Ati-atihan Odessey Part 1: Makato, Aklan
This year, I was able to shoot for the Ati-atihan celebration in Makato, Aklan. I've almost forgotten about their celebration because most of time, I'm in Iloilo attending my classes.
They celebrate just before the Ati-atihan in Kalibo does, which, if I'm not mistaken is on January 14 to 15. Their format for celebrating the Ati-atihan is somewhat similar to that of Kalibo . The celebration is also mainly focused of the Holy Child, Sto. Niño.
They celebrate just before the Ati-atihan in Kalibo does, which, if I'm not mistaken is on January 14 to 15. Their format for celebrating the Ati-atihan is somewhat similar to that of Kalibo . The celebration is also mainly focused of the Holy Child, Sto. Niño.
The image of the Holy Child, Sto. Niño can be seen iside the church. Its smaller than that of Kalibo's, but if you look closely, there's no glass box surrounding the Sto. Niño, and devotees can touch it directly.
innocent spectatorsAfter spending some time inside the church, I went outside to take some shots of the ongoing parade.
And like the Ati-atihan in Kalibo, people dance in the beat of the drums. For now, some are just spectators, but after the contest ends, people start to join in the celebration.
Ocho-ocho was apparently this kid's favorite.
I noticed this naughty kid who kept bugging the man in the spider costume. 
Orally fixated.
Modern tribes have different concepts on their costumes. This one was clearly influenced by our friendly neighborhood, Spiderman.
I usually get amused when I see an Ati joining the celebration.
Sleeping beauty...
Even though there's a feast, this kid still chooses to eat some fish balls.
At rest...
And after seeing some part of the festivites, I had to go home because I had to see some of my friends. But I can clearly see the spirit of celebrating the Ati-atihan in the eyes of the people of Makato. Next year, I hope to cover the celebration and just not do a hit and run.Ati-atihan: Barter of Panay
After a long time of waiting for our internet connection to be "normal" again, alas I can now make my post about the recent Ati-atihan Festival.
Many historians, if not all, disregard the authenticity of the said event. There was no written account and no significant proof to solidify the claim. Hence I classify it for myself as mere myth or legend. To the uninitiated, this is the story...
Aetas used to roam in the lowlands of Panay...
Legend claims that they were ruled by an Ati Chief that goes by the name of Marikudo together with his wife, Maniwantiwan (Maniwangtiwang).
Datu Puti and his wife, Pinangpangan, and the nine other datus, namely Sumakwel, Dumangsil, Lubay, Balkasua, Bangkaya, Paiburong, Dumangsul, Dumalugdog and Paduhinog, with their respective wives and subordinates arrived in boats called the Balangay (Baeangay).
Instead of waging war to conquer the island, they made peaceful negotiations with the Ati Chief Marikudo.
Several offerings by the Bornean settlers were given to them, namely of bales of cloth, precious jewels, a golden salakot and trinkets for Maniwangtiwang, and other material objects.
The Aetas accepted the gifts and decided to live in the hinterlands of Panay and let the new settlers inhabit the lowlands and the coast.To show their appreciation and to symbolize ther solidarity with the Aeta's, the Borneans smeared their skin with soot to look like the Aeta's to further befriend their hosts while dancing to the beat and music of the native drums, drinking and merrymaking until the wee hours of the morning
One day...
The Spaniards arrived in the island, and they introduced Christianity to the natives. They were converted during the Feast of the Holy Child (Sto. Niño). Merrymaking, dancing, singing, and also shouting "Viva kay Señor Sto. Niño!" (Long live the Holy Child!) followed. And according to the legend, this is how the Ati-atihan started and it evolved to the Ati-atihan we know and love today.PAGCOR aims to help DOT
PAGCOR (Philippine Amusement and Gaming Corporation) assured to help the DOT (Department of Tourism) in promoting tourism.
Chairman Efren Genuino visited the province of Aklan as part of PAGCOR'S aim to assist in tourism promotion in the countryside.
