BAGUIO CITY – The Filipino-Chinese community here unveiled the first Chinoy mural on Kisad Road, this city, on Wednesday, May 22.
A FILIPINO-CHINESE mural was unveiled in Baguio City on Wednesday, May 22. (Zaldy Comanda)
The mural is 200 feet long and 14 feet high and was painted for a month by well-known and talented artists led by Chino Chow of the Baguio Chinese-Filipino Youth Inc.
Peter Ng of the BFCC Executive Committee said the mural shows the culture of Filipinos, particularly in the Cordillera, and the Chinese and their ancestors.
Ng said the mural is a tribute to the city's creative efforts as well as a depiction of the rich heritage of the two cultures.
"This mural symbolizes the rich relationship between the city and the Baguio Filipino-Chinese community and in support of the promotion of tourism towards the prosperous economy of each," said Ng.
Chow said the artwork which is now a tourist sttraction here serves as a living testament to the deep connection between the two cultures, celebrating shared traditions, customs, and values.
He said at the heart of this mural lies a captivating story, a story that transcends borders and binds the two people in admiration.
"Imagine a scene where the graceful movements of a Chinese opera actress and the powerful steps of an actor captivate the audience with their timeless performance, weaving stories of love, honor, and resilience."
“This Chinoy mural painting is more than a work of art. It is a testament to the eternal bond between our two cultures, a reminder of the beauty that appears to come together in harmony and mutual respect," Chow said.
Councilor Leandro Yangot Jr. here thanked the Filipino-Chinese community for supporting city government projects and programs. "It can be seen in this mural that everyone has a good relationship, which shows unity and recognition of culture and tradition.”