Methodology

The team conducted an intensive research on the history of the “Bahugbahug” or Kadaugan sa Mactan (Victory at Mactan) and the different priciples behind the festival in line with Datu Lapu-Lapu's victory. The group gathered informations from existing publications and related articles about the festival, and the persons behind the annual “Bahugbahug” Festival. The group also conducted interviews with various Oponganons who have lived to see the annual festival for a couple of years already.