The Philippines Today, Yesterday, and Tomorrow
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 tradition of Hinuklog in Medina, Misamis Oriental. From Maunday Thursday to Good Friday, the residents of Medina stage a reenactment of Pasyon ni Kristo. “Hinuklog,” translated to Reflection or Pagnilay-nilay, began in the 1970s until the annual tradition was halted due to the lack of funds. The National Commission for Culture and the Arts … Read more
The baro’t saya might strike us today as traces of the past. While they might have been considered everyday wear a century ago, today, they are regarded as “costumes” and worn only on special occasions. This women’s clothing consisting of a blouse and a skirt may signify formality and dignity. The type, quality/craftmanship of the … Read more
Kasambahay Minimum Wage in Region 2 New wage order for Domestic Workers in Region 2 (Cagayan Valley) Domestic workers or Kasambahays in Region 2 (Cagayan Valley) will receive a monthly minimum wage of Php 5,000 effective June 8, 2022. You may want to read: Region 2 Minimum Wage