Antique, Province in Panay Island, Philippines
The province of Antique stretches along the western coast of Panay Island, bordered by the Sulu Sea and the provinces of Aklan and Iloilo.
Spanish authorities established Antique as a separate administrative region from Cebu Province during the colonial period, marking the beginning of its provincial status.
The Binirayan Festival marks the arrival of Malay settlers through performances featuring traditional music, regional dances, and local food specialties.
The San Jose de Buenavista Airport connects Antique to Manila, while buses and jeepneys provide transportation between municipalities throughout the province.
Local fishermen in Antique practice krill fishing at night using lights to attract the small crustaceans, maintaining this traditional method across generations.
Location: Western Visayas
Inception: 1780
Capital city: San Jose de Buenavista
Part of: Western Visayas
Shares border with: Palawan, Aklan, Iloilo, Capiz
Phone: +63(916)1390784
Email: antique.pio@gmail.com
Website: https://antique.gov.ph
GPS coordinates: 11.16667,122.08333
Latest update: May 30, 2025 06:32
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