YAKAN WEAVER VILLAGE

The Yakans, originally from the island of Basilan, are considered the finest weavers in the country. A week is the average time it takes to weave a square meter of fabric by hand. Here, you can meet them, learn more about their techniques and judge their ease at the task. This type of handicraft is very expensive in the rest of the country, so it's a good opportunity to shop around. Other traditional items for sale include bronze gongs and woven gadgets.