Madja-as was a legendary precolonial confederacy on the island of Panay in the Philippines. It was mentioned in Pedro Monteclaro's book titled Maragtas. It was supposedly created by Datu Sumakwel to exercise his authority over all the other datus of Panay. [1]

Mount Madja-as is a large dormant volcano and the highest peak on the island of Panay and Western Visayas region in the Philippines, second highest mountain in the entire Visayas, after Mount Kanlaon on Negros.

Mar 6, 2009 · Some questions have been raised whether Mt. Madjaas (or Madja-as; Madia-as) is the highest or second highest in Panay, but for now it is recognized as the highest. And regardless of this dispute, Madja-as is certainly the mountain that makes Antique a truly rewarding destination for climbing.

Apr 12, 2023 · Madja-as: A History Primer. Mt. Madjaas is a mountain filled with rich history and cultural elements. The name of the mountain is associated with the ‘Confederation of Madja-as’, a pre-colonial society comprised of allied barangays …

The Confederation of Madja-as or the Kedatuan of Madja-as was a pre-Hispanic Philippine state within the Visayasislands region, and was a Srivijayan colony in the Philippine Archipelago, next to the Sulu Archipelago.

Chief among Panay mountains and revered in local culture and tradition, Mt. Madjaas in Culasi, Antique is one of the most challenging climbs in the Visayan islands. Some questions have been raised whether Mt. Madjaas (or Madja-as; Madia-as) is the highest or second highest in Panay, but for now it is recognized as the highest.

Oct 10, 2015 · THE Mt. Madja-as BACKGROUND Chief among Panay mountains and revered in local culture and tradition, Mt. Madjaas in Culasi, Antique is one of the most challenging climbs in the Visayan islands.

Aug 31, 2016 · Kedatuan of Madja-as or the Confederation of Madja-as was a Śrīvijayan vassal, next to the Sulu Archipelago Pre-colonial period (to 1521 CE)

Madja-as was a legendary precolonial confederacy on the island of Panay in the Philippines. It was mentioned in Pedro Monteclaro's book titled Maragtas. It was supposedly created by Datu Sumakwel to exercise his authority over all the other datus of Panay.

Apr 2, 2025 · Check out this 11.1-mile out-and-back trail near Culasi, Antique. Generally considered a challenging route, it takes an average of 12 h 0 min to complete. This trail is great for backpacking, camping, and hiking, and it's unlikely you'll encounter many other people while exploring. The trail is open year-round and is beautiful to visit anytime.