Kalinga, a landlocked province, is located at the central western part of the Cordillera Region. It is bounded by Apayao on the north, Cagayan and Isabela on the east, Mountain Province on the south, and Abra on the west. A glance on the map reveals a likeness of the physiography of Kalinga to the bust of a man akin to former president Ferdinand Marcos.
“Kalinga” is derived from the Ibanag and Gaddang word that means “fighter” or “headhunter,” a product of the time when headhunting was a prevalent practice to prove bravery and prowess. With no ethnic basis, the name is considered as a misnomer; yet, the term became the official ethnic name accepted even by the Kalinga natives themselves.
During the short-lived Philippine Republic, President Emilio Aguinaldo pushed to the north in his vain attempt to elude his American pursuers. He established his headquarters at Lubuagan (Kalinga) on March 18, 1900 and stayed there for 35 days until he was forced out upon learning that his pursuers were sighted at Mabongtot.
With the creation of (old) Mountain Province 1n 1808, Kalinga became one of its seven sub-provinces. The signing into law of Republic Act No. 4695 – the Division Law of Mountain Province – on June 18, 1966 divided the old Mountain Province into four provinces. The sub-provinces of Kalinga and Apayao were merged to form a single province, Kalinga-Apayao. On February 14, 1995, Republic Act No. 7878 converted Kalinga-Apayao into two regular provinces namely: Kalinga and Apayao.
Kalinga is fast emerging as the “Land of the Living Waters.” Kalinga’s Chico river was recently declared as the White Water Rafting Capital of the North Philippines.
Inhabitants:
Divided into 36 different tribal groupings, Kalinga form the largest ethnolinguistic group in the province. Culturally, the Kalinga people is divided into southern and northern groups – considered as the most heavily ornamented, most colorful and gaudily attired of all the ethnic groups of Northern Luzon
The Kalinga people identify strongly with his tribe. This strong tribal identification resulted to frequent bloody conflicts in the past with other tribes of KalingaProvince and neighboring provinces. “Bodong” or peace pact is used to minimize traditional warfare and headhunting as well as maintenance and reinforcement of social ties. Recently, the concept of “Bodong” was expanded into a multi-lateral peace pact and provides a means in strengthening unity in the entire cordillera region.
Dialect:
The people of Kalinga spoke one dialect, kalinga or kinnalinga.
Ilokano is the dominant dialect spoken in the lower parts of Kalinga, specifically in the municipalities of Tabuk and Rizal.
Kalinga, land of my forebears history
cradles a people known for their bravery
whose diverse culture bewildered many
To come and behold her distinct ingenuity
A-bove its mystic hills and verdant valleys
abound a beauty with natures tapestry
where one could enjoy serene beauty
of a land engulfed in a world of fantasy.
L-and known as the prince of the country
With its rich culture defining history
that for centuries withstand modernity
to safeguard its dignity from any tyranny.
I-n this land sprung many native industry
showcasing craft and skill of ingenuity
of people nurtured with great diversity
of rich traditions unchanged by history.
N-o other land in the region you can see
A woman's beauty engraved on a mountain
known by many as a legend of mystery
That even now clings in the folks' memory.
G-od bless this land with wide verdant plains
Where native red rice...
how do i get to brgy.buscalan simlayan....reason y i will go der is bcause i wanna get a totoo from a native tribe der pls do help me to get der....its my passion...
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Kalinga is trully beautiful and is a great place. People are just affraid to see it bacause of it's description of the people.. If only they can visit the towering mountains, vast ricefields, simple and free life in Kalinga
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Lake Bulalakaw along Ballay-Tawangan stretch, Kabayan, Benguet (by Ronnie Calugay)
A crypt inside Dumanay cave, Pungayan, Kapangan (by Glo A. Tuazon)
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Sagada, Mt. Province (by Glo A. Tuazon)
Sadsadan morning view, Bauko Mt. Province
Sagada Cave, Sagada, Mt. Province (by Gordon P.)
the green houses of Atok, Benguet (by: Glo A. Tuazon)
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BY: MELVIN BANGGOLLAY
Tabuk, Kalinga, Philippines
Kalinga, land of my forebears history
cradles a people known for their bravery
whose diverse culture bewildered many
To come and behold her distinct ingenuity
A-bove its mystic hills and verdant valleys
abound a beauty with natures tapestry
where one could enjoy serene beauty
of a land engulfed in a world of fantasy.
L-and known as the prince of the country
With its rich culture defining history
that for centuries withstand modernity
to safeguard its dignity from any tyranny.
I-n this land sprung many native industry
showcasing craft and skill of ingenuity
of people nurtured with great diversity
of rich traditions unchanged by history.
N-o other land in the region you can see
A woman's beauty engraved on a mountain
known by many as a legend of mystery
That even now clings in the folks' memory.
G-od bless this land with wide verdant plains
Where native red rice...