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What is the language of region 1?
Region 1 or the Ilocos Region is composed of four provinces and a city—Ilocos Norte, Ilocos Sur, La Union, Pangasinan, and Dagupan City. Majority of the population speaks Ilocano, the third largest spoken language in the Philippines, although a significant number also speak Pangasinense.
What is the tradition of Ilocano?
Through the elaborate ritual of the “atang,” Ilocanos have their own unique way of honoring their dead. The Ilocano Ritual of “Atang” is known as a food offering that is intended to drive away evil and malevolent spirits.
What cultural beliefs did the Ilocanos have?
The Ilocanos have traditionally believed that most of man’s illnesses are caused by spirits. Even accidents have often been attributed to the supernatural, to spirits that could either be the aswang (witch) or the mannamay (sorcerer).
What are the main crops or culture in region 1?
The region has prime agricultural land in spite of the scarcity of arable land due to its rough terrain. Its most important crops are tobacco, rice, and vegetables.
What is the other name for region 1?
Ilocos Region
Ilocos Region (Ilocano: Rehion/Deppaar ti Ilocos; Pangasinan: Sagor na Baybay na Luzon; Tagalog: Rehiyon ng Ilocos) is an administrative region of the Philippines, designated as Region I, occupying the northwestern section of Luzon.
What are the province in Region 1?
Ilocos Norte
The region is composed of four provinces, namely: Ilocos Norte, Ilocos Sur, La Union and Pangasinan. Its regional center is San Fernando City, La Union.
What language is Ilocano?
Ilocano is a regional “Austronesian” language spoken in the northern part of Luzon and is sometimes referred to as Ilokano, Iloco or Iluko. Some people refer to Ilocano as a dialect.
Who are the indigenous people of Region 1?
REGION 1 The ILOCOS REGION 4. History of REGION 1 5. History Region 1 was first inhabited by the aboriginal Negritos before they were pushed by successive waves of Malay/Austronesi an immigrants that penetrated the narrow coast. Ilocanos tingguians pangasinense
What are the cultures and traditions of Ilocos Norte?
Ilocos Norte: Cultures & Traditions Bain is the Ilocano trait for hiya or amor propio (sense of shame). Ilocanos fear of gossip and would strongly avoid being envied by others. It is essential to show panagdayaw (respect for the sensitivities of others).
How many provinces are there in Region 1?
Region I is composed of: 4 provinces, 9 cities, 116 municipalities, and 3265 barangays. 10. Map of the ILOCOS Region 11. Ilocos Norte located at the northwest corner of Luzon Island, bordering Cagayan and Apayao to the east, and Abra and Ilocos Sur to the south.