗿𝗻𝗲𝗱 𝘄𝗶𝘁𝗵 𝘁𝗵𝗼𝘂𝘀𝗮𝗻𝗱𝘀 𝗼𝗳 𝗳𝗿𝗲𝘀𝗵 𝗳𝗹𝗼𝘄𝗲𝗿𝘀 paraded through the city. These magnificent floats, created with precision and creativity, reflected various themes—some showcasing Cordilleran identity, others highlighting environmental conservation and tourism. The sweet aroma of Baguio-grown blooms filled the air, leaving spectators in awe of the craftsmanship and dedication behind each masterpiece.

🎉 𝗖𝗲𝗹𝗲𝗯𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗟𝗮𝘀𝘁 𝗗𝗮𝘆 𝗼𝗳 𝗣𝗮𝗻𝗮𝗴𝗯𝗲𝗻𝗴𝗮 𝗙𝗲𝘀𝘁𝗶𝘃𝗮𝗹 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟱!
As the month-long celebration comes to an end, we look back at the incredible moments that united locals and tourists alike. From the electrifying performances to the stunning floral creations, Panagbenga Festival once again proved why it remains 𝗼𝗻𝗲 𝗼𝗳 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗺𝗼𝘀𝘁 𝗮𝗻𝘁𝗶𝗰𝗶𝗽𝗮𝘁𝗲𝗱 𝗳𝗲𝘀𝘁𝗶𝘃𝗮𝗹𝘀 𝗶𝗻 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗣𝗵𝗶𝗹𝗶𝗽𝗽𝗶𝗻𝗲𝘀. This celebration is more than just a festival—it is a reflection of 𝗕𝗮𝗴𝘂𝗶𝗼’𝘀 𝗿𝗲𝘀𝗶𝗹𝗶𝗲𝗻𝗰𝗲, 𝗰𝗿𝗲𝗮𝘁𝗶𝘃𝗶𝘁𝘆, 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗱𝗲𝗲𝗽-𝗿𝗼𝗼𝘁𝗲𝗱 𝗰𝘂𝗹𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗲.

Until next year, let’s continue to bloom with pride and uphold the beauty of our traditions! 🌿🌺 See you at 𝗣𝗮𝗻𝗮𝗴𝗯𝗲𝗻𝗴𝗮 𝗙𝗲𝘀𝘁𝗶𝘃𝗮𝗹 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟲!

📸 J.M. Rosario| CYLC

21/02/2025

🧶✨ The Living Threads of Mountain Province ✨🧶

In the heart of the Cordilleras, Mountain Province stands as the "Weaver’s Paradise," where skilled artisans continue the age-old tradition of backstrap loom weaving. Each woven fabric is not just a piece of cloth—it is a story, a legacy, and a cultural identity.

From the intricate Pinagpagan design with eye-like patterns for protection, to the Kulibangbang motif inspired by butterflies symbolizing transformation, every tapestry holds deep meaning. These weaves adorn traditional clothing like the tapis for women and the wanes (G-string) for men, representing heritage, strength, and unity.

Despite modernization, the weaving industry thrives, blending tradition with contemporary fashion. By supporting indigenous weaving, we help preserve a craft that has been passed down for generations.

🌿 Let’s celebrate and honor the artistry of Mountain Province tapestry—where every thread tells a story! 🌿

Photo Credits: JupiterM

Reference: Loewe (2019.) Weaving (Tapestry) in Mountain Province. The Manila Times. https://isychamonaxia.wordpress.com/2019/03/29/weaving-tapestry-in-mountain-province/

20/02/2025

💙🏔️ DISCOVER THE MAGIC OF BLUE SOIL HILLS IN SAGADA! 🏔️💙

Tucked away in the breathtaking landscapes of Sagada, Mountain Province, the Blue Soil Hills, or Kaman-Utek, is a hidden gem that captivates adventurers with its surreal bluish terrain! This rare natural wonder gets its unique hue from high copper and mineral deposits, making it a truly one-of-a-kind sight in the Cordilleras.

📜 A Piece of History & Nature’s Masterpiece
For years, Blue Soil Hills remained a secret known only to locals and avid hikers. With the rise of eco-tourism, this natural wonder is now gaining the recognition it deserves. The journey to Blue Soil Hills takes you through a scenic trek from Marlboro Hills, passing pine forests, mossy trails, and vibrant landscapes, before unveiling its stunning blue-tinged terrain.

