The Cordillera Day is an annual remembrance day adhered to in the Cordillera region to celebrate and commemorate the heroes in the battle opposing Dictatorship in the Philippines. On this day they remember Macliing Dulag, Pedro Dungoc and many others who gave their lives.
The Cordillera heroes refer to indigenous leaders and activists from the Cordillera region of the Philippines who fought against colonial oppression, land grabbing, and environmental destruction. Notable figures include Macliing Dulag, a leader of the Kalinga people, who opposed the Chico River Dam project in the 1970s; he became a symbol of resistance against government and corporate exploitation. These heroes are celebrated for their commitment to indigenous rights, cultural preservation, and environmental stewardship. Their legacy continues to inspire contemporary movements for social justice and environmental protection.
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The famous epic of the Cordillera is the "Hudhud" of the Ifugao people. It is a long traditional chant that narrates the exploits of heroes and ancestors, often focusing on themes of heroism, love, and nature. The "Hudhud" is recognized by UNESCO as a Masterpiece of the Oral and Intangible Heritage of Humanity.
The Aboriginals were the first nations that lived in Cordillera
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The chanted epic of the Cordillera is a traditional form of oral literature that is passed down through generations among the indigenous peoples of the Cordillera region in the Philippines. These epics serve as a way to preserve cultural heritage, history, and values, often recounting the exploits of legendary heroes and deities.
* · tribotribeAgtathe Aeta people of LuzonIgorotpeople of the Cordillera region in LuzonTasadaytribe on the island of MindanaoIfugao"headhunters" of the Cordillera
As of the 2000 census, the population of the Cordillera Region of the Philippines is more than 1,365,000 people.
Currently, trucks are used to transport goods in and out of the cordillera region of Canada.
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