Singkaban a bamboo art

 


“Singkaban”, A Filipino word for decorated bamboo arch, is used as a welcome signage of a town, city or village in the country. It is widely used as decoration during town fiestas in Bulacan.

A fairly new type of Philippine folk art, Singkaban is the art of shaving bamboo into artful creations that can be used as decor for arches or for special occasions and even at home. Skilled craftsmen patiently shave off the bamboo, layer by layer, to create curls and delicate twirls of a thin bamboo.

The Province of Bulacan has many significant role in the Philippines history. Malolos in particular is known as the cradle of the first constitution of the Philippines and in Asia, where the Philippine Republic was adapted. The place where the famous Barasoain Church is located.
Bulacan, aside of rich in history and home town of many revolutionary heroes. No wonder that numerous religious and civil festivities are celebrated annually. Singkaban is the mother of all festivals in Bulacan.

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