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Kneeling carabaos take center stage in Philippine festival
Kneeling carabaos take center stage in Philippine festival
Reuters
Published May 15, 2024 09:19 AM PHT
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Hundreds of carabaos took part in a parade on Tuesday, kneeling down in front of a Catholic church as part of a centuries old ritual to bring a good harvest for the upcoming season.
Hundreds of carabaos took part in a parade on Tuesday, kneeling down in front of a Catholic church as part of a centuries old ritual to bring a good harvest for the upcoming season.
In the province of Bulacan, north of Manila, over 270 carabaos carrying colorfully decorated carriages were herded by local farmers, walking 2 kilometers to the town church.
In the province of Bulacan, north of Manila, over 270 carabaos carrying colorfully decorated carriages were herded by local farmers, walking 2 kilometers to the town church.
The festivities take place annually as part of the town's tradition of honoring the Catholic saint San Isidro Labrador, known to bless farmers with bountiful harvests.
The festivities take place annually as part of the town's tradition of honoring the Catholic saint San Isidro Labrador, known to bless farmers with bountiful harvests.
Philippines 110 million population are Catholic, with various festivals honoring patron saints believed to grant miracles occurring each year.
Philippines 110 million population are Catholic, with various festivals honoring patron saints believed to grant miracles occurring each year.
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