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Penitensya ng Infanta Self-flagellation is a common form of penitensiya in different places of the Philippines during the Holy Week, but what sets the flagellants of Infanta apart from others is the way they dress when they perform the tradition. For this Maundy Thursday, we feature the unique tradition of Infanta, Quezon. The flagellants wear … Read more

To end our Visita Iglesia, the last church on our list is located in Davao City, San Pedro Cathedral is the city’s premier historical landmark. San Pedro Cathedral is the city’s premier historical landmark. It was named after San Pedro (Saint Peter), the patron saint of Davao. The original structure was built in 1847 during … Read more

Pagkukubol ng Santo Entierro in Paete, Laguna The Santo Entierro of Paete is said to be the oldest image in the town, believed to have been brought from Mexico by Spanish friars in the 16th century. Starting on Holy Wednesday, the image goes through a series of rituals in preparation for the Good Friday procession. … Read more

The first movie house in Manila was the Salon de Pertierra, located along Calle Escolta. It opened its doors to the public in 1896 as a phonograph parlor owned by Sr. Pertierra. The first movies were shown on January 1, 1897, featuring four silent French films. This was followed by the opening of another movie … Read more

First Power Plant in Manila: La Electricista in Calle Hidalgo Manila’s first power plant was the La Electricista Power Station. Located in Quiapo, along with Calle San Sebastian (Calle Hidalgo today), coal power provided Manila with electricity starting in 1894. The powerplant was operated by the La Electricista Company, which was established in 1892. The … Read more