Posted to Kalinaw News (Dec 9, 2021): Army reservist 2Lt Ronnie Liang reaches new heights, sees traditional culture, and tastes traditional dishes in Sulu
Fort Bonifacio, Metro Manila – On September 17-20, 2021 Army Reservist, 2Lt Ronnie Liang continued his adventures in the continuation of “Sa Sulu Peacesible ang Kapayapaan.” Now on its third episode, he explored the fascinating Bud Tukay and the indigenous dance culture of Sulu.
Bud Tukay, located in Parang, said to be the home of the fierce Tausug fighters who shed their blood to defend their land from both Japanese and American soldiers. “It was a thrilling experience to climb the mountain and marvel at the view from the top of Bud Tukay of the homeland they loved,” said Liang. “Also known as Mt. Talipao, the mountain believed to be the House of Martyrs.”
Liang also marveled at the traditional dances that has been inherited from their ancestors and passed down from generations as performed by the Mindanao State University-Sulu Performing Artists. Male and female dancers showcased the “Pangalay”, a folk dance of the Tausugs that features spectacular movements of the fingers, hands, arms, head, hips to mimic flying birds, fishermen, weaving, and other activities of the community. Other traditional dances from Sulu are the “Linggisan,” a courtship dance, and “Kuntaw,” a martial arts dance performed by a group of men.
Liang also enjoyed Lupah Sug cuisine. Lupah Sug, a predecessor state that came before the establishment of Sultanate of Sulu and he found the delicacies truly appetizing and delicious. Lupah Sug dishes have been hailed as some of the best of Halal Muslim Filipino dishes.
Behind the festivities, Liang acknowledged the sacrifice of the soldiers of the 45th Infantry Battalion in constructing an important road for the people of Brgy Sandah in Patikul. The formerly rough, muddy, uneven paths to the village are now well traversed by the people who have happily returned to their homes after being internally displaced due to conflicts and fighting in the past. This road was named Gallant Road in recognition of the service rendered by soldiers.
“Through unity, it is hoped that this kind of peaceful environment will continue to flourish and move towards peace and development here in Sulu,” Liang said.
The third episode of Troppa’s “Sa Sulu Peacesible ang Kapayapaan” is now streaming at Kalinaw News YouTube Channel. The Troppa Series of the Civil-Military Operations Regiment, Kalinaw News in partnership with the 15th Civil- Military Operations Battalion of the 11th Infantry Division, Philippine Army and the Sulu LGU.
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