One Town, One Voice at The Kannawidan Gala

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ONE TOWN, ONE VOICE AT THE KANNAWIDAN GALA

      The Kannawidan Festival in the Province of Ilocos Sur commemorating the separation of the two Ilocos provinces in 1818. Kannawidan is a variant of the Ilocano word "tawid" meaning heritage or inheritance. This festival is a showcase of indigenous performances, religious rituals, as well cooking demos featuring the best of Ilocano dishes. This is one way how the Ilocano’s give thanks to the almighty God not only for the bountiful blessings but also for the rich heritage of the province.

    It is a tradition that during the opening of the festival, there is usually a mass held at the St. Paul Metropolitan Cathedral. It is followed by a procession of the Patron Saints of the 40 parishes and images of Jesus Christ and Virgin Mary around Vigan City. This event showcases the deep-rooted religiosity of the Ilocanos. The festival is for anyone but I think this focuses more on the youngergenerations of the province because the Ilocano traditions, songs, dances, and other cultures are not really familiar to them. The Kannawidan Ilocos Festival encourages the younger generations to learn the indigenous songs and dances of the province of Ilocos Sur. 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 provincial government of Ilocos Sur conceived a festival that will highlight these culture and traditions and attract local and foreign tourists as well. Every municipality showcase their products, traditions and as they do this, they are raising their voices as proud Ilocano’s.




     The Kannawidan Festival is rich in culture and has a sense of identity among all Ilocanos committed to ensure the conversion, preservation, and promotion of the Iloco cultural, artistic, historical and intellectual heritage. With this endevour, Ilocano’s raise their ONE VOICE, ONE DANCE, ONE ILOCOS SUR.


Source: 
(83) KANNAWIDAN FESTIVAL 2023 THEME SONG - YouTube
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