Datu Daya was a legendary lord of Kandaya ("Daya's (kingdom)"), the place that is now known as Daanbantayan, Cebu, in the Philippines.[1]
According to oral tradition, Datu Daya was the ruler of the first settlers in northern Cebu. The new settlers cleared forests and in a few years were able to establish a progressive community. Muslim raiders continually attacked the community and kidnapped women and children until a bantayan (watchtower) was constructed to defend the town. For his glory, Datu Daya was idolized.
Cultural remnants
[edit]The town of Daanbantayan, Cebu has an annual celebration of chants and dances known as Haladaya (literally, "a tribute to Daya").[1]
Before the conversion of the district now known as Daanbantayan into a town, it was known as Kandaya (kang Daya - Daya's place in Cebuano).
See also
[edit]- Rajah Humabon
- Lapu-lapu
- Ferdinand Magellan
- Miguel López de Legazpi
- Sri Lumay- Founder of Rajahnate of Cebu.
- Sinhapura
- Rajahnate of Cebu
- Kedatuan of Madja-as
- Cebu City
- Cebu
- History of the Philippines (900-1521)
- Chola Dynasty
References
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