"ILOCOS SUR FESTIVAL"

 Ilocos Sur, a province in the Philippines' Ilocos Region, is well-known for its vivid festivals that celebrate the Ilocano people's rich cultural heritage and traditions. A celebration in Ilocos Sur commemorates the separation of the two Ilocos provinces in 1818. The "Ilocos Sur Festival or Kannawidan Festival" is one of the most popular festivals in Ilocos Sur.  Governor Jerry Singson presided over the Ilocos Sur Festival 2024, which began on January 28, 2024.

This year's Ilocos Sur Kannawidan Festival 2024 Grand Float Parade features the first and largest float parade in history, reflecting Ilocos Sur's rich and timeless culture, traditions, delicacies, and local pride. Governor Jerry Singson served as Kutsero, while the rest of the Provincial Officials led the parade through Vigan. The PGIS float depicted Ilocos Sur's rich culture and traditions, as well as its principal products, which are well-+-known around the world. The procession, which was attended by the province's 18 cities/municipalities, commemorated Ilocos Sur's years of struggle and survival, as well as the Ilocano culture and customs that have been preserved. 

       

The Kannawidan Festival in Ilocos Sur is a spectacular event that highlights the province's rich cultural heritage and traditions. With its numerous festivities, colorful parades, and cultural presentations, the festival successfully promotes local pride and unity, making it an important annual gathering for both residents and visitors. Kannawidan emphasizes conserving and sharing Ilocano customs, which contributes to Ilocos Sur's cultural identity and tourism attractiveness.

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