CITY OF MALOLOS – In its continued pursuit of preserving, promoting, and institutionalizing the province’s rich cultural heritage, the Provincial Government of Bulacan, through its Provincial History, Arts, Culture and Tourism Office (PHACTO), has been recognized as 1 st runner-up for Best
Institutionalized Program for Culture and the Arts at the 2026 ATOP National Tourism Pearl Awards held on October 21, 2026, coinciding with the annual the ATOP National Convention in Ormoc City, Leyte.
The award recognizes Pass-yal Pamana: Bulacan Pamana Pass, a cultural heritage initiative that serves as a “passport” for participants, including non-Bulakenyos, to discover and appreciate the province’s rich history and cultural heritage.
With this initiative, participants were given chance to visit and discover Bulacan’s heritage sites, museums, and historical landmarks through educational tours organized by PHACTO’s History and Heritage Division, enriching their knowledge of the province’s history, foster a deeper appreciation of its
cultural identity, and encourage the preservation of Bulacan’s rich heritage for generations to come.
In a Facebook post, PHACTO OIC-Department Head Limuel Jan J. Lobederio extended his heartfelt appreciation to the city and municipal tourism officers, the National Historical Commission of the Philippines, academic and religious institutions, cultural workers, tour guides, and tourism-related
enterprises, emphasizing that the recognition is a shared achievement, dedicated to everyone who remains committed to preserving, celebrating, and promoting Bulacan’s rich cultural heritage.
The three-day ATOP National Convention, held from October 20 to 22, 2026, brought together tourism leaders and industry stakeholders to foster knowledge-sharing, strengthen collaboration, and explore emerging trends, innovations, and new opportunities in Philippine tourism, including the growing
potential of sports tourism.