This year, he says, he will be visiting other provinces to study the possibilities of how they could be able to help tourism promotion. He says that the assistance and projects will depend on the needs of the province.
PAGCOR plans in helping the countryside by bringing in potential investors and to assist in sports and tourism development of the province.
PAGCOR is currently exploring the potentials of the town 0f Libacao as an alternative tourism destination. They say their plan for Libacao is still a secret.
Libacao, Aklan
Faces of Dinagyang
Sometimes we get so lucky that we forget the feeling of being unlucky. Most of the time though, I'm sort of lucky. Think of it this way... I was almost squished by a ginormous truck several times and yet I'm still here.
But this time, I was not so lucky... Why?? Our internet connection was, well not connected for several really boring days. And my friend's site exploreiloilo.com was also down for the count, that's why I was not able to post my Dinagyang pics and my supposedly link for the schedule. Its better late than never though. So here's some of the pics from Dinagyang 2008. Enjoy ^^
But this time, I was not so lucky... Why?? Our internet connection was, well not connected for several really boring days. And my friend's site exploreiloilo.com was also down for the count, that's why I was not able to post my Dinagyang pics and my supposedly link for the schedule. Its better late than never though. So here's some of the pics from Dinagyang 2008. Enjoy ^^
Dagoy
smirk smirk
the warrior
Ati's watching Ati's
embrace
eyes wide shutAti-Atihan'09
Here's this year's Ati-Atihan shcedule...
797th Kalibo ati-atihan festival
Calendar of Activities
Calendar of Activities
SPIRITUAL STREET DANCING
1st week to 3rd Sunday of January 2009, Principal Streets of Kalibo
The true spirit of Ati-atihan. An act of piety to ensure miracle for barren women to bear children, heal the body from maladies beyond medical remedy, prosperity in business or simply for fun and excitement.
1st week to 3rd Sunday of January 2009, Principal Streets of Kalibo
The true spirit of Ati-atihan. An act of piety to ensure miracle for barren women to bear children, heal the body from maladies beyond medical remedy, prosperity in business or simply for fun and excitement.
9-DAY NOVENA
January 10-18, 2009, Kalibo Cathedral
A traditional religious activity in reverence to the Sto. Niño where believers pledge vows in exchange of blessings and supplications and is gaining worldwide recognition and acceptance for its miracle of healing.
January 10-18, 2009, Kalibo Cathedral
A traditional religious activity in reverence to the Sto. Niño where believers pledge vows in exchange of blessings and supplications and is gaining worldwide recognition and acceptance for its miracle of healing.
HALA BIRA ATI-ATIHAN NIGHTS
January 12-18, 2009, Magsaysay Park
Experience an unforgettable and endless dancing and partying with the rumbling and energetic music of live bands starting in the early evening till the wee hours of the morning. Join the crowd in the almost never-ending excitement- of “snake-dancing” and enjoy the appetizing food and drinks served at kiosks in and around the park.
January 12-18, 2009, Magsaysay Park
Experience an unforgettable and endless dancing and partying with the rumbling and energetic music of live bands starting in the early evening till the wee hours of the morning. Join the crowd in the almost never-ending excitement- of “snake-dancing” and enjoy the appetizing food and drinks served at kiosks in and around the park.
KAEAN-AN SA PLAZA (Food Fest)
January 12-18, 2009, 9:00a.m.-12mn, Pastrana Park
The perfect place to re-energize yourselves. The Food Festival at the town plaza presents fast foods and different culinary specialties from Aklanon, Filipino to international culinary cuisines.
January 12-18, 2009, 9:00a.m.-12mn, Pastrana Park
The perfect place to re-energize yourselves. The Food Festival at the town plaza presents fast foods and different culinary specialties from Aklanon, Filipino to international culinary cuisines.
VISUAL ART EXHIBIT
January 12-18, 2009, Museo it Akean
Awe-inspiring paintings and sculptures created by members of the Aklan Visual Arts Association adding vibrance to the various museum pieces for your eyes to feast on.
