via Philippine Information Agency, 13 March 2024: The National Commission on Culture and the Arts (NCCA) has officially registered six cultural properties in Kalinga, Philippines, highlighting their historical and cultural significance. These include landmarks like the ‘white carabao’ monument and the Balbalasang-Balbalan National Park, among others.
The National Commission on Culture and the Arts (NCCA) has approved the registration of six places and structures in Kalinga to the Philippine Registry of Cultural Property (PRECUP).
The PRECUP is the repository of information on all cultural properties in the country that are deemed of significant importance to cultural heritage.
The NCCA considered the six cultural properties to be significant to Kalinga’s heritage owing to their cultural and historical value.
With this designation, the properties are protected by law against modifications or demolitions, said provincial tourism officer Lorraine Ngao-i.
Source: PIA – NCCA approves registration of 6 cultural properties in Kalinga
