4TH PLACE : MUKYAT M·ALAYA

Mañalac, Peter Paul S., Manalang, Justine S., Ocampo, Realeen G.
Don Honorio Ventura State University

Mukyat M·Alaya /Muk-Yat Mi-Ala-Ya/

Mukyat, which translated into “to ascend” or “to climb”, sums up the spirit of discovery and ascension within the site. The goal is to make every visitor feel a one-of-its-kind park wherein you get to experience something they may never have experienced before.

M·Alaya, which takes the word Alaya or “east” in the Kapampangan language, and its association with Malaya or “freedom” in Filipino, lends depth to the story behind the park. The direction of Mount Arayat, eastward, is celebrated through design elements highlighting light, openness, and the beauty of beginnings.

PROJECT CONCEPT INSPIRATION

Sinukuan Festival: Sinukuan Festival is another term for Pampanga in terms of its cultural and religious activity that commemorates Saint Peter with street dances, parades, food shows, and local traditions with Kapampangan and Catholic influences to show the community’s heritage and unity.

Sabuaga Festival: “Sabuaga Festival” found in Guagua, Pampanga, celebrates agriculture and saba bananas through street dancing, parades, and cultural performances, giving light to local traditions about agriculture in the community.

Wood Carvings of Bacolor: Bacolor, Pampanga, is known for its elaborate woodcarvings on religious figures and decorative items. The craft passes through generations, meaning that this is the cultural heritage of the town in terms of artistry as well as part of local livelihoods and religious devotions.

Rice of Lubao: Lubao, Pampanga, is one of the country’s top rice-producing places. This is typified by wide rice fields and good agricultural conditions. Being a big player in the rice industry, not only in the regional aspect of livelihood but also nationally, Lubao holds an important part of the national supply of rice. With its rich farmlands, it has an important part in the region’s economy and national food security.