Located on the west coast of Panay Island, the province of Antique is mostly known for its natural attractions, including white beaches, islands, diving spots, waterfalls, and mountains. Thanks to its unique geography, it has been known as the province where the mountains meet the sea.
Antique, officially the Province of Antique ([ɐnˈtike]; Kinaray-a: Kapuoran kang Antique; Hiligaynon: Kapuoran sang Antique; Tagalog: Lalawigan ng Antique), is a province in the Philippines located in the Western Visayas region. Its capital is San Jose de Buenavista, the most populous town in Antique. The province is situated in the western section of Panay Island and borders Aklan, Capiz and Iloilo to the east, while facing the Sulu Sea to the west.
The province is home to the indigenous Iraynun-Bukidnon, speakers of a dialect of the Kinaray-a language, who have crafted the only rice terrace clusters in the Visayas through indigenous knowledge and sheer vernacular capabilities. The rice terraces of the Iraynun-Bukidnon are divided into four terraced fields, namely, General Fullon rice terraces, Lublub rice terraces, Bakiang rice terraces, and San Agustin rice terraces. All of the rice terrace clusters have been researched by the National Commission for Culture and the Arts and various scholars from the University of the Philippines.
BUGANG-MALUMPATI RIVER (PANDAN)
Take a dip into the cool, fresh, and clean waters of Bugang River. Enjoy nature x culture x adventure trip in one of the country’s cleanest river; it is a perfect place for those who enjoy solitude or for those who just want to be one with nature.
