Q4-Activity #1 "Binatbatan Festival of the Arts: A tapestry of culture and arts woven by a miracle"
Apo
lakay of the Simbaan a bassit saved Vigan from a deadly epidemic back in 1756.
To honor his act, the Naturales of Vigan chose “Tres de Mayo” of 1883 as
thanksgiving for Apo Lakay. From this, it evolved to what it is now, the most
colorful and important festival for the Bigueños
as it focuses on the thanksgiving of our late Apo Lakay and also the promotion
of our local product, Abel Iloco. They also do it with a street pageant of the
Binatbatan Street Dancing, it also emphasizes Agriculture with its Calesa
Parade, Santacruzan, and Karbo Festival.
The
word “Binatbatan” is the process of beating cotton pods to remove the seeds for
Abel weaving. Binatbatan Festival of the Arts is one of the main attractions in
the week-long festival where several activities for the city of Vigan is held.
It happens during the last week of the month of April to the first week of May.
As the theme of the festival states, “A tapestry of culture and arts woven by a
miracle,” this festival is where the Bigueños
can showcase their talents in arts, using it for cultural appreciation
Festivals are the most attracted celebration in most
parts of the Philippines, as it should. Because as we are having fun and
enjoying ourselves in the Festival, we are also having a recollection of our
history, whether it’s places, people, products, or origins. We will always find
a way to relive the important events of our history.
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| https://www.ilocosnews.com/2014/05/16/vigan-celebrates-viva-vigan-binatbatan-festival-of-the-arts/ |
