Arts and Crafts in Bohol Island Philippines

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The quintessential Bohol experience means a convergence with the local culture-be it in listening
to a world-renown choir, dancing to the music of an old folk's guitar or taking home a piece of
Local ingenuity in a handcrafted product.

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Music flourish in many Bohol towns and particularly in Loboc, it is a way of life. The home-grown Loboc Children's Choir has bagged prestigious awards in Philippine choral competitions and international music festivals and has succesful concerts in many countries.

                                                LOBOC CHILDREN CHOIR

Continuing the tradition of the town's brass bands, the Loboc Youth Band is an orchestra with well-acclaimed concerts here and abroad.
                                                    LOBOC YOUTH BAND

The Dimiao Children's Rondalla has won in national music competitions while the Alicia Musika Kawayan
is an impressive bamboo orchestra.

                                                   CHILDREN RONDALLA

The Diwanag Dance Theatre and the Lunsoranon Performing Arts are prolific performing groups.

In many towns, artistic expression is communal. In Antequera, weavers abound and their baskets are
sought-after for export.Inabanga is among the country's best in One Town, One Product (OTOP).
Their OTOP Center displays an amazing array of raffia-based crafts.

                                                          PRODUCT (OTOP)

The Tubigon Loom Weaving Center has become a tour stop where visitors witness actual loom weaving.

                                                    LOOM WEAVING

Centuries-old crafts are kept alive in many villages- bolo-making in Loay,

                                                  BOLO MAKING

broom-making and pottery in Albur;

jewelry-making in Dauis;

furniture-making in Loboc;  and wood carving in Antequera.

Amarela Resort in Panglao showcases the unique craftsmanship of Boholano woodworkers and local artists.

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