January 12-18, 2009, Museo it Akean
Awe-inspiring paintings and sculptures created by members of the Aklan Visual Arts Association adding vibrance to the various museum pieces for your eyes to feast on.
PAGDAYAW
January 13, 2009, 2:00 p.m., Principal Streets of Kalibo
All out Ati-Atihan street dancing for students from public and private high schools and colleges in Aklan.
January 13, 2009, 2:00 p.m., Principal Streets of Kalibo
All out Ati-Atihan street dancing for students from public and private high schools and colleges in Aklan.
SADSAD PANAAD
January 14, 2009, 8:00 A.M., Principal Streets of Kalibo
A parade of teachers and faculty from all public schools and colleges in the province of Aklan in their colorful costumes.
January 14, 2009, 8:00 A.M., Principal Streets of Kalibo
A parade of teachers and faculty from all public schools and colleges in the province of Aklan in their colorful costumes.
ATI-ATIHAN PRODUCTS SHOWCASE
January 12-19, 2009, 8:30 a.m. – 7:30 p.m., Pastrana Park
Showcases beautiful ornamental plants and quality Aklanon products made from piña,abaca,raffia,nito and clay materials handcrafted by local artisans.
January 12-19, 2009, 8:30 a.m. – 7:30 p.m., Pastrana Park
Showcases beautiful ornamental plants and quality Aklanon products made from piña,abaca,raffia,nito and clay materials handcrafted by local artisans.
HIGANTE PARADE & AKLAN FESTIVAL SHOWDOWN
January 14, 2009, 2:00 p.m., Principal Streets of Kalibo
A colorful parade of the festival winners and Sto. Niño devotees from the 17 towns of Aklan highlighted by the giant images of cultural and historical significance.
January 14, 2009, 2:00 p.m., Principal Streets of Kalibo
A colorful parade of the festival winners and Sto. Niño devotees from the 17 towns of Aklan highlighted by the giant images of cultural and historical significance.
PAHILOT OR PAEAPAK
January 14-18, 2009, Kalibo Cathedral
A unique age-old faith healing rite of the miraculous Sto. Niño of Kalibo that attracts devotees worldwide for curing diseases.
January 14-18, 2009, Kalibo Cathedral
A unique age-old faith healing rite of the miraculous Sto. Niño of Kalibo that attracts devotees worldwide for curing diseases.
BARTER OF PANAY REENACTMENT
January 15, 2009, Magsaysay Park
The legendary reenactment of the arrival of ten (10) Datus and the Purchase of Panay from the Aetas by the Malays. Witness the origin of the Mother of all festivals unfold before your eyes and its evolution into the present day praisefest.
January 15, 2009, Magsaysay Park
The legendary reenactment of the arrival of ten (10) Datus and the Purchase of Panay from the Aetas by the Malays. Witness the origin of the Mother of all festivals unfold before your eyes and its evolution into the present day praisefest.
3 DAYS FINAL HURRAH
January 16-18 2009, Major Streets of Kalibo
Experience 3 days and nights of jubilating revelry with soot-smeared Akeanons, local and foreign tourists dancing in wild abandon to the deafening sound of numerous drums, cymbals and lyres shouting, “Hala Bira Puera Pasma! Viva kay Señor Sto. Niño. Viva!’
January 16-18 2009, Major Streets of Kalibo
Experience 3 days and nights of jubilating revelry with soot-smeared Akeanons, local and foreign tourists dancing in wild abandon to the deafening sound of numerous drums, cymbals and lyres shouting, “Hala Bira Puera Pasma! Viva kay Señor Sto. Niño. Viva!’
ATI-ATIHAN CONTEST
January 17, 2009, 7:00 a.m., Major Streets of Kalibo
Tribal and modern groups, Balik-Ati tribes and individually costumed participants dance on the streets to the beat of the drums and lyre in their vibrant and colorful costumes.
