Christmas in the Philippines

Christmas season begins for most Filipinos when Start September ” month starts until Christmas Eve. Christmas spirit can be felt everywhere.  Approximately, Filipinos are 90% Christians and 80% of that Catholic. This is one of the oldest Christmas traditions in the Philippines. Filipinos flock to the Catholic church to attend a 9~ day Pre-dawn mass or commonly known as “SIMBANG GABI ”.  People wake up at dawn and go to church to attend the 1-hour church service that usually begins at 4 am. On  Christmas Eve, they usually held the church service in the evening. The Simbang Gabi is a way of thanksgiving, worship,  simply to fulfilling someone’s wish come true. Some Filipinos believe that if you completed the 9-day church service, your ultimate wish might come true :)



 Indeed! Filipinos are always very creative that they even design parols on their own. Parols are graced with various designs, colors, sizes, lights and prices. It is a traditional symbol of Christmas spirits in the Philippines, and each house has one or more parols hanging whichever spot is visible. It is like a star shining brightly in one’s home. Christmas is for children and it’s a very important event that they’ve been waiting for:)  Philippines during Christmas season you might seen  children singing a carol song. In the Philippines, children and their friends find ways to entertain their neighbors in the way of singing any Christmas songs with or without any special musical instrument in hand or nice clothes but a voice talent plus a combination of some dance moves, in a return of the small amount of money as gratitude.
One of favorite  cuisine that can always be at the table of Filipino families, that is the lechon. A lechon is a pork roasted dish cooked over charcoal. In most regions, lechon is prepared and served throughout the year on special occasions such as wedding or birthday party, Christmas, New Year, Filipino families also serve different kinds of foods such as buko salad or coconut salad mixed with fruits, spaghetti, barbecue :)

Gift opening and exchange gifts 

On the 24th of December or Christmas Eve, like other families around the world, Filipino families love opening presents given to them by their love ones. Gifts can be  anything, clothes, shoes, accessories, But  they prepared  cash :)! Filipinos are very appreciative, so whatever you give them, they’d be more than grateful.
 
 Filipinos love Christmas sale; most shopping malls offer a pre-Christmas sale of some items. Christmas decorations as well are glamorous and dazzling. Big balls and a giant Christmas tree are consistently striking in the eye.Philipines has many big and wide shopping malls. . Streets are widely fancy decorated and colorful Christmas decorations. During this season, people go to these places to go shopping as a way of preparing and buying presents. In this season, most shopping malls are crowded and covered with massive Christmas decorations that attract shoppers :)!

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Food you never Try :)

Try new thing is exciting :) Wait for it :) Challenge your friend could be excitingStreet foods Adidas Chicken Feet "Thinking about it "
Snack and street food. This is made by soaking mature white corn in water and salt until puffed. Boiled white corn kernels is a popular Filipino snack and street food."This is called Binatog" Try it sometimes :)
   The combination of soya pudding, milk pearls and caramel syrup is just heavenly.Taho is very yummy to eat and buy when still hot :) It’s composed of hard-boiled quail eggs covered in orange batter and is usually eaten with the tempura sauce and some fresh slices of cucumber. delsihICE Candy  is one of the most favorite summer treats of Filipinos. come in different flavors. yummy :)
“Isaw“. Intestine.This street food , are cleaned and grilled on sticksand dip in a sweet and sour sauce yum:) Anyway, it’s also very uncommon to eat a head of chicken. It’s like I almost hear it saying “NO” when I look at one. True men don’t care, anyway. Off with their heads. omg It’s actually a common food here in the Philippines but its appearance would scar even the bravest people for life. Even most of the Filipinos wouldn’t dare to eat one .This is called "Balut"Street foods can also be a lucrative business to many street vendors. I think it's because many Filipinos enjoy eating outside their homes with friends or family members. If you have a sweet tooth , you should go for the favorite Filipino snack called "bananaq" or deep fried and caramelized "banana an the stick delish bananaqThis has actually become so common that many other Asian countries have these (usually in supermarkets). "Grass jelly "
These are  favorite after-school  which are best enjoyed when dipped in a spicy vinegar-based sweet and sour sauce.  Classic street meat. called Fish ball .  One of the most favorite street food in ,THE PHILIPPINES   Just walk around and you will see empanada merienda everywhere.This are colorful QUICK  drinks that can be bought on the streets.they call it" palamig"
This food is made from chicken or pig blood. The blood is removed from the animals in liquid form then cooled down in an open container for a little while until it becomes a bit thick and gelatinous. The thick blood is then shaped into small rectangular pieces and put on skewers and left to dry then grilled,  Try it sometimes .Popular snack you can find along most crowded streets  is the peanut cart. They normally move around on sidewalks selling steamed peanuts both peeled or shelled. salted or with chili. DELISH

