What is the basis of putungan dance?

Putungan is a traditional Filipino dance originating from Capiz, particularly in the coastal municipalities of Panay Island. Its roots date back to pre-colonial times when Spanish colonizers arrived in the Philippines. Putungan is a dance of courtship and merriment, typically performed during festive occasions like town fiestas and other celebratory events. The steps and movements mimic fishermen casting nets and hauling back their catch, symbolizing fishing communities' daily pursuits and livelihoods. The dance portrays gratitude for bountiful harvests and seeks divine blessings for continued abundance.