PHILLIPINE

Regional
Literature
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The Philippines is an archipelago
composed of three main islands.
These islands are Luzon, Visayas,
and Mindanao. Each island
consists of multiple regions.

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 Luzon is the largest and
northernmost island in
the Philippines.

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 It is further subdivided into several regions,
including the

Ilocos Region (Region 1),

Cagayan Valley (Region 2),
Central Luzon (Region 3),
CALABARZON (Region 4-A),
MIMAROPA (Region 4-B),
Bicol Region (Region 5),
Cordillera Administrative Region (CAR),
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Ilocos Region (Region 1)

is composed of provinces and a city - Ilocos

Norte, Ilocos Sur, La Union, and Pangasinan.

What binds this area together is the language,

Ilocano. It is the third largest spoken language
in the Philippines

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Ilocos Region (Region 1)

The term Ilokano originates from i-, "from",

and looc, "cove or bay", thus "people of the
bay”.

Encompasses various forms of literature such

as folk songs, riddles, proverbs, lamentations,
and epic stories (Biag ni Lam-ang).

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Cagayan Valley (Region 2)

It has five provinces namely: Batanes,

Cagayan, Isabela, Nueva Vizcaya , and
Quirino
It is where the mighty Cagayan River, the
longest river in the country is found.

Famous literary works include local poetry,

short stories, and novels that often draw
inspiration from the region's landscapes,
traditions, and history.
 Central Luzon (Region 3)

• comprised of seven provinces in the central

plain of Luzon namely; Aurora, Bataan,
Bulacan, Pampanga, Nueva Ecija, Tarlac and
Zambales.

• contains the largest plain in the country and

produces most of the country's rice supply,
earning itself the nickname "Rice Granary of
the Philippines"
 Central Luzon (Region 3)

• contains various forms of

literature: Epic Poetry, Folk
Tales and Legends, Riddles
and Proverbs
 CALABARZON (Region 4-A)

• CALABARZON is an acronym representing

letters from the names of the 5 provinces that
comprise it - CAvite, LAguna, BAtangas,
Rizal and QueZON.

• Has a strong tradition of "balagtasan," a form

of Filipino debate in verse. This poetic
jousting involves participants engaging in a
battle of wits through rhymed verses,
showcasing linguistic prowess and creativity.
 MIMAROPA (Region 4-B)
• comprised of six provinces, which are:
Mindoro Occidental, Mindoro Oriental,
Marinduque, Romblon, and Palawan

• is home to various indigenous languages and

dialects, including Alangan, Tawbuid, and
Buhid.

• have a unique poetic form called "Ambahan."

These are seven-syllable rhythmic poems
carved on bamboo, traditionally used for
courtship and self-expression.
 Bicol Region (Region 5)
The region is composed of six provinces: Albay,
Camarines Norte, Camarines Sur, Sorsogon The legend of
Catanduanes, Masbate. Daragang
Magayon, a
The Bicol Region is known for the beautiful maiden
"Ibalong," an epic that narrates the
adventures of superheroes Handyong, associated with
Baltog, and Bantong. the Mayon
Volcano.
 Cordillera Administrative Region (CAR)

The region consists of the provinces of Abra, Apayao, Benguet,

Ifugao, Kalinga, Mountain Province and Apayao.

The world-famous Banaue Rice Terraces, often referred to as the

"Eighth Wonder of the World," serve as a prominent motif in
Cordilleran literature.

Literary Forms: Hudhud and Alim Epics, Ritual Poetry, Cordilleran

Folk Tales, and Bontoc War Chants.
National Capital Region (NCR)
It consists of 16 highly urbanized cities: the City of Manila,
Caloocan, Las Piñas, Makati, Malabon, Mandaluyong,
Marikina, Muntinlupa, Navotas, Parañaque, Pasay, Pasig,
Quezon City, San Juan, Taguig, and Valenzuela, and one
municipality: Pateros.

From contemporary novels like Bob Ong's

"ABNKKBSNPLAko?!" which humorously explores Filipino
school life, to poetry collections such as Jose Garcia Villa's
"Have Come, Am Here," showcasing avant-garde and
experimental poetry, NCR's literary landscape is multifaceted.
 Visayas, a collection of
jigsaw-shaped islands in
the heart of the
Philippines, is considered
the cradle of the country.
It consists of three regions:
Western Visayas (Region 6),
Central Visayas (Region 7),
and
Eastern Visayas (Region 8).
 Western Visayas (Region 6)
It is composed of six (6) provinces namely: Aklan,
Antique, Capiz, Iloilo, Guimaras, and Negros
Occidental.

The region‘s ethno-linguistic people are Panay-

Hiligaynons.

