People and Culture

“Sa Banwa Sang Buenavista (In the Town of Buenavista)” is a folk song in lloilo and Bohol about three unmarried sisters. When the youngest of them marries, the eldest cries. The middle sister consoles her Manang, reassuring her that they too would soon find husbands. Sa banwa sang Buenavista May […]

“LUPANG HINIRANG” LYRICS Julian Felipe [1958] Bayang magiliw Perlas nang silanganan Alab nang puso Sa dibdib mo’y buhay Lupang hinirang Duyan ka nang magiting Sa manlulupig Di ka pasisiil Sa dagat at bundok Sa simoy at sa langit mong bughaw May dilag ang tula At awit sa paglayang minamahal Ang […]

Coffee shops and coworking spaces have recently become popular in the city. Students, professionals, and virtual workers are often hanging out in these places that also usually serve coffee, drinks, and food. However, staying to study or work in coffee shops and coworking spaces often come at a price. Often, […]

Iloilo City, Philippines – Park Inn by Radisson Iloilo is delighted to announce the appointment of Mr. Gian Carlo E. Luna as its new Hotel Manager. With a distinguished career spanning three decades across diverse industries including retail, corporate sales, and hospitality, Mr. Luna brings a wealth of expertise to […]

Last night, I was browsing Reddit and I came across a thread wherein on Bisaya student was asking for help on how he can alight a jeep. He is currently here in Iloilo City for college and while boarding one time, he said “Para Lang” but the driver did not […]

Violin virtuoso Gilopez Lopez Kabayao’s unparalleled feats will resonate deeply with young Ilonggo aspirants now more than ever following the artist’s official nomination in the “Order of the National Artist.” The City Government recently firmed up Kabayao’s nomination through a resolution by the Iloilo City Local Culture and Arts Council […]

Hindi pag pangitaa sa buho sang donut ang kanamit. Kinahanglan may buho ang donut para nga tuod nga donut. Kay kung wala buho, hindi donut. Pero wala sa buho sang donut ang kanamit. Ang dough sa tunga, ginkuha para himuon nga iban nga donut. Ang kanamit sang buho nga ginapangita […]

EB Magalona is the namesake of Enrique B. Magalona, a municipality in the province of Negros Occidental, Philippines. Previously known as the town of Saravia, it was renamed in honor of Enrique B. Magalona, a former senator. The name E.B. Magalona has become more popular because this is where F.F. […]

As part of the 123rd Semana sang Iloilo and the 12th anniversary of the Old Iloilo Facebook Group, ‘PA-AMBIT’ offered a captivating afternoon of short talks exploring the vibrant tapestry of Iloilo’s history and culture. With a thriving community of over 57,000 members (and counting!), the Old Iloilo Facebook Group […]

Mango season is here! All roads lead to Guimaras for the famous Manggahan Festival, a deliciously vibrant two-week festival that pays homage to the world-renowned and sweetest mangoes. Every year, the Provincial Government of Guimaras has a long list of activities for both local and foreign visitors to enjoy. The […]