This dish gets its name from the iconic gadget which was a rage in the 80’s among the Filipinos. They live by the rule to waste nothing and pig’s ears are included in this list too. Pig’s ears are chopped into bite sized pieces which are marinated in the barbecue sauce then skewered and grilled before serving. Walkmans are tough and chewy when eaten and a popular street food here. Sounds interesting to try lol Its pork barbecue is quite tender and marinated to perfection. delish :) More Fun in the Philippines :) John 3:16 For God so loved the world that he gave his one and only Son, that whoever believes in him shall not perish but have eternal life.

is one ofpopular snack you can find along most crowded streets in Manila is the peanut cart. They normally move around on sidewalks selling steamed peanuts both peeled or shelled. theThis food is made from chicken or pig blood. The blood is removed from the animals in liquid form then cooled down in an open container for a little while until it becomes a bit thick and gelatinous. The thick blood is then shaped into small rectangular pieces and put on skewers and left to dry then grilled. most favorite street food in Vigan, Ilocos Sur.  Just walk around and you will see empanada merienda everywhere.

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To madlang people di easy ang life ng Ibang bansa , full time Mom, full time wife, full time driver  full time job full time maid lol. Kaya wag kayo isip isip ng puro pera at pasalubong mas masarap ang buhay ninyo diyan sa Pinas kung may pera madali lang magkaroon ng maid dito hirap sa laki ng Gastos for everything. Kayo dami ninyong chance to do everything lalo na kung wala kayong small kid. Tampong burorot dina uso iyan. My life is so busy :) waaaahhhh!1

More Fun In Ilocos Norte

The province of Ilocos Norte is about 400 km north of Manila, the capital of the country. The province offers many popular destinations for tourists, locals, and foreigners . I would recommend at least 4-5-day stay in order to properly visit and explore everything the area has to offer. This article will go over of the most popular tourist destinations. They're all definitely worth the trip.
The Sinking Bell Tower. This edifice is one of the tallest bell towers in the country and it's located in the heart of the city. As of today, it stands at 45m tall.
The tower is called a sinking tower because it's incredibly heavy, and it was built on a sandy ground. So, the combination of the loose foundation and its weight made it sink considerably into the ground at a rate of an inch every year. Normally, bell towers are situated near a church.  This tower is far away from the cathedral.
The tower is also beautiful at night when it's light t up.

Don't forget to grab your snack delicious Empanada always a winner :). Visit the unique geological dessert environment found only in Ilocos Norte — the Lapaz Sand Dunes. These sand dunes, their heights ranging from 10-30 meters, were created as a result of the interacting wind, sea, and river.Fried  corn with salt and seasonings with lots of fried garlic, good snack while watching movie :)or get together with friends!Ilocos Norte is the Cape Bojeador Lighthouse. This lighthouse, with brick walls as is the style of many other lighthouses in the country, is one of the highest elevated Spanish colonial lighthouses in the Philippines.  It still functions as a an active and welcoming flare to ships that enter the Philippine Archipelago from the North.

