It’s true. We’re getting better at music videos, so I thought now would be a good time for a list of top ten best OPM music videos. A few requirements were factored in for this compilation. Naturally, there had to be astig, kick-ass elements, but each video also had to prominently feature a PH factor --- some aspect of Philippine history, society or culture. Let’s get things … [Read more...] about Ten Best OPM Music Videos Featuring Philippine Culture | Part 1 – 2010-2014
Cultural Heritage
Simala Shrine – Monastery of the Holy Eucharist in Sibonga Cebu
I visited the Simala Shrine in May 2011, making this post nearly four years delayed and entirely deserving of a procrastination award. I was then in my former hometown, Cebu, for a blogging summit and my mother suggested a quick side trip, reminiscent of days of old when my family and I used to go on spur of the moment trips to wherever we fancied. As with most of our impulse … [Read more...] about Simala Shrine – Monastery of the Holy Eucharist in Sibonga Cebu
Remembering Bantayan Island – Old Memories of a Young Traveler
When a relative came home from Manila, my pasalubong (souvenir) was a box of Pan de Manila coffee. Although the box art showed what I would assume to be an idealized rendition of old Manila, it reminded me of a different place, Bantayan Island. My mother was born and raised there, but I’d only been there twice.Unfortunately, I went there in the early 90s, before the age of … [Read more...] about Remembering Bantayan Island – Old Memories of a Young Traveler
The Official National Symbols of the Philippines
I was among those who grew up believing that sipa, maya, mango and anahaw were national symbols. After all, those were what were in our textbooks. I learned as a grown up that not all of the symbols we were taught in school are recognized by the law. I would not be surprised if others who had gone to school with me are unaware that there are official symbols. A recent episode … [Read more...] about The Official National Symbols of the Philippines
Bohol – Cebu Earthquake: Remembering Our Fallen Churches
When calamity strikes, we grieve first for the loss of life and for families deprived of loved ones. The recent earthquake however, which struck Bohol and Cebu has created in us who love history and culture another level of grief. For among the many casualties are our old churches, priceless specimens of our cultural and historical heritage. I am even more grieved by the … [Read more...] about Bohol – Cebu Earthquake: Remembering Our Fallen Churches
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