Treasure Chest of the Province's Glory

       Every year, at the end of January, the Kannawidan Festival is celebrated. This celebrates the best of Ilocos Sur culture, from traditional dress and folk dance to tribal rituals and their town's products. 

     Kanawidan showcases the culture of Ilocanos. This is where we justify that the different towns and cities of our province are really beautiful. We get to know more about the places and the products that their place is known for. Not only that, the talents, skills , intelligence and beauty of the Ilocanos are shown because of the different activities that involves their beauty, talent and wit. Proving that Ilocanos can excel in different fields like dancing, singing, arts and more.

     As the years go by, the celebration of the Kannawidan festival gets modified. But despite these modifications, people believe that the festival still gives the knowledge people should know about the province and the fun and joy of the different activities  being held. In joining the different contests, walking through the exhibits and stalls or by just watching, we are already doing our part to preserve our culture. We are still engaging ourselves to the Iloko culture and that is just amazing. Seeing people come as one during the festival gives us all a reason to celebrate not just the separating of our province but also the unity of the Ilocanos as they celebrate and witness the treasure chest of traditions and cultures.

     To show how part of the culture of the people of Ilocos Sur has modified through the years, the festival offers these activities and contests to the new generation: Dance Craze, Battle of the Bands, Mr. Kannawidan Muscle Showdown, Saniata ti Ylocos Sur, Saniata ti Agtutubo, Car and Motorcycle Show, Street Dancing and Showdown which shows off the One-Town-One-Product of the different towns and cities of the province, Horse Racing, Chef Wars, Rodeo Fiesta, Game Fowl and Pigeon Expo, Rhythm Festival, 3rd Gov. Ryan Singson Motorcross Cup, Kannawidan Mini FWD Race, Karambola, Drag Race and many others.

    

     The province of Ilocos Sur is a wonderful place. I hope everyone would give our province what it truly deserves. Come one, come all! And let's celebrate the Kannawidan Ilocos Festival, Sure Ilocos Sur!



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