Kalibo, AKlan – This premiere town’s Ati-atihan Festival, observed in the week of January every year, is considered as the mother of all Philippine Fiestas.
Its 2011 edition is all set to present a weeklong spectacular show this week until its culmination on January 16.
Kalibo Mayor William S. Lachica as announced that preparation are all set for the spectacular Kalibo Ati-atihan 2011.
Lachica said the success of this year’s Ati-atihan has been assured with the active cooperation of various organizations, particularly the Kasafi Foundation, cultural and civic organizations, the business sector, Sto. Niño religious groups, and the municipal and barangay (village) officials.
“It is heartening to note that the whole capital town’s people are enthusiastically setting up preparations to welcome guests and tourists,” the new Kalibo Mayor said.
Kalibo Vice Mayor Madeline Ang Regalado disclosed that officials and members of the Kalibo Sanguniang Bayan (SB) are mobilizing all efforts to insure the success of the 2011 Kalibo Ati-atihan .
Among those expected to attend the weeklong festivities during the Kalibo Ati-atihan are members of different Aklan associations throughout the United States (US), Canada, Europe, The Middle East, and other countries, diplomat and cultural attaches of embassies, consulates and delegates from the different countries, journalists from various parts of the country and special guests of some Aklanons.
Dedicated to the Sto. Niño (Infant Jesus), who is known to generously bless His devotees with good health and prosperity, the 2011 Kalibo Atyi-atihan will feature parade of different tribal contingents with amazing colorful costumes.
Organized groups participating the Ati-atihan received substantial awards of recognitions and cash prizes for winning its contests.
Juliuet T. Melgarejo, acting head of the Municipal Economic Enterprises and Development Office (MEDO), under which the local tourism operates, said this town is leaving no stone unturned to insure the success of the Ati-atihan which will redound to the economic, social and cultural enhancement of His town in particular and Aklan and its people as well.
Aklan Gov. Carlito S. Marquez, for his part, has been mobilizing the resources of his office and the provincial government and has initiated the installation of lighting facilities and other needed modern amenities in this capital town to ensure the success of its 2011 Ati-atihan. (PNA)/TE
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