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1 maj 2024 · The Higantes Festival in Angono, Rizal, features giant puppets called ‘Higantes’ representing resistance against Spanish rule in the late 1800s. These puppets have evolved from bamboo and paper mache to aluminum frames and local textiles.
21 sty 2024 · Higantes Festival is an annual event celebrated in Angono, Rizal, Philippines. It’s renowned for its giant papier-mâché effigies that parade through the streets. The festival originating from Filipino folklore and religious traditions, marks the feast day of San Clemente.
9 maj 2024 · A “higantes” festival is a traditional Filipino festival featuring giant papier-mch effigies, locally known as “higantes.” These effigies typically depict mythical creatures, historical figures, or local personalities, and are carried on the shoulders of participants during processions and parades.
3 sie 2022 · Higantes Festival is a month-long artistic, cultural, and religious festival held in the town of Angono, Rizal, Philippines every November. Dedicated in honor of St. Clement of Rome, also known as Pope Clement I, and as thanksgiving for good harvest, it is known for its grand fluvial parade in Laguna Lake and colorful giant puppets made out of ...
Higantes Festival is a secular celebration initiated by the Municipality of Angono to express gratitude to its patron Saint Clement, in which the parade of giants is held on Sunday before the town feast on November 23.
The Higantes Festival is a multi-day celebration that typically takes place in late November, attracting both locals and tourists alike. The festivities kick off with a mass, followed by a grand parade featuring the higantes, marching bands, and various cultural performances.
10 mar 2009 · One such festive celebration occurs a stone’s throw away from Metro Manila. Every November 23, the lakeside town of Angono in Rizal province wakes up to a big and bright celebration in honor of the town’s patron, St. Clement. Religious revelry and local fanfare characterize most festivals in the Philippine islands.
