WV to present 'Kabugana-an' in Intramuros

This coming June 14 – 28, 2005 Region VI Western Visayas will again color the History Town of Intramuros with its Kabugana-an – Western Visayas' wealth of wonders. “Kabugana-an sang Western Visayas” is a regional showcase of festivals, products and services and cultural uniqueness of Region VI which exemplifies the cooperation between the Department of Tourism on the one hand and the Local Government Units (LGUs) and the private sector on the other hand.

The event will have a Soft Opening at 5:00 PM of June 15 which will be highlighted with a destination showcase, craft demo, product selling and cultural shows. The Grand Opening is scheduled on June 18 at 5:00 PM which will be graced by the presence of no other than DOT Secretary Joseph H. Durano, Senate President Franklin Drilon and Senator Miriam Defensor-Santiago. The Grand Opening Program will bring to light the region's famous festivals and cultural performances and will be ended up by a cocktail party at the Ruins of San Ignacio. The celebration will continue with the famous Boracay Nightlife.

The Region VI Best of the Region showcase will continue until the 28th day of June. Everyone is invited to join and savor the taste of Iloilo, Guimaras, Antique, Aklan, Capiz and Negros Occidental as we bring once again the best of Western Visayas in Intramuros, Manila.

“Dayon Kamo!”