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Leyte have rich resources of an island ecosystem. The land and water display a rich biodiversity. Rice, both upland lowland, rootcrops, bananas, vegetables and fruits abound. These are made into sweets and delicacies. Notable among these are the binagol (made from root crop called talyan) Leyte.Other traditional art forms of the region are pottery of Tanauan, Leyte and Biliran, basketry of , Leyte, Matalom, Leyte. Based on recent statistics, the region produces the biggest bulk of abaca for international export.
Leyte have rich resources of an island ecosystem. The land and water display a rich biodiversity. Rice, both upland lowland, rootcrops, bananas, vegetables and fruits abound. These are made into sweets and delicacies. Notable among these are the binagol (made from root crop called talyan) Leyte.Other traditional art forms of the region are pottery of Tanauan, Leyte and Biliran, basketry of , Leyte, Matalom, Leyte. Based on recent statistics, the region produces the biggest bulk of abaca for international export.
Farming and fishing are the main livelihood. In the entire cropping season, from land preparation up to post harvest, the farmers perform rituals invoking the nature spirits and ancestor spirits for a good harvest. This is also complemented by Christian customs as the recitation of novenas (9-day). Fisherfolk likewise ask permission from the water spirits for safety at sea and a good catch.
Farming and fishing are the main livelihood. In the entire cropping season, from land preparation up to post harvest, the farmers perform rituals invoking the nature spirits and ancestor spirits for a good harvest. This is also complemented by Christian customs as the recitation of novenas (9-day). Fisherfolk likewise ask permission from the water spirits for safety at sea and a good catch.
Fiestas are celebrated with prayer, food/drinking dance and music. The kuratsa a courtship dance drama highlights every occasion.
Fiestas are celebrated with prayer, food/drinking dance and music. The kuratsa a courtship dance drama highlights every occasion.
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Author:, A. (n.d.). The Islands of Leyte and Samar. Retrieved October 30, 2020, from http://gwhs-stg02.i.gov.ph/~s2govnccaph/subcommissions/subcommission-on-cultural-communities-and-traditional-arts-sccta/central-cultural-communities/the-islands-of-leyte-and-samar/
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