The City of Vigan observes Kannawidan as a holiday every year. The Ilocano people display their cultural performances, regional goods, and individual talents at this event.
It is important to protect our unique culture and rich heritage. The Kannawidan Ilocos Festival was established as an annual event with the goal of raising awareness about the preservation of the province's rich cultural heritage, practices, and traditions. Ilocos Sur's province administration created a festival to celebrate these customs and cultures and draw both domestic and international visitors. It is known as the Kannawidan Ilocos Festival and celebrates the anniversary of Ilocos Sur becoming a province. Every person living in the province understands the importance of this festival because it commemorates the establishment of Ilocos Sur as a province by royal decree on February 2, 1818. The Philippine History Commission refers to Vigan in particular as the "Heart of Ilocandia" in reference to Ilocos Sur. The province has a very rich cultural history. Traditions are what Kannawidan means, and this province got to show off everything she has.
Festivals are not only observed for religious or cultural reasons. The public can benefit greatly more from festivals. They facilitate interaction and foster a feeling of community. People from all walks of life gather on these days to celebrate life.
Kannawidan certainly represents the tenacity and persistence of the Ilocano people in preserving their cultural practices and history!~
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