"Captivating Culture"

          Kannawidan is Festival which shows the beautiful culture of Ilocos Sur. It is the Festival where you can see such amazing native products, cultural shows and the great talents of the Ilocanos. It’s a festivity which the province celebrates every year.

           Kannawidan Festival became a yearly celebration that aims to generate awareness on the maintenance of the province rich intellectual legacy, practices and ethnicity, and a showcase of the different agriculture and industry products of the province. It is located at the Quirino Stadium in Bantay. Kannawidan was opened with the traditional opening ritual led by the native citizens of Ilocos Sur together with Governor Ryan Singson. There are such amazing activities in this festival. There was the ethnic presentation of the cultural communities of Ilocos Sur which is so captivating. They showed their talents as well as their native costumes. There was also a Trade Fair where the products of the communities of the province were showcased including foods and handicrafts. There was also a Choir competition that is so captivating. There is also a Beauty Contest which also known as Saniata ti Agtutubo where you can see such beautiful ladies representing their native community. In this festival, you can see beautiful artists in the television whom you’re dreaming to meet in personal. I know such of us says “It’s a dream come true” to see our idols where we often see at the televisions only. There so much more activities in Kannawidan which can touch your heart.

              Come and explore the beautiful culture of the Ilocos Sur Province. Let us celebrate Kanniwidan together. Let the beautiful products reach your eyes. The delicious foods which you will never forget and the amazing talents of Ilocanos. So what you’re waiting for? Come and let us explore the adventure in Ilocos.