Kamayan and Boodle Fight

Manila City

During early times, Filipinos used their hands to eat. This practice is called "Kamayan". But, due to the influence of western culture, eating with th…

Binturong

Palawan

Binturong or Palawan bearcat is neither a bear nor a cat; found in the forests of Palawan, Borneo, Burma, and Vietnam. Its head and body can measure u…

Bagobo Tribe

Davao del Norte

The Bagobo tribe in Mindanao file and blacken their teeth for ‘aesthetic’ purposes.…

Tarsier

Bohol

The Tarsier is one of the smallest primates with (ironically) the biggest eyes. Its eyes are bigger than its stomach but it cannot move due to their …

Suede Shoes

Manila City

Suede shoes which were very popular in the 70's, will continue to be worn until today.…

Kalamay

Manila City

Kalamay is a gelatinous rice cooked with brown sugar and coconut milk. Sundot Kulangot or in english "poke a snot" or "poke a booger" is a famous deli…

Patron Deity of Homosexuality

CEBU CITY (Capital)

Bulan, the moon deity, fell in love with the god of death, Sibulan. After the god of death rescued Bulan from the mon eating dragon, they lived togeth…

Vigan Town Fiesta

Ilocos Sur

The procession in honor of Vigan's patron saint, St. Paul the Apostle is the highlight during Vigan Town Fiesta every fourth week of January.…

Breastfeeding World Record

Manila City

On May 4, 2006, the Philippines has set a World Record on breastfeeding simultaneously. 3,541 Filipina mothers breastfed together to promote breastfee…

Philippine Eagle

Eastern Samar

The Philippine Eagle, formerly known as Monkey-eating Eagle is one of the largest eagles in the world. It can be found in the rainforests of Isabela, …