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The culture of the Philippines is characterized by cultural and ethnic diversity. [1] Although the multiple ethnic groups of the Philippine archipelago have only recently established a shared Filipino national identity, [2] their cultures were all shaped by the geography and history of the region, [3] [4] and by centuries of interaction with neighboring cultures, and colonial powers.
As part of a country's cultural heritage, they include celebrations, festivals, performances, oral traditions, music, and the making of handicrafts. [1] The "intangible cultural heritage" is defined by the Convention for the Safeguarding of Intangible Cultural Heritage , drafted in 2003 [ 2 ] and took effect in 2006. [ 3 ]
Intangible cultural heritage (ICH) includes traditions and living expressions that are passed down from generation to generation within a particular community. The Philippines, with the National Commission for Culture and the Arts [1] as the de facto Ministry of Culture, [2] ratified the 2003 Convention after its formal deposit in August 2006. [3]
This list contains an overview of the government recognized Cultural Properties of the Philippines in Central Visayas. The list is based on the official lists provided by the National Commission on Culture and the Arts, National Historical Commission of the Philippines and the National Museum of the Philippines.
A Spanish colonial era brick church noted for its unique and intricate retablo. NMP Declaration 2-2001: 2001 [38] Majayjay Church, Laguna, Jul 2024 Parish Church of San Gregorio Magno [v] Majayjay, Laguna: 1649: A Spanish colonial-era Romanesque brick church [42]. Its convento is an early well-preserved example. NMP Declaration 2-2001: 2001 [38]
[45] [46] Weaving traditions have been influenced by modern demands. [47] Woven headpieces are common, and cultures use a variety of fibers to create headgear such as the Ivatan vakul and the snake headpiece of the Bontoc. [48] Woven fish traps are a specialty of the Ilocano people. [49] Broom weaving is another tradition, exemplified by the ...
Philippines portal; Society portal; Pages in category "Philippine traditions" The following 9 pages are in this category, out of 9 total.
A host of mythological creatures occur in the mythologies from the Philippines. Philippine mythological creatures are the mythological beasts, monsters, and enchanted beings of more than 140 ethnic groups in the Philippines. Each ethnic people has their own unique set of belief systems, which includes the belief in various mythological creatures.