Western Visayas Flashcards
What is the numerical designation of the Western Visayas region in the Philippines?
Region VI
Name the provinces in the Western Visayas region.
- Aklan
- Antique
- Capiz
- Guimaras
- Iloilo
- Negros Occidental
Which festival is famous in Kalibo, Aklan, held every January?
Ati-atihan Festival
What is the popular festival in Iloilo City, celebrated every January?
Dinagyang Festival
What does ‘Aklanon’ refer to?
The people, language, and culture of Aklan province
What is the folk belief regarding the name ‘Aklan’?
It is derived from a river called Akean.
What is Chicken Inuburan?
A famous local dish in Aklan made with banana trunk’s pith.
What is Binakol?
A Filipino chicken soup made with coconut water and various ingredients.
What was Antique known as before Spanish colonization?
Hantík
What is Alupe?
A cassava-based kakanin loved by Filipinos.
What is the Binirayan festival?
An event celebrated in Antique, meaning ‘where they sailed to’.
What is Pancit Molo?
A wonton soup inspired dish from the Chinese community in Molo.
What is Kadios, Baboy and Langka or KBL?
A popular Ilonggo stew using kadios, pork, and unripe langka.
What is Ensalada?
A delicious appetizer or side dish in Iloilo.
What is the most famous landmark in Eastern Visayas?
San Juanico Bridge
What is Biliran known for?
Being one of the smallest and newest provinces in the Philippines.
What is Suman Biliran?
A tasty suman of Naval with various flavors.
What is Paksiw na Isda?
A dish where fish is cooked with water, vinegar, and spices.
What is the capital of Biliran?
Naval
What is Moron?
A sweet rice cake cooked in coconut milk and mixed with cocoa.
Where did Ferdinand Magellan first set foot in the Philippines?
Homonhon in Eastern Samar
What is the most notable dish from Samar?
Baduya nga Pasayan
What historical significance does Leyte hold?
It was the first place visited by Ferdinand Magellan in 1521.
What is Binagol?
A delicacy made from Taro root.
What is the capital of Southern Leyte?
Maasin