Symbols of Bohol
Bohol is an island in the Philippines. The inhabitants there use a variety of different symbols to identify themselves.
Provincial hymn
The "Awit sa Bohol", or "Bohol Hymn" is the official hymn of the province of Bohol. The lyrics and music were written by Justino Romea,[1] and arranged by Maxelende Ganade. The original lyrics are in English, but a translated Boholano version also exists. The Cebuano translation is credited to Ganade.[1] During every program, or gathering, the Boholanos sing the Bohol Hymn after the Philippine National Anthem.
It has been said that it is "No wonder...the province even has its own provincial anthem".[1]
Bohol flag
The official flag of the province of Bohol also has symbolism. The blue symbolises nobility, the white purity, and the red courage. The bolos are there to commemorate the Tamblot and Dagohoy rebellions. The two arms in the center stand for the Blood Compact between Datu Sikatuna and Miguel López de Legazpi. Behind are the Chocolate Hills. The star commemorates Carlos P. Garcia.[1]
Provincial bird
The provincial bird is the black-naped oriole, (Oriolus chinensis), known as antolihaw or dimodlaw.[1]
Provincial tree
The molave (Vitex parviflora) is the provincial tree.[1]
Provincial fruit
The provincial fruit is the Bohol mangga, or mango, (Mangifera indica Linnaeus).[1]
Provincial plant
The ubi kinampay is a root vegetable which is utilised as the provincial plant; the annual Ubi Festival is celebrated in January.[1]
Provincial flower
The white gumamela (Hibiscus rosa-sinensis) is the provincial flower.[1]
Provincial hero
The provincial hero is Francisco Sendrijas, known popularly as 'Francisco Dagohoy' or 'Dagohoy'. He led the Dagohoy Rebellion.[1]
Provincial dance
The provincial dance is the Kuratsa Boholana.[1]