KANNAWIDAN

           

          One of the highlights of Ilocos Sur Festivals is the festival called "Kannawidan". Kannawidan is an Ilocano term means "tawid" meaning heritage or inheritance.

            Here in Ilocos Sur, Kannawidan is one of the happiest, most wonderful and one of the most awaited festival. Here, every culture and product here in Ilocos Sur, are presented every year, in only one place, mainly in Vigan City, Ilocos Sur's capital. The OTOP, or "One Town, One Product", are usually shown in every Kannawidan festival like, Longganisa and Burnay in Vigan City, Furnitures in San Vicente, Basi in San Ildefonso, Vegetables of Santa Catalina, and many other more OTOP's. Kannawidan festival is celebrates in almost a week starting from January 29. The Province of Ilocos Sur yearly sets an entertainment for the Ilocanoes and foreigners like having a concert or inviting a local or foreign artist. They also set a carnival-like place for people to enjoy.

            Kannawidan is not only for entertainment but also informative. It gives knowledge to people about culture and products of every town here in Ilocos Sur.  Kannawidan is a very happy celebration. It is an excellent entertainment to us. It is a celebration you don't want to miss, so, "Intayon!".