Filipino tradition

A painting of the Filipino tradition of "Pagmamano", a tradition which may disappear soon. Pagmamano is the most definitive way of showing respect to our elders.

As a kid, I only knew of bayanihan as the act of carrying a house from one place to another by several men. Growing up, I became more attached to this Filipino culture because as I observed my every day life with the people around me, I was able to identify acts that help each and every one become a better person altogether, even if the action seemed insignificant. Bayanihan is similar to the Holy Spirit because it is able to bring out the best in us-- even in the most difficult of…

The Philippines brags about having the earliest and longest Christmas celebration anywhere in the world. But did you know that this period of festivities emerged way before the introduction of Christianity in the country?

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Courtship in the days of our grandparents was a long and arduous process filled with interesting customs. One of the popular courtship traditions was Harana.

From the lively streets to quiet rural villages, Filipino traditional games like Piko, Sipa, and Patintero weave communities together, teaching values and preserving cultural identity. Explore their historical significance and educational benefits. Share your favorite traditional Filipino game in the comments!

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Kamayan, also known as boodle fight, is a traditional Filipino-style communal feast shared by family and friends.

Filipino national costume is rather colorful, ornate and beautiful. Filipino people lived under the occupation of other countries for centuries. That's why their national attire was formed under the influence of different cultures and got some of their features. US, Spain and Japan had the biggest impact on the traditional clothing of the Philippines. But nevertheless Filipino folk dress is very unique, authentic and even tribal, if we can say so.

Filipinos are known for having strong and close family ties. They place high regard and put importance on their family before anything else. They work all day and do all they can to feed and provide for their family.