MANILA, Philippines – The silence and tranquility that Batanes is known for was broken momentarily when the Ivatans celebrated the 1st Vakul Kanayi Festival on Sabtang island from April 25 to 27.

the small island of Sabtang became the heart of fun in the entire Batanes isles as it celebrated the first Vakul-Kanayi Festival last April 25 to 27. Vakul is the quintessential headgear worn by ...

The people of Batanes also made headgear suitable for their environment. Called vakul, the traditional headdress of Ivatan women, serves as protection from the hot weather. "Kailangan ito kasi ...

An elderly local woman wearing a vakul. All photos by Marky Ramone Go Witnessing these cultures and traditions still intact made our trip to Chavayan the highlight of our second day in Batanes.

The people of Batanes also made headgear suitable for their environment. Called vakul, the traditional headdress of Ivatan women, serves as protection from the hot weather. "Kailangan ito kasi mainit ...