The Vintage Jeepneys of Iloilo

by: Mikka Ella B. Perlas

Ilonggos are, by nature, artistic. They have shown this by the way they live, build their houses and produce their crafts and products.

I’m writing about the artistic jeepneys of Molo City High and SM City Proper. This topic was initially assigned to me but as I began to research on it, my attraction for the jeepneys grew. I began to see this piece of art in a different way. Its unique design and practical use as transport for Ilonggos make it a part of our everyday lives. Compared to other jeepneys, it is shorter in length. The stainless steel embossments prevail in these types of jeepneys. It is diverse from other forms of jeepneys because its ornaments are intricately done manually.

How did this icon start in the first place? How did the Ilonggos add to its distinct beauty? What are its chances of survival for the future considering the present trend of modernity and advances in technology?......

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Title: Vintage Jeepneys Of Iloilo
Approximate Word Count: 1616
Approximate Pages: 7 (250 words per double-spaced page)

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