CULTURAL LEGACY. The "Banga sa Bulua" landmark greets travelers along the highway in Barangay Bulua, Cagayan de Oro City. Once a thriving industry, the city's traditional pottery trade, known as "kolon," is set to be revitalized alongside traditional weaving as part of efforts to boost local tourism. (Image courtesy of Google Maps)
CAGAYAN DE ORO CITY – The city government plans to revitalize its traditional pottery and weaving industries as part of a broader effort to promote local tourism and trade, an official said Monday.
Second District Councilor Joyleen Balaba said in an interview that the city council is collaborating to revive the pottery trade, locally known as "kolon," and position it as a unique city identity with export potential.
"We're working with Councilor Jay Pascual to ensure that future generations benefit from this craft," Balaba said.
For over three decades, Barangay Bulua in this city was a hub for pottery production, sourcing clay from within the community. The barangay even hosted the "Kolon Festival," which was discontinued in 2018 due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
Balaba also said the city is gathering more data on traditional weaving practices, especially in rural barangays with Indigenous communities. (with a report from Ercel Maandig/PNA)
