MARAWI CITY, Lanao del Sur, June 27 (PIA) -- The 53rd founding anniversary of the province kicked-off yesterday with a series of shows that depicts the rich Maranao culture.
According to Provincial Information Officer Nasser Ganda, among the cultural events that marked the start of the week-long celebration are "kataro sa lalag," "kakolintang," and "kasipa sa manggis."
While the kataro sa lalag (oration) showcases the fascinating Maranao poetry, kakolintang (playing the kolintang), on the other hand, best features the traditional Maranao music.
Kolintang is an ancient form of musical instrument composed of a set of gongs arranged in a row and played by striking the gongs with two wooden beaters. It is the main instrument of the kolintang ensemble, the other gongs are debakan, agong, gandingan, and babendir.
Kasipa sa manggis is an indigenous sport where a colorfully decorated, small box-like structure is strung to a rope tied to long bamboo poles. A player would be given the chance to kick the rattan ball towards the structure, and if it falls, the player gets a prize.
Other cultural shows scheduled until June 29 are "kambayoka," "kapangotiyapi," "kasayaw sa singkil," and "kanggarotaya."
To add fun to the festivities, sports tournaments such as basketball, badminton, tennis, golf, volleyball, marathon, walkathon, and practical shooting were also lined-up from June 26 to July 3.
Line agencies in the province will also be showcasing their respective programs and projects through a booth exhibit and display within the New Capitol Complex grounds from June 26 to July 3.
A dialogue between the heads of the line agencies, the provincial government, and the regional government is likewise slated on July 1, which was declared by Governor Mamintal A. Adiong Jr. as Line Agencies Day.
Meanwhile, the Lanao civil society, spearheaded by the Lanao del Sur Peoples’ Council, will participate in the week-long celebration through tree planting and fish dispersal in Ramain town, and a walk for Ranao on July 2, which was also proclaimed as Solidarity Day in the province.
Local government units (LGUs) from the municipal down to the barangay level, including the two congressional district offices, will also take part through a special program on July 3, otherwise declared as LGU Day.
On July 4, a cultural street dancing, and a culmination program with Interior and Local Government Secretary Jesse Robredo as keynote speaker, will cap the week-long celebration.
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