January 17, 2009, 7:00 a.m., Major Streets of Kalibo
Tribal and modern groups, Balik-Ati tribes and individually costumed participants dance on the streets to the beat of the drums and lyre in their vibrant and colorful costumes.
BLESSING OF CHILDREN
January 17, 2009, 11:00 a.m., Kalibo Cathedral
Children of different ages gather for the traditional blessing to honor the Holy Child officiated by the Bishop of Kalibo.
January 17, 2009, 11:00 a.m., Kalibo Cathedral
Children of different ages gather for the traditional blessing to honor the Holy Child officiated by the Bishop of Kalibo.
DEVOTEES DAWN ROSARY & PROCESSION
January 17, 2009, 4:00 a.m., Kalibo Cathedral
Pray the dawn rosary with devotees and pilgrims. A moment of deep silence before the festival music rises into a crescendo.
January 17, 2009, 4:00 a.m., Kalibo Cathedral
Pray the dawn rosary with devotees and pilgrims. A moment of deep silence before the festival music rises into a crescendo.
FIREWORKS DISPLAY
January 17, 2009, 11:00 p.m., Magsaysay Park
A spectacular display of colorful fireworks in the eve of the Ati-atihan’s big day. See the most dazzling show of thousands of vibrant lights as they pierce the night sky.
January 17, 2009, 11:00 p.m., Magsaysay Park
A spectacular display of colorful fireworks in the eve of the Ati-atihan’s big day. See the most dazzling show of thousands of vibrant lights as they pierce the night sky.
TRANSFER OF STO. NIÑO IMAGE
January 18, 2009, 6:30 a.m., Kalibo Cathedral to Pastrana Park
The traditional transfer of the venerated miraculous image of Sto. Niño of Kalibo from the Kalibo Cathedral to Pastrana Park for the field mass celebration. Witness the applause of drums and lyre of Ati Tribes in reverence to the Sto. Niño.
January 18, 2009, 6:30 a.m., Kalibo Cathedral to Pastrana Park
The traditional transfer of the venerated miraculous image of Sto. Niño of Kalibo from the Kalibo Cathedral to Pastrana Park for the field mass celebration. Witness the applause of drums and lyre of Ati Tribes in reverence to the Sto. Niño.
PASAEAMAT
January 18, 2009, 7:00 a.m., Pastrana Park
A concelebrated field mass offering devotees, guests and tourists flock insolidarity with Ati-atihan Tribes as they take part in the highest form of Catholic worship to God.
January 18, 2009, 7:00 a.m., Pastrana Park
A concelebrated field mass offering devotees, guests and tourists flock insolidarity with Ati-atihan Tribes as they take part in the highest form of Catholic worship to God.
TORCH PARADE & PROCESSION
January 18, 2009, 3:00 p.m., Principal Streets of Kalibo
Join the Ati-atihan groups parading for hours together with their beautifully adorned Sto. Niño caros and devotees carrying Sto. Niño image and bamboo torches that create floods of lights beginning at the town plaza and ending at the Kalibo Cathedral.
January 18, 2009, 3:00 p.m., Principal Streets of Kalibo
Join the Ati-atihan groups parading for hours together with their beautifully adorned Sto. Niño caros and devotees carrying Sto. Niño image and bamboo torches that create floods of lights beginning at the town plaza and ending at the Kalibo Cathedral.
PAGPADUNGOG
January 18, 2009, 7:00 p.m., Magsaysay Park
The finale and last hurrah of the three- weeklong festival. After a day of street dancing and gastronomic feast in praise of the Sto. Niño, winners of the Ati-atihan Contest give their last energy as they receive their awards
January 18, 2009, 7:00 p.m., Magsaysay Park
The finale and last hurrah of the three- weeklong festival. After a day of street dancing and gastronomic feast in praise of the Sto. Niño, winners of the Ati-atihan Contest give their last energy as they receive their awards
Here's some pictures of last year's event, Ati-Atihan 2008... Enjoy...^^
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