The Bangui Windmill is not only the first of its kind in Southeast Asia, but it's also right here in Ilocos Norte.
The windmill has 20 tri-blades that 70 meters high, with windmills spread about in an arc formation along the Bangui Bay. It is situated north of Laoag City and about a 45-minute ride.
As a result, Ilocos Norte is one of the few provinces in the Philippines that generates renewable energy. The Bangui wind farm provides for 40% of the Ilocos Norte Electric Cooperative's supply. Additionally, it generates 25 MW of electricity to power up an estimated 108,000 households.

Amazing view :The Patapat Bridge is a 1.2 km long bridge that connects two barangay in Pagudpud. This zigzag bridge is often referred by some as the “French Riviera of the North.” Visitors and motorists can enjoy the amazing view of the sea and the luxuriant mountains as they cross this bridge, which is 200 meters above sea level.
It is also the fourth longest bridge in the Philippines.The newest and most exciting vacation destination in Pagudpud. It is situated right in front of the famous Blue Lagoon (Maira-ira Beach) at Brgy. Balaoi, Malingay, Pagudpud, Ilocos Norte, Philippine. its captivating crystal clear waters and white sand beach, will surely make your stay a memorable and enjoyable.YUMMY It is prepared by deep-frying the dried pork rind with a little salt.:)

 Bacarra Domeless Tower is a 50-meter tower was built in 1830, was damaged in 1931 by an earthquake. Another strong earthquake (with a 7.8 intensity) in 1983 caused its dome to totally go down. Thus, gaining the romanticized title “Dignified Domeless Belltower in Asia.”
Bacarra is a town adjacent to Laoag City. It is just 15 mins away. Museo de Bacarra, which houses many artifacts, is right near the Bacarra Tower.City of Batac Home of The Great Leaders:
Marcos Museum and Mausoleum is located in Batac City, Ilocos Norte, just a 30-minute ride from Laoag City. The museum can easily be found, as it is near the bridge where all the public buses stop.

• The museum houses memorabilia of the late President Marcos. It is incredibly well-organized, making it a very enjoyable experience for visitors to learn about his life. Paoay Church is a national treasure of Ilocandia and a designated UNESCO world heritage site. It was built in 1896 by the Augustinian friars using coral bricks, which can be seen from its massive walls. Also, as a prime example of a Baroque church, it brings along a picturesque view truly reminiscent of the Spanish era, with details like enormous and magnificent buttresses on the sides and back of the building.
  Malacañang of the North was built as the official residence of the late President Marcos in Ilocos Norte. It is a two-story building located near the legendary Paoay Lake. The residence is complete with bedrooms, a dining area, a kitchen, an office, a spacious ballroom on the second floor, and even had an Olympic-sized swimming pool. Also, it has an expansive terrace and a beautiful garden with magnificent views of the lake. Kapurpurawan Rock Formation is situated in Burgos, Ilocos Norte:The name of this formation is derived from it's characteristically white color. In Ilocano, the word puraw means white. The rock also looks like a large dragon watching over the entire coast. Once you reach it, you'll be rewarded with the natural beauty of the erosion created by the years and years of crashing ocean waves.Best place to visit on Christmas day Feel at home !!
• Ilocos Norte. It's a Balinese inspired beachside hotel haven where one can enjoy stunning sunsets and a constant, gentle ocean breeze, with a beach where the calm waves and fine sand reminds you of the infinite wonders of the world.Fort Ilocandia Resort is a first class hotel in Ilocos Norte, located in Brgy. Calayab, Laoag City — just 9km away from the city proper. Its design was inspired by Spanish colonial architecture. The main building houses a lobby, the casino, the arcades, the shopping arcade, and restaurants. Enjoy Visiting Ilocos Norte Filipino pork barbecue dish, the pork is sliced thinly, marinated overnight, skewered on bamboo sticks and cooked on a grill. It is a lot of work but it's worth it!and it was a very popular street food in the Philippines!!