Its water glows an almost unreal shade of blue, its fish are said to resist capture, and local legends speak of unseen beings guarding its depths. But what really lies beneath Hinatuan's famous Enchanted River? Read more »
You have paid your respects at a wake and are ready to head home. But first, someone insists on making one more stop. What is pagpag, and why do some Filipinos believe it keeps spirits from following them home? Read more »
Dinagyang 2027 is set to bring back colorful street decorations, restore performances to Iloilo City's downtown area, and expand the number of judging locations as organizers respond to public criticism of this year's festival. Read more »
Mount Arayat’s legendary guardian, Sinukuan, is portrayed in some Kapampangan stories as a noble king and in others as Mariang Sinukuan, a supernatural female guardian. These varying accounts reflect how folklore evolves across generations while preserving the cultural identity, values, and traditions of the Kapampangan people. Read more »
A wealthy woman in a mountain cave lends plates to her neighbors, sails overseas to trade cacao, and may be responsible for a broken bridge. The legend of Maria Cacao is stranger and more local than a typical fairy tale. Read more »
Anting-anting, Filipino amulets believed to offer supernatural protection, have long been associated with faith, folklore, and historical struggles, including accounts of revolutionaries wearing prayer-marked shirts to protect themselves from bullets. Read more »
