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7 of the Best Things to Do in Capiz
7 of the Best Things to Do in Capiz
Capiz has long been overlooked as a tourist destination, no thanks to the widespread belief that the aswang — a shape-shifting, blood-sucking nocturnal creature in Filipino folklore — inhabits its shores. But don’t let this myth keep you from visiting the province, which has plenty to offer the curious traveler.
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Published at 2018-03-03 by Puerto Parrot
Categories : Travel
Tags: Capiz, Visayas, coastal, culture, heritage
Sulod
Sulod
The Sulod are the most populous of the varied cultural-linguistic groups inhabiting the mountains of Central Panay; Tapaz, Capiz; Lambuano, Iloilo; and Valderrama, Antique Provinces, who remain relatively unassimilated. They occupy the rugged finger-like slopes along the banks of the river in the interior and higher mountains.
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Published at 2018-03-02 by Puerto Parrot
Categories : Communities, Culture, Documentary
Tags: Capiz, Panay
The Mysterious Mummy of Capiz
The Mysterious Mummy of Capiz
In 2008 I was visiting friends in Roxas City, Capiz. Upon learning about my interest in the creatures of Philippine Mythology, an acquaintance suggested I visit the mummy of Maria Basañes in Pilar, a few districts over. So off we went. After stopping at city hall and hiring a guide, we arrived at a humble cement block home. After being charged a small fee, we entered the property and then the front door of the house.
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Published at 2018-01-28 by Puerto Parrot
Categories : Culture, Mythology & folklore
Tags: Capiz