"We are once again opening our gates to the whole world. Like every year, we are showcasing our rich history and colorful traditions. But most of all, we would like everyone to experience, first-hand, the warm hospitality of Taguigeños,"
Mayor Lani Cayetano
Every year, Barangay Sta. Ana celebrates the feast of Sta. Anang Banak as their way of expressing their deepest gratitude for another prosperous and bounteous year. It was believed that the festival originated from a legend in July 1857 when the citizens of the land then known as "Taga-giik" were said to have been saved by St. Anne who allured them into a river overflowing with banak fishes.
Taguig City showcased the colorful, four-centuries-old tradition on the Feast of Sta. Ana with 10-day festivities, as a part of an annual observance of a tradition that is both culturally-rich and spiritually nourishing, highlighted by a kaleidoscopic street dancing competition affiliated by public and private high schools in Taguig in honor to the patroness St. Anne last July 24, 2013.
There were 21 participants who took part in the grand street dancing competition and Upper Bicutan National High School was a partaker. The contestants, who came at 6AM along with their impressive props and fancy costumes, were associated with the SSG UBNHS and CAT officers.
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| UBNHS' representatives preparing before the parade |
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Introducing their performance at Taguig City Hall
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Showcasing their parade dance on their way to St. Anne Parish
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| Exhibiting liveliness for the final performance at St. Anne and garnering the 5th place for the Banak Festival Street Dance Competition |
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