The Role of Cockfighting in Tourism

Many people don’t understand what is all about cockfighting. For them, this is just a gamble and a brutal sport. They don’t understand that this is a billion industry because it serves as a livelihood to thousands of Filipino people. On the other hand, we can consider this also as an attraction to the tourist. Why not? There are thousands of cockpit arena that they could attend. There are a lot of big derbies in our countries such Candelaria Derby,World Slasher Cup, Bakbakan, etc. Foreigners wants to participate or just watch to that big events.

Cockers Inn: Accommodation for Cockfighting Aficionados?

            There’s a lodging inn called Cockers Inn that you will find in Rosales, Pangasinan. It is only along the highway and beside of SM Mall. The name speaks itself that this is dedicated for the cockfighters. Plus it has a logo of a rooster. So, you would know quickly that cockers are very welcome to check in here.

Laguna: Home of Cockers and Breeders

            Laguna is one of the best places in the Philippines. If you say Laguna, maybe the thing that comes first to your mind is Pangasajan Falls or this is the birth place of Dr. Jose Rizal. Beside that, they are known for their hot springs. As a matter of fact, there are many resorts here. They have also a delicious buko pie and some native products. Not only that, if you’re a certified cocker, you also knew that many farms built here. The farm owner chose Laguna because the place is very suitable for chicken breeding. The atmosphere is refreshing although this is not a mountainous area compared to Bacolod.

Bacolod City the Gamefowl Center of the Philippines

                Bacolod in Negros Occidental is known as the City of Smile and for their Masskara Festival. They are also popular because of their delicious chicken inasal or grilled chicken and with their sweet delicacies. Aside from these, they are also known as the home of talented gamefowl breeders. From now and then, their good reputation would never change. When you say Bacolod, the initial reaction of any Pinoy cockers is very positive. They know that chickens from Bacolod are really good. Having a good environment is a major factor why their chickens are strong and healthy. Many farms in Bacolod are located in high areas. So, the weather there is so different compared to the farms located in low areas.

Philippines:Cockfighting Capital of the World

                No other country in the world like Philippines where you can’t count how many cockers living here. Cockfighting had been a tradition before the Spaniard came to the shore. Wherever you go you will find gamefowl chickens. Even the poorest person in the neighborhood is raising chicken. They are very proud to be a cocker even they had a lack of money to sustain their hobby. Once you’re a cocker you’ll always a cocker what matter your situation in life.