Wednesday, February 16, 2011

tREAsure Of YLOcAndiA

The Vigan Philippines festival aims to harness Ilocos Sur's rich historical values and products in order to attract foreign and local tourists and investors.

Like last year, thousands tourists and visitors are expected to flock to Vigan Philippines and its neighboring towns during the unique festival to have a glimpse of the old traditions, culture and unique products of the people of Ilocos Sur.

“Through this Kannawidan Ylocos Festival, an Iluko term which means feast of all heritages, practices and products in Ilocos Sur, we will showcase and promote our old customs, traditions, culture and products to strengthen their demand,” Savellano said.

week-long celebration of Kannawidan Ylocos Festival of Ilocos Sur celebrates its 193rd anniversary of the founding anniversary with a string of activities that expected to draw thousands of domestic and foreign tourists.

Kannawidan Ylocos Festival became an annual festival that aims to create awareness on the preservation of the province' rich cultural heritage, practices and traditions, and a showcase of the different agriculture and industry products of the province.

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