The project aims to “enhance appreciation of the inherent greatness of the Filipino people and give new meaning to old places by re-contextualizing them in the life or event of an icon,” the Tourism department said in a statement.
Tourism Secretary Ramon Jimenez, Jr. also highlighted that the contest is a means by which the DOT can reach a wider audiences. “One of our advocacies is to raise public awareness on the importance of safeguarding our cultural heritage and rekindle the Filipino spirit through the lessons of history,” he said in a statement.
“We hope that this project will engage the youth to be informed of their history, instill pride in cultural heritage, develop love of country, and bring more fun and excitement to travel in the Philippines,”
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