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Fifteen years ago, a noble idea developed in the minds of a group of civic spirited Ilocanos who wanted to promote cultural awareness and preserve the rich historical and cultural heritage of Ilocos Norte. They wanted to rekindle in the youth and future generations the pride of their heritage. The magnificent idea developed and is now a living reality, KANNAWIDAN, the Iloko Foundation of Arts and Culture. Ilocos Sur has a rich heritage and unique culture that are to be preserved for the next generations because it is observed that many of these traditions, songs, dances and other Ilocano culture are not familiar to the younger generations already. Instead,children of today are paying more attention to the modern and novelty dances they seen on the television than the traditional ones. There is also a need to evaluate the different products of the different municipalities and the agricultural products and livestock of the farmers and fisher folks. Because of this, the ...

New Year, new hope, new challenges, new beginning, and  most importantly, new celebration of the annual Celebrations. As we welcomed the Year 2021, we all know that the month of January is the month that we celebrate the Fiesta of Vigan City Ilocos Sur. In this time of Pandemic, are we still gonna be able to celebrate the Fiesta of Vigan as the same celebration from the previous year?      Before, the Vigan City Fiesta is held in honour of  St. Paul the Apostle, the city’s patron saint, on 25 January each year.  Locals and tourists gather to experience   and see the street dancing, carnivals, food fairs, and arts and crafts, adding to the attraction of this UNESCO World Heritage City. From the previous celebrations,  Vigan City Fiesta was held happily and cheerfully because the crowds are full of laughters   and cheers. I still remember how excited and happy I am to watch the parades and street dancings. And how ...