Sunday, February 8, 2015

ILOCOS SUR ROCKS!

    
      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 eight Kannawidan Festival, from January 29 to February 8, Febraury 13. 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.

            This celebration is not just about over-flowing foods, expensive things and countless number of visitors. It is about how you remember the one who is being praised for your festive and for us to be still united and to keep a good relationship with others.

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