The Philippines Today, Yesterday, and Tomorrow
The popular noodle soup from Iloilo, La Paz Bachoy! La Paz Batchoy came from La Paz district in Iloilo and it has numerous origins. La Paz Batchoy originated in La Paz, Iloilo and has many versions to its history. The first batchoy shop opened in the district in 1921. Frederico Guillergan “invented” the dish in … Read more
Boac Cathedral or Simbahan ng Boac The Simbahan ng Boac or Boac Cathedral built in 1792 in Boac, Marinduque. The Cathedral was built in honor of Birhen ng Biglang Awa, who the locals consider as their defender from the pirate attacks in the 18th century. The location of the Cathedral at the highest point of … Read more
Saint Augustine Parish Church For another Good Friday Visita Iglesia feature, let’s take a trip back to the North to the historical province of Bulacan to visit the Saint Augustine Parish Church in the municipality of Baliuag. The Saint Augustine Parish Church in Baliuag, Bulacan is striking for its imposing facade and towering belfry. The … Read more
Panaad On Good Friday, pilgrims embark on a 64-kilometer walk along the circumference of the island of Camiguin, either as an act of penance or in fulfillment of a promise to God for an answered prayer. Some pilgrims climb up the steps of Mt. Old Vulcan, along a trail lined up with life-size images of … Read more
The Healing Festival (Siquijor) The island province of Siquijor is known for its mystic traditions and traditional healing processes. For this Maundy Thursday, we will feature the Holy Week tradition of Siquijor Island, The Healing Festival. During Lent, the province holds the Healing Festival at Mt. Bandilaan, showcasing Siquijor’s resident faith healers and their indigenous … Read more