National Museum Western Visayas, Iloilo

National GeographicSep 24

Meet the Philippines' Islanders Reclaiming Their Heritage in the Visayas Islands

In the central Philippines, the Visayan Islands’ tropical beaches are a backdrop for deeply rooted communities who are working to preserve locals’ unique way of life — inviting visitors to share in ...

celebrates local culture in Iloilo

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LaswaRestaurantBacolod, Philippinesearthy Western Visayan vegetable dish

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Meet the Philippines' Islanders Reclaiming Their Heritage in the Visayas Islands