Category: Philippine Legend

In the vibrant colors of Philippine folklore, few legends are as captivating as that of the Sarimanok. This mythical creature, often depicted as a magnificent bird, holds a significant place in the cultural heritage...

The Philippines, an archipelago rich in culture and history, is home to a diverse array of myths and legends. Among these, the aswang stands out as one of the most intriguing and terrifying figures...

A long time ago when pineapple was not yet known to anyone. In a faraway village, there lived a mother and daughter. Aling Rosa and her daughter named Pinang. Pinang is ten years old....

When the world was still new, the rice plant has no value. It was just a mere grass. It has no grain or fruit. It doesn’t do anything but to kiss the wind all...

In the province of Laguna in the Philippines, there is a lake called Sampalok (tamarind) Lake. It is said that this lake does not exist during the early times. This is how the lake...

It is said that in the early times, the island of Bohol in the Visayas is a vast mass of dry land. Rice fields tend to crack under the heat of the sun. During...

Olongapo is a city located in the province of Zambales. It is one of the most cheerful cities in Central Luzon. It is near the Subic bay and is also one of the places...

Philippine culture is rich in folklore. One tale I enjoyed during my childhood was the legend of the guava fruit, which comes with a moral lesson. A guava tree or fruit is called bayabas...

The bell fruit, or the makopa, is a familiar sight in most tropical countries. Its skin ranges in color from white to red, with some varieties having black skin. Its flavor is similar to...