Kadagatan Festival
Mercedes, Camarines Norte
Kadagatan Festival is located in Mercedes, Camarines Norte. It is a celebration of thanksgiving for the blessings and bounty during seafaring, fishing expedition and fish farming endeavors not just of the fishermen but the entire populace of the municipality. The festival recognizes Mother Nature for its gift of vast fishing resources, magnificent shorelines and other aquatic potentials.
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Kadagatan Festival News
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Kadagatan Festival Celebrate The Sea In Mercedes CamNorte
The word "Kadagatan" comes from "dagat," which means "ocean" in Filipino. The festival celebrates Mercedes' rich marine resources, and is a joyous supplicaiton for the continued prosperity of the town's fishermen.
The Kadagatan Festival is for adults, children, seniors, sports lovers, art enthusiasts, cultural admirers, environmental devotees, pageant fans ??" basically, everyone! A slew of exciting programs will take place during the festival.
The opening night will be celebrated with the Parade of Mascots.
A bunch of talented skimboarders from all over the Philippines will be compet ... -
Wondrous Waterworld
Two-thirds of Planet Earth is said to be composed of water, representing the world's oceans and other bodies of water. So when World Tourism Day was recently observed, its theme could be no other than this precious natural resource and element of tourism.
The Philippines has the unique distinction of being surrounded by bodies of water on all frontiers. An archipelago of about 7,107 islands, the country is endowed with a lush water world??"fine beaches, rich seas with lush marine life, enchanting waterfalls, meandering rivers, soothing springs and placid lakes.
One place which takes prid ... -
Kadagatan and Kayak Festival in Camarines Norte
The Kadagatan Festival in the town of Mercedes, Camarines Norte, Bicol is a celebration that gives thanks for the bountiful harvest of the sea. Locals pay tribute to Mother Nature for the blessings she has given with a weeklong series of events. Festivities include boat racing, street dancing, float parades, and various exhibitions. The mascot parade featuring fish and other marine creatures showcases the creativity of the locals.
In recent years, numerous water sports activities such as the Paraw Regatta, game fishing competitions, and kayaking events have been held as part of the festival ... -
Surf Kayaking Thrills Camarines Norte
The lowly "paraw" in the bustling fishing town of Mercedes in Camarines Norte has given way to the kayak.
Commonly used by poor fishermen in the seaside towns of Camarines Norte, the paraw is a 4-meter-long wooden boat with a paddle and sail. It is similar to the kayak in overall structure, but the latter is usually made of reinforced plastic.
The kayak has a dent or "cockpit" for the paddler and a covered deck that allow it to roll over the waves as a surfboard does. It is just the right vessel for a surf kayaking race in Mercedes on Aug. 7.
The race was the second leg of the annual ...