The Last Tattoo Tribes in the Mountains (Bukidnon Philippines)

Bukidnon is a province in the Philippines located in Mindanao that is home to most beautiful mountains in the country. We talked to Piper Abas, a tattoo researcher who shared his knowledge with us about the various tribes in the area and their indigenous tattooing traditions.

In this video, we got a glimpse into the sacred rituals that have been practiced for generations by the tribal elders and how tattoos play an important role in preserving their heritage.

Special thanks to:
Piper Abas
Datu Malipayon Abundio Indagnay
Datu Malugdang Indagnay Gabao
Datu Manguglungay Laku Pal-usan
Bae Elsa Indagnay
Bae Juliana Binaug
Juvy Anne Indagnay
Michaelangelo “Datu Panlantuyan” Mendio
Datu Bong Balaguise
Datu Migel Bago
Bae Pilansa Sibugan
Bae Ahonay Sibugan
Bae Zenaida Unlaray
Additional file photos: Tomas of Proud Lumad

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