Travel

Step into the “Kaban ng Lahi: Archaeological Treasures” gallery at the National Museum of Anthropology, where the past comes alive through extraordinary artifacts. Originally installed in 1998 to commemorate the centennial of Philippine Independence, this long-standing exhibition offers an immersive experience, transporting visitors into a cave-like setting similar to where many of the burial objects … Read more

The Maitum Burial Jars  In the early 1990s, a remarkable archaeological discovery took place within Ayub Cave in Barangay Pinol, Maitum, Sarangani Province. Led by Dr. Eusebio Dizon of the National Museum of the Philippines, a team of archaeologists uncovered a fascinating collection of mortuary pottery. These artifacts, representing both human-like (anthropomorphic) and non-human forms, … Read more

Divisoria (Manila’s Sprawling Market Area) The term “Divisoria” refers to the vast market area in North Manila, centered at the Divisoria market in San Nicolas, Manila. The name “Divisoria” was used to refer to the wide street (Azcarraga, or Recto) which were laid down to act as fire breaks and separate flammable Tondo from the … Read more

Traslacion or Feast of the Black Nazarene (Manila’s Great Religious Procession) An annual religious festivity centered on the veneration of the image of the Black Nazarene at Quiapo Church. The feast, which takes place on January 9, commemorates the transfer of the copy of the image of the Black Nazarene from the Recollect church in … Read more

Nuestra Señora de los Desamparados of Santa Ana (La Gobernadora de Manila) The famed Marian image is enshrined at Santa Ana Church. Brought to Manila by Fray Vicente Ingles in 1717. The image was created in 1713 and was a copy of the original image in Valencia, Spain. In 1720, Acting Governor-General Archbishop Francisco dela … Read more