Tawason

Tawason, a name etched in the very crystals that once defined it. They say tawas, those medicinal crystals, were once scattered around Tawason like pebbles on a beach. Imagine, if you will, the glint of these alum crystals under the Philippine sun. People would simply pick them up, unaware of their potential. Tawason in those days must have shimmered with an unappreciated magic. The tawas crystals were used for everything from deodorant to treating canker sores. They were a readily available disinfectant, a gift from the earth. But this abundance was not to last. The people of Tawason, not understanding the value of this resource, let it dwindle. Now, the tawas is gone, only its name remains, whispering of a forgotten treasure. The 2020 census recorded Tawason’s population at 6,984, a significant increase from the mere 1,085 residents in 1990. This growth paints a picture of a barangay on the rise, evolving from its crystal-rich past into a bustling community. Perhaps the growth of Tawason tells another story. A story of resilience, a community that has learned to adapt and thrive even after the disappearance of its namesake resource. The tawas may be gone, but the spirit of Tawason endures.