Balagtas

Balagtas refers to Francisco Balagtas, a renowned Filipino poet and writer from the 19th century, celebrated for his contributions to Filipino literature. He is best known for his epic poem "Florante at Laura," which explores themes of love, patriotism, and social justice. Balagtas's work helped shape the Filipino literary tradition and is considered a national cultural treasure. His influence is honored through the annual Balagtasan, a poetic debate, and his legacy continues to inspire Filipino writers and artists today.