Brief History: Tulos, the Great Spirit who created all things, has indeed abundantly blessed this land with verdant mountains, fertile soil and cooler climate. The Municipality of Upi produces acres and acres of corn spreading as far your eyes can see, from the hills to the plains and down to the mountainsides. The picturesque landscape can vary in color from yellow green to dark green, yellowish
and to light brown, depending on what time of the year when itโs planting or harvest time. Dubbed as the Summer Capital of Maguindanao, the welcoming and peace-loving Teduray people complemented the title with their warm taos go (welcome). Meguyaya, a Teduray term for thanksgiving for the bountiful harvest, is an annual festival celebrated every December. The festivities incorporate street dancing competition depicting tri-people culture, Teduray and Muslim and Christian Culture. Other activities includes the Cultural Nights, Local Government Unit Night, Ginoong Meguyaya male pageant, trade fair and Maisan Na. This is an activity in which a long stretch of grillers are placed by the roadside where everyone enjoys roasting corns, a symbol of togetherness and feasting. The Meguyaya Festival is not only a celebration for thanksgiving but also an event of unity among the three cultures: Moro, Teduray and Settlers.
