For almost 2,000 years, the mountains of the Philippines' Ifugao region have been meticulously cultivated with terraced rice fields which followed the natural contours of the mountains and reached thousands of feet.

Rice terraces are main source of labor and sustainable natural resources of Ifugao People. The knowledge to the fields are passed down from one generation to next for centuries. The cultural landscape also expresses a relationship between nature and mankind.

The Ifugao Rice Terraces represent the perfect synthesis of the physical, sociocultural, economic, religious, and political environments. It is, indeed, a dynamic cultural landscape of natural beauty.

The Rice Terraces of the Philippine Cordilleras were declared National Cultural Treasures and a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

Source: Rice Terraces of the Philippine Cordilleras - UNESCO World Heritage Centre

Intramuros is the historic "Walled City" of Manila built by the Spaniards - more specifically built by Miguel Lopez de Legazpi around 1571. It is surrounded on all sides by moats and thick, high walls, some of which are more than 6 meters high.

It has defied and repulsed countless attacks throughout history because to its huge size and well-planned strategic infrastructure.

Inside, there are attractions that can be toured namely San Agustin Church & Museum, Fort Santiago, Manila Cathedral, Casa Manila Museum and the Rizal Shrine.

San Agustin Church is the oldest existing church in the country that is also built in 1571. It is now included on the UNESCO World Heritage List.

The historic buildings and features shows the history of Philippines through its preserved architecture

Source: Manila Intramuros - The Walled City In Manila - Go Guides (hotels.com)

Panagbenga is an annual flower festival held in Baguio City every February. The name "Panagbenga" is derived from a Kankanaey phrase that means "season of blooming."

This celebration reflects Baguio and the Cordilleras' history, traditions, and values. It is celebrated with colorful costumes, bazaars, and parades. Panagbenga lasts more than a month and thrives on community interaction.

Source: About Us | Panagbenga 2022 - Let Hope Bloom (panagbengaflowerfestival.com)

Bahag is a G-string loincloth worn by male. It is a tribal cloth of Ifugao tribe made from handwoven cotton fabric.

It is commonly used in the Philippines before the era of European colonizers.

Bahag is worn in rituals and celebrations showing Igorot’s cultural identity.

Source: Bahag - definition - Encyclo

The art of coconut leaf weaving is called Puni. It is also referred as Palm leaf folding.

Puni is a tagalog term for beautifying or decorating with the use of coconut leaf. It originated from the proving of Bulacan.

It is used as food container for suman or puso, palaspas, woven baskets or a toy.

Source: REVIVAL OF “PUNI” ART OF BULACAN - Modern Age Journalism (weebly.com)