Paraw Regatta 2008

Posted by Marcos C.

The Paraw regatta is a race among seafarers on colorful sailboats called Paraws in the straits between Guimaras Island and the city of Iloilo. The present-day paraw managed to maintain its original design from the sailboats of the first settlers from Borneo who were in search of a peaceful home in 1212 A.D. Surviving centuries, the paraws have become a vital part of the Filipino seafaring life.

The event is slated on February 17, 2008 in Villa Beach. The race starts in the morning.

To view pictures of the Paraw Regatta Festival 2007, click here

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Marcos C. posted this article on January 19, 2008; 1:51 am. This article has had 383 views and 1 comments.
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Fun things to do for the summer | Explore Iloiloon 23 Apr 2008 at 7:30 pm 1

[…] If you can’t spare to spend a night or the whole day just to be in the white sand beaches, there are also nice grey sand beaches in Iloilo’s Southern coast that are within 30 minutes to a few hours from Iloilo City. Smkimboarding during the Paraw Regatta Festival […]
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