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The Revitalization of Philippine Art and Culture in the Regions |
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Written by Nestor Horfilla
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Sunday, 12 August 2007 |
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Page 2 of 4 But the fact remains that there has been a continued deterioration and neglect of our cultural heritage sites. Even the conservation of our declared world heritage sites (e.g. Rice Terraces, Paoay Church, Protected landscapes and seascapes, etc.) is saddled by multifarious problems and limitations. Foremost is the low-level of awareness and appreciation as well as the limited concern, if not apathy, being exhibited by local communities in preservation and conservation efforts.
To elucidate this point, let me take you to a quick tour of the identified needs of the various historical sites located in the provinces and cities of Davao. This list is a sample list that could provide a glimpse on the state of neglect that communities and perhaps of the local government as well, have given to these landmarks. SAMPLE LIST OF CULTURAL SITES (LANDMARK AND PROPERTIES) and NATURAL PROTECTED AREAS in the Region: | LANDMARK | LOCATION | DESCRIPTION | NEEDS | | Caraga Church | Caraga, Dvo. Oriental | Oldest Church with 18th Century old Church bell | Restoration | | Digos Front | Digos, Davao Sur | The last stronghold during the Japanese Occupation | Marker and description of historical significance | | Lubo Landing | Sta. Cruz Davao Sur | Site where 1st Spanish ship landed (no marker made) | Marker and description | | Oyanguren's Landing Site | Mabini St., Davao City | Site where Don Jose Uyanguren landed in his mission of conquest | Restoration of Marker | | Fort of Davao | Trading Blvd. Davao City | Datu Bago's Kuta or Fortification which was demolished by Spanish troops in 1848 | Improvement and promotion of the site (even replication) | | Early Davao Settlement | Osmeña Park Davao City | Site of Christian settlement after the battle with Datu Bago and Uyanguren | Needs bigger and New Marker | | Memorial of Brave Son: Amado Generoso | Near Generoso Bridge, Davao City | Site of Longest fighting encounter between American and Japanese army (June 6, 1945); numerous tunnels were busted | Needs new and bigger marker | | Commemoration Marker | Park fronting City Hall, Davao City | Marks the commemoration of the 5th anniversary celebration of the City of Davao | Beautification and replacement of Marker | | NATURAL PARKS | LOCATION | DESCRIPTION of Protected Areas | NEEDS | | Mt. APO National Park | Cotabato, Davao Sur, Davao City | Highest peak with highest levels of bio-diversity and significant watershed | Review and implementation of Comprehensive Program in-situ | | Matutum Protected Area | South Cotabato | Critical Watershed and Protected Area for Bio-diversity conservation | Expansion of Agency complementation on current Conservation initiatives | | Mainit Falls | Compostela Valley | Locally delineated protected area | Local Program Implementation |
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