creatures of the A Journey to Philippines the Legends reflect a rich and Myths of cultural tradition the and a deep respect P ilippine for the natural Archipelago world and the supernatural. Each of these legends has its own meanings and teachings.
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Tomas Roja Renato Cabrera Mateo Olivares SU LOGOTIPO 1. Aswang 2. Kapre 3. Tikbalang Description: The Kapre is an arbo- Description: The Tikbalang is a Description: It is described as a real giant that lives in the large being with a human body and a nocturnal being that can change trees of the Philippine jungles. He horse's head. He is known for his shape and feeds on human blood or is said to be friendly but abilities to disorient travelers and flesh, often fetuses or children. mischievous. lead them down wrong paths. Appearance: Commonly depicted Appearance: He is described as a Appearance: He has the body of a with a human appearance during tall, hairy man who smokes a large tall, thin man, but with the head the day and a monstrous form at cigar. His skin is dark and he has and legs of a horse. night. an imposing appearance. Legend: They are famous for their Legend: The Aswang is believed to Legend: Although the Kapre is not ability to fool people, especially in be an ordinary person during the usually dangerous, it is believed to the dark or on lonely roads. day, but transforms into a mons- play practical jokes on travelers Means of Protection: Wearing an trous being at nightfall to hunt and hide in trees, causing people to amulet made of horse hair or wea- its victims. get lost. ring a piece of clothing inside out is Means of Protection: Offering to- believed to protect against Tikba- Means of Protection: People often bacco as an offering can appease lang. wear amulets, make noise or wear the Kapre. It is also recommended garlic cloves to protect themsel- not to ignore their presence and ves from Aswang. maintain a respectful attitude.