🌿 Why You Should Visit:
🌎 Unique Bluish Landscape – A rare sight in the Cordilleras!
🥾 Scenic 1.5 to 2-hour trek – A journey through nature’s finest trails.
📸 Perfect for Photography – A dream spot for nature lovers and content creators.
🌺 Rich in Flora and Fauna – Home to rare plants that thrive in mineral-rich soil.

As more travelers discover the beauty of Blue Soil Hills, let’s continue to promote responsible and sustainable tourism to preserve this hidden paradise for future generations. Experience the magic of Sagada and see this rare natural wonder for yourself! 🌿✨

💙 Have you hiked to Blue Soil Hills? Share your experience in the comments! 🏔️📷

Photo Credits: Catherine Wallace Ciano

Reference: Kaman-utek Blue Soil. (2024, February 29). Atlas Obscura. https://www.atlasobscura.com/places/kaman-utek-blue-soil-philippines

19/02/2025

🍋🥧 SAGADA’S FAMOUS LEMON PIE: A SWEET & TANGY CORDILLERAN DELIGHT! 🥧🍋

If there’s one treat that captures the unique flavors of Mountain Province, it’s the famous Lemon Pie of Sagada! This delicacy has won the hearts of locals and travelers alike with its perfect balance of sweetness and citrusy tang, making it the ultimate comfort food in the highlands.

📜 A Slice of History
The Lemon Pie of Sagada traces its roots to the early 2000s, when the Sagada Lemon Pie House first introduced this handcrafted pastry to highlight locally grown lemons. Thanks to Sagada’s cool climate and fertile soil, these lemons are known for their distinct sweetness and acidity, making them the perfect ingredient for a truly special pie.

🍰 What Makes It Special?
🥧 Flaky, buttery crust – Baked to golden perfection for a satisfying crunch.
🍋 Tangy and smooth lemon filling – Made from fresh Sagada lemons, giving it a refreshing citrus kick.
☁️ Light, fluffy meringue topping – A delicious contrast to the rich, zesty base.

✨ A Must-Try Mountain Province Treat!
Over the years, this homegrown specialty has become a symbol of Sagada’s culinary creativity and resourcefulness. Visitors from all over make it a tradition to enjoy a slice with a cup of freshly brewed Sagada Arabica coffee, while taking in the cool mountain breeze and stunning views.

🌄 Whether you’re a first-time visitor or a long-time fan, Sagada’s Lemon Pie is a taste of home, tradition, and simple mountain life in every bite!

💛 Have you tried this legendary Cordilleran treat? Share your experience in the comments! 🍋🥧

Photo Credits: Wanderista

Reference: Our Brief History. (2025). Blogspot.com. https://sagadalemonpiehouse.blogspot.com/2008/02/brief-history.html?m=1

18/02/2025

🎉🌿 LANG-AY FESTIVAL: A CELEBRATION OF CULTURE, UNITY & TRADITION! 🌿🎭

Step into the heart of Mountain Province and experience the Lang-ay Festival, where culture, heritage, and community come alive! 🎶✨

Every first week of April, locals and visitors gather to dance, feast, and celebrate the rich traditions of the Bontoc, Kankana-ey, and Balangao tribes. From vibrant street dances and tribal chants to the best of local coffee, handwoven textiles, and native delicacies, Lang-ay is more than just a festival—it’s a living showcase of Cordilleran identity! 🏔️💃

🔥 Festival Highlights You Can’t Miss:
🎭 Street Dancing & Cultural Performances – Watch indigenous groups perform in colorful woven attire!
🏹 Traditional Games & Sports – Test your skills in Igorot wrestling, spear-throwing, and tug-of-war!
🛍️ Trade & Agri-Fair – Take home handwoven fabrics, woodcrafts, and freshly brewed Arabica coffee!
🍶 Indigenous Rituals & Feasts – Share "tapuy" (rice wine) and native delicacies in a true spirit of community!

The Lang-ay Festival is more than just a celebration—it’s a symbol of unity, resilience, and cultural pride! Join us in keeping the traditions of Mountain Province alive! 💙🌾

📍 Who's excited to witness Lang-ay Festival this year? Tag your travel buddies and let’s experience the magic together! 🏔️✨

Photo Credits: Click & Capture Photography

Reference: Editors, T. (2022, September 27). Lang-ay Festival. FESTIVALSCAPE. https://www.festivalscape.com/philippines/mountain-province/lang-ay-festival/

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