29 Questions
Which festival showcases the iconic product of Baguio, strawberries?
Adivay Festival
Which delicacy is a specialty of Abra that involves the process of 'pinikpikan'?
Sagket
Which province is known for the delicacy 'Etag'?
Mountain Province
What type of product is showcased in the Abrenian Kawayan Festival?
Bamboo products
During which festival is the Tingguian culture prominently celebrated?
Tingguian Festival
What is one of the recommended Pasalubong from the Cordillera Administrative Region?
Handmade Beads
Which region in the Philippines was established through Executive Order No. 220 in 1987?
Coldillera Administrative Region
Which province is the capital of Apayao in the Coldillera Administrative Region?
Kabugao
What is the major industry in Benguet province within the Coldillera Administrative Region?
Mining
How many towns and municipalities are there in Ifugao province within the Coldillera Administrative Region?
13
Which region is the only land-locked region of the Philippines?
Coldillera Administrative Region
How can one access the Cordillera Administrative Region by land?
MacArthur Highway or interconnected expressway system
What is the traditional council of elders in the Ibaloi community called?
Tongtong
Which industry positions the Benguet region as the highest contributor to the total gross value added of mining and quarrying in the country?
Mining
Which of the following is NOT a highlands vegetable commonly sourced from Cordillera?
Spinach
Apart from Filipino and English, which language is commonly spoken in the Cordillera region?
Kankanaey
What is the name of the historical and cultural attraction associated with Kalinga?
Hanging Coffins of Sagada
In which province can you find the Attraction and Activities related to 'KALINGA'?
Kalinga
Which accommodation falls under the Budget range (less than P1,500 per night)?
Zion Hotel
Which region exports around 300 varieties of upland rice to the USA and Japan?
Cordillera
Which natural attraction is known for its caves among the options provided?
Balanggan Cave
Which lodging falls under the category of 'Mid-Range' (P1,500 to P3,000 per night)?
Inn Rocino Hotel
Which hotel is categorized as High-End (at least P3,000 per night) based on the information provided?
Rylanyan Place
Which festival showcases the life and culture of kalings through traditional sports, crafts, and indigenous food?
Kalinga Matagoan Festival
Which indigenous group is known for the world-famous rice terraces in Mayaoyao and Banaue sculpted like giant steps?
Ifugao
In which festival can you witness tribal dances and songs as a celebration of the culture and tradition of Mountain Province?
Lang-ay Cultural Festival
Which Apayao generalized grouping inhabits the northern part of the Cordillera Mountains?
Kabygao
What is the main source of sustenance for the Ifugao, with wet rice cultivation in famous rice terraces and dry cultivation of other crops like sweet potato?
Agriculture
What signifies prestige in the elevation of a couple to the rank of kadangyan among the indigenous tribes?
A special bench
Study Notes
Cordillera Administrative Region (CAR)
- Established on July 15, 1987, through Executive Order No. 220 issued by President Corazon Aquino
- The only land-locked region of the Philippines
- Consists of six provinces: Abra, Apayao, Benguet, Ifugao, Kalinga, and Mountain Province
Provinces
Abra
- Capital: Bangued
- Land area: 416,525 hectares
- Major industries: Agriculture, cottage, bamboo, and rattan craft, weaving, embroidery
- No. of cities: 1
- No. of towns and municipalities: 27
Apayao
- Capital: Kabugao
- Land area: 441,335 hectares
- Major industries: Agriculture, furniture, garments, craft, food processing
- No. of cities: 7
- No. of towns and municipalities: 13
Benguet
- Capital: La Trinidad
- Land area: 282,659 hectares
- Major industries: Agriculture, tourism, livestock, woodcraft, loom weaving, mining
- No. of cities: 1
- No. of towns and municipalities: 13
Ifugao
- Capital: Lagawe
- Land area: 262,821 hectares
- Major industries: Agriculture, trading, manufacturing
- No. of cities: 11
- No. of towns and municipalities: 7
Kalinga
- Capital: Tabuk
- Land area: 323,125 hectares
- Major industries: Agriculture, trade, loom weaving, rattan, coffee processing
- No. of cities: 1
- No. of towns and municipalities: 7
Mountain Province
- Capital: Bontoc
- Land area: 215,735 hectares
- Major industries: Agriculture, furniture, bamboo and rattan craft, handcraft
- No. of cities: 10
- No. of towns and municipalities: _
Festivals and Special Events
Abra
- Abrenian Kawayan Festival (March 6-9)
- Arya Abra (March)
- Tingguian Festival (March)
Apayao
- Say-Am Festival (March)
Benguet
- Beguet Strawberry Festival (March 18-April 9)
- Adivay Festival (November)
Ifugao
- Ifugao Imbayah Festival (April)
Kalinga
- Gotad Ad Festival (June)
- Kalinga Matagoan Festival (June 16)
Mountain Province
- Lang-ay Cultural Festival (April 7)
- Ullalim Festival (February 13-16)
Cultural Groups
- Igorot (indigenous tribes)
- Other indigenous groups: Apayao, Ibaloi, Ifugao, Kalinga, Isneg, Bontoc, and many more
- Apayao: Kabygao, Mandaya, Tawit, Karawagan, and Talifugo
- Ifugao: world-famous for their rice terraces, especially in Mayaoyao and Banaue
Food and Delicacies
- Abra: Miki, Warekwarek, Imbaliktad, Lechon de Abra, Palileng, Lomo-lomo, Sinanglao, Abuos, Sinuman, Patupat, Cascaron, Pinikpikan, Sininggub, Sinursur, Pinaltit, Binungor, Sagket, Agurong, Benguet
- Ifugao: Dikit, Vah-vah, Galiw, Pinuneg, Pinikpikan, Chilokchok, Inihaw na Baboy, Ramo, Binungor, Inanchila, Pinikpikan
- Mountain Province: Etag, Sabusab, Tapuey, Pinuneg, Tsu-om/Duom, Cinafa’y, Feciat, Kinidlo’y, Makan
Recommended Pasalubong
- Cordillera Administrative Region: Organic Rice, Strawberries, Sundot Kulangot, Choco Flakes, Ube Crinkles, Peanut Brittle, Lengua de Gato, Ube or Strawberry Jams, Rice Wine, Good Shepherd Products, Kalinga Coffee, Handmade Beads, Handwoven Products, Bamboo Products, Wood and Stone Carvings
Languages and Dialects
- Filipino and English
- Ilocano, Kalinga, Ifugao, Iluko, Kankanga, and Ibaloi
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