List of Bohol provincial symbols explained

The following is a list of symbols of Bohol province, Philippines.

Provincial symbols

TypeSymbolImageNotes
Hymn"Awit sa Bohol"
"Bohol Hymn"
The hymn was originally composed and written in English by Justino R. Romea. A Cebuano version of the hymn exists entitled "Awit sa Bohol" which was translated by Maxelende Ganade.[1]
FlagProvincial Flag of Bohol
BirdBlack-naped oriole
Oriolus chinensis
Locally known as the Antolihaw or Dimodlaw
TreeMolave
Vitex parviflora
FruitBohol Mango
Mangifera indica
PlantUbi kinampay
Dioscorea alata
Featured in the Ubi Festival which is held in January annually.
FlowerWhite gumamela
Hibiscus rosa-sinensis
The flower represents the innocenece and naturalness of the residents of Bohol. Hospitality is represented by the flower's long bowing styles. The tender structure with pollens symbolizes the residents' simple preferences and modest necessities. The petals, which have a greenish hue and are closely knitted, symbolize the loyalty and constancy of the residents of Bohol in both good and bad times.
HeroFrancisco DagohoyAlso known as Francisco Sendrijas, the individual led one of the most longest revolts during the Spanish colonization period, the Dagohoy Rebellion.
DanceKuratsa Boholana

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Notes and References

  1. Web site: Provincial Symbols of Bohol . Bohol . 17 May 2002 . 8 December 2006.