The Filipino’s Undying Devotion to the Black Nazarene
by dianne gloria on January 9, 2014Yearly, Minor Basilica of the Black Nazarene, also known as Saint John the Baptist Parish and more popularly called Quiapo Church celebrates the Feast of the Black Nazarene ". Many devotees attend the celebration as their yearly devotion to God.
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Quiapo Church (Minor Basilica of the Black Nazarene)
by Jhaypee Guia on January 9, 2014The Minor Basilica of the Black Nazarene, also known as Saint John the Baptist Parish and informally known as Quiapo Church, is a prominent Roman Catholic church Latin-rite Basilica located in the District of Quiapo, Manila.
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The Historic Plaza Miranda - A Freedom Park
by Jhaypee Guia on January 8, 2014Plaza Miranda is a public square bounded by Quezon Boulevard, R. Hidalgo Street and Evangelista Street in Quiapo, Manila. It is the plaza which fronts the Minor Basilica of the Black Nazarene (Quiapo Church), one of the main churches in the City of Manila, and is considered as the center of Quiapo as a whole. Inaugurated in its current form by Mayor Arsenio Lacson in 1961, it is named after José Sandino y Miranda, who served as the Philippines' Secretary of the Treasury between 1833 and 1854.
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Liaw Hilot & Relaxation Spa
by Christian Mack on January 2, 2014In today’s stressful world, we often find ourselves searching for ways to ease the aches and pains the body accumulates over time. This also includes the stress that piles up with each passing day, be it of the body or of the mind. One way this can be achieved is through “hilot,” the traditional Filipino healing method based around the concept of using deep, soothing massage techniques to release physical and emotional tension and encourage harmony of mind, body and spirit. This technique is taken to a whole new level at Liaw Hilot & Relaxation Spa.
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Mt. Apo Coffee Inc.
by Christian Mack on December 28, 2013Filipinos have come to enjoy coffee and have made drinking it a part of their everyday lives. No longer just a breakfast beverage, Filipinos love drinking it throughout the day either hot or cold, and enjoy it through its many brews, combinations and preparations, making it a fun and delightful drink of choice for most people.
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