Ilocos Sur especially Vigan is branded as the Heart of Ilocandia by the Philippine Historical Committee and used to celebrate Kannawidan. It is known to be an annual festival that aims to create awareness on the preservation of the province’ rich culture heritage, practices and traditions and a showcase of different agriculture and industry products of the province. This years marks the province’s 193rd based on the Royal Decree dated February 2, 1818 separating Ilocos Sur from Ilocos Norte. Prior to this date, the stretch of Bangui inIlocos Norte down to La Union is called Ylocos which is a term to refer to the coastal inhabitants. It literally meant “from the lowlands.”
There was the tribal performance of the cultural communities of Ilocos Sur which is so fascinating. They displayed their talents as well as their indigenous costumes. They also showcased the products of the province sush as longanisa, bagnet, garlic, bibingkia and many other foods including handicrafts. Traditional games were played. There were Sarsuela and Komedya Ilocana which were shown and Choir competition was also held. A battle of brains and beauty was witnessed during the Saniata ti Ilocos Sur pageant. Art exhibitions and on the spot painting was done. The Ilocandia Photographic Society put up its photography exhibit at the Archbishops Palace where you can see the beauty of Ilocos Sur.
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