Kiniray-a or Hiraya is the mother language of West

Visayas.
 Western Visayas (Region 6)
Here are some of the literary forms found in Western
Visayas :
Myth : Tungkung Langita and Alunsina
Epic: Hinilawod
Forms: Bulong, Hurubaton, Huding, and other short verses
Folk Songs: Ambahanon, Komposo, Daigon
Passion and Praise: Dalit or Dayaw sa birhen, Dayaw sa
Musa
Riddles: Bugtong, Paktakon, Palagato
Poem: Ang Ermita sa Baryo (The Chapel in the Barrio)
 Central Visayas (Region 7)
Historical Sites and Tourist Spots
1. Bohol
Ø Chocolate Hills
Ø Sandugo Festival

2. Cebu
Ø Magellan’s Cross
Ø Sinulog Festival

3. Negros Oriental
Ø Kanlaon Volcano
Ø Buglasan Festival

4. Siquijor
Ø Solili Festival
 Central Visayas (Region 7)

Languages:
Cebuano, Boholano, and Hiligaynon

Famous Literary Forms:

Riddles, Folk Songs, and Poems
 Eastern Visayas (Region 6)
The region has six provinces, one independent city and one highly urbanized city
namely, Biliran, Leyte, Northern Samar, Samar, Eastern Samar, Southern Leyte, Ormoc
and Tacloban.

The literature of Easter Visayas refers to the literature written in Waray and Cebuano by
writers from the region.

WORKS
Poetic forms: Candu, haya, ambahan, canogon, bical, balac, siday, awit
Narrative forms: susumaton and posong.
An Kaadlawon
Eco de Samar y Leyte
An Lantawan
 Mindanao is the
southernmost and
second-largest island in
the Philippines.
 It is divided into six regions:

Zamboanga Peninsula (Region 9)

Northern Mindanao (Region 10) Davao
Region (Region 11) SOCCSKSARGEN
(Region 12) Caraga Region (Region 13)
Bangsamoro Autonomous Region in
Muslim Mindanao (BARMM).
Zamboanga Peninsula (Region 9)

The cities that make up the Zamboanga

Peninsula Region, also known as Region 9, are;
Isabela City, Dapitan City, Dipolog City,
Pagadian City, and Zamboanga City.

Zamboanga is known as Asia’s Latin City,

the Sardine Capital of the Philippines, and
the City of Flowers.
Zamboanga Peninsula (Region 9)

Traditional epic narratives like

"Darangen" among the Maranao
people and "Ulahingan" of the
Tagbanua showcase the rich
storytelling heritage in the region.
Northern Mindanao (Region 10)
It consists of 5 provinces namely;
Bukidnon, Camiguin, Misamis Occidental,
Misamis Oriental, and Lanao del Norte.

Like many Philippine regions, Northern

Mindanao has its own share of epic poetry.

The Higaonon people, an indigenous

group in Northern Mindanao, have a
vibrant tradition of oral literature.
Davao Region (Region 11)
This region consists of 5 provinces which
are; Davao de Oro, Davao del Norte,
Davao del Sur, Davao Oriental, and Davao
Occidental.

Davao Region is the most popular city in

Mindanao and the third largest city in the
Philippines.

Davao derived its name from the great

river, which the early Tagabawa tribe
called Dabu.
Davao Region (Region 11)
The Davao region speaks multiple dialects
such as; cebuano, tagalog, dabawenyo,
hiligaynon, bagobo, and etc.

Davao Region in the Philippines has a rich

literary tradition. One notable aspect is the
presence of indigenous literary forms like
the "sugidanon," which are oral narratives
passed down through generations.
 SOCCSKSARGEN (Region 12)

It is composed of 5 provinces namely: SOUTH COTABATO,

COTABATO, SULTAN KUDARAT, SARANGANI and
GENERAL SANTOS

"Tudbulul" of the T'boli people, are significant literary

contributions. The region's literature often reflects the cultural
diversity of its communities, incorporating elements from Lumad,
Moro, and Christian traditions.
 Caraga (Region 13)
The region is composed of five provinces:
Agusan del Norte, Agusan del Sur, Surigao del
Norte, Surigao del Sur and the Province of
Dinagat Islands.
Caraga Region's literature is also characterized
by the oral tradition of "ug-om," a form of
chanting or singing that narrates the
community's history, myths, and rituals.
Bangsamoro Autonomous Region in
Muslim Mindanao (BARMM)
It covers 5 provinces, namely, Basilan,
Lanao del Sur, Maguindanao, Sulu, and
Tawi‑Tawi.

The region's literature includes various

forms of oral poetry, such as the "Bayok"
and "Darangan," which convey moral
lessons and historical narratives.
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