Here's why:
* Origin of Siesta: The word "siesta" comes from the Spanish language, meaning "nap". The practice of taking an afternoon nap, especially during hot summer months, is deeply rooted in the Spanish culture and has been practiced for centuries.
* Filipino Culture: While Filipinos do have a culture of taking afternoon naps, especially during the hottest parts of the day, it's not called "siesta" in the Filipino language. It's usually referred to as "tulog" (sleep) or "pahinga" (rest).
* Influence of Spanish Colonialism: The Philippines was a Spanish colony for over 300 years, and Spanish influence is evident in many aspects of Filipino culture, including language and traditions. It's likely that the practice of taking afternoon naps became ingrained in Filipino culture during this period.
Therefore, Filipinos did not "introduce" siesta. They adopted the practice, along with many other aspects of Spanish culture, during their colonial history.