The word IMPAKABSAT coined its name from the region’s six provinces, namely, Ifugao, Mountain Province, Abra, Kalinga, Apayao, Benguet, and the city of Baguio. Completed with the Ilocano word “kabsat” which means brother or sister—IMPAKABSAT is a perfect showcase of the Cordilleran camaraderie and culture.
It was conceptualized a year after the 1990 “Killer Earthquake” that left the City of Baguio and other provinces in the region in shambles. The first run of the IMPAKABSAT served as a platform and opportunity for our kakailyans to recover and restart again after the calamity.
It became an annual celebration of only the best products from the Cordilleras.
As the years went by, the project evolved from a mere trade fair to a celebration and exposition of upland culture as well as tourism and investment potential of the region. It has turned into a hallmark of the indigenous manufacturing industry.
With the tagline, “Only the Best from the Cordilleras”, the trade fair showcases premium items from 90 exhibitors from the region. From ethnic novelty items, gifts, house wares, food items, hand woven products, bamboo crafts, furniture, and collectible antiques, the trade show gives you an image of the Cordillera scenery, tradition, and culture. The trade fair showcases the ingenious and innovative products that are distinct only in the mountains of Cordillera.
0917 597 3067
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DTI-CAR Regional Office,
2nd Floor Pine Lake View Building,
9 Otek Street, corner Rizal Park,
Salvosa Drive, Baguio City
