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Philippines is the only Asian nation in which Christians predominate. The celebrations of Christmas in the Philippines are the longest and liveliest in the world. Celebrations begin on December 16 with a series of nine pre-dawn Masses (Misa de Gallo) and continue through Three Kings Day on January 6
It is a Filipino tradition for children to visit their godparent and elderly relatives on Christmas day. This child is showing respect for his godmother by taking her hand
to his forehead. In return, he receives a blessing or a gift. Last edited by R*Philippines; 12-15-2007 at 08:06 PM. |
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The City of SAN FERNANDO, Pampanga
My birthplace. My hometown. The place where I spent the first 16 years of my life is the CHRISTMAS CAPITAL OF THE PHILIPPINES. It is because of these giant lanterns that the City of San Fernando has been dubbed the “Christmas Capital of the Philippines.”
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The City of SAN FERNANDO, Pampanga
Not only my hometown is the CHRISTMAS CAPITAL OF THE PHILIPPINES. It is also a favorite tourist attraction for its Holy Week During this bloody ritual participants flog themselves with glass or bamboo-tipped whips in order to do penance for their sins, a part of the crucifixion re-enactments on Good Friday in San Pedro Cutud, Philippines. (Things You Have to See to Believe, Part 1)
Two-inch nails are pounded through the flesh of penitents' hands and feet during the Lenten Rites of Holy Week in San Pedro Cutud, Philippines - a re-enactment of Christ's crucifixion. (Things You Have to See to Believe, Part 1)
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Summer is over. Here comes the rainy days again...
I thought of sharing you some pictures. This photos were taken by yours truly last April 2008 @ PUERTO GALERA, PHILIPPINES |
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ROY (R*Philippines) APRIL 2008 @ Puerto Galera, The Philippines |
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Roy - before the sunset
Roy - almost sunset Sunset @ Puerto Galera, The Philippines 2008 |
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They're really beautiful Roy. Looks like you had a great time.
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Her Excellency
Corazon C. Aquino Former Philippine President Corazon Aquino, whose "People Power" movement pushed out longtime strongman Ferdinand Marcos less than three years after her husband's assassination, has died at age 76, her family announced Saturday. "She was the agent of change in Philippine democracy," said Ray Donato, the nation's consul-general in Atlanta. President of Russia Dmitry Medvedev in a telegram to President of the Philippines Gloria Macapagal-Arroyo stated, “The name of Corazon Aquino is associated with a period of profound reforms and the democratic transformation of Filipino society.” Medvedev also noted that Corazon Aquino showed great interest and sympathy to Russia and prioritized the development of Russian-Filipino relations. International figures expressed their grief, with United States Secretary of State Hillary Clinton noting that Aquino was "admired by the world for her extraordinary courage". White House Press Secretary Robert Gibbs said that "Her courage, determination, and moral leadership are an inspiration to us all and exemplify the best in the Filipino nation." Other ambassadors also sent their messages of condolence following her passing. Pope Benedict XVI recalled Aquino as a "courageous commitment to the freedom of the Filipino people, her firm rejection of violence and intolerance," according to Manila Archbishop Cardinal Gaudencio Rosales. President of South Africa Jacob Zuma called Aquino "a great leader who set a shining example of peaceful transition to democracy in her country."
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