18/08/2026
The Local Government Unit of Bangar, led by Mayor Joy Pinzon Merin, through its Tourism and Culture and Arts Unit, conducted the First Validation of the Cultural Mapping Project with the National Commission for Culture and the Arts (NCCA) facilitators on August 17- 18, 2026 at the Municipal Conference Hall.
The activity focused on reviewing and validating the initial documentation of Bangar’s tangible and intangible cultural heritage. The NCCA facilitators provided technical guidance, clarified information, and recommended improvements to ensure the accuracy and completeness of the cultural mapping entries.
The validation served as an important step toward documenting, preserving, and promoting Bangar’s rich cultural heritage and strengthening the community’s efforts to safeguard its traditions for future generations.
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