A Stroll in Vigan’s Fiesta Celebrations!

 The Vigan City fiesta is held every January 25, during the feast day of the Conversion of St. Paul the Apostle. Before his conversion, Paul was formerly named Saul and persecuted many Christians before encountering the call of God. During these times is the best to visit the Historical and joyful city of Vigan!

There were many activities that happened during the week before Sunday, which is the Longganisa Festival, which I took photos of since I strolled around Vigan that time and decided to be an audience to the competition.

During the fiesta, there are many activities held in the City. Such as the Longganisa Festivial, a colorful and vibrant street dance that reflects the ilocano's traditions, the loud drums echos our culture and the streets is filled with cheer and smiles! This tradition is held every January 22nd. This celebrates the city's famous Longganisa and to boost tourism.

One of the famous spot in vigan is the Plaza Burgos park! Plaza Burgos is the smaller of the two major plazas in the city of Vigan. It can be found just beside St. Paul's Cathedral's Bell Tower. Many activities are held in this plaza such as the Agriculture night which I went and enjoyed the show! Plaza Burgos is the right place to rest after a long tour around vigan, just sitting and enjoying the calm atmosphere along with the warm breeze!

The Vigan's Carnival is also a must to visit! It's really enjoyable to take a walk there at night and enjoy the Blast full rides! Wel, make sure you're brave though, because I almost couldn't survive a ride, but that what makes it fun isn't it? The food there was also Incredibly delicious, you taste the Ilocano's Empanada, which is a must, and variety of Ilocano foods that you must try! There's also a bargain stalls which you can buy random stuffs at a cheap price!

When visiting Vigan, you can't skip the Calle Crisologo. A place must visit! Stepping in the brick stone street feels like the clock has just taken you back at the pre colonial era. The warm light, warm breeze, and the sound of the Kalesa elevates the ambience of the street! Take your camera out and capture the exquisite architecture of the Calle crisologo!

Source: Vigan.ph https://share.google/iTIddapfDF2mG63Qn

Source: Vigan.ph https://share.google/xZSDprQDjLiOqJNhS

My 3r Quarter journey

 I had a great time in my ICT class this quarter. I learned many new things about computers and technology. Every week, we would post in our blogs and it was a very exciting subject because we got to work on the computers every day.

​The best part of the class was learning how to build a website. Our teacher explained the basics of coding and layout. At first, it seemed difficult to understand all the rules. However, I practiced every day and soon it became much easier.

​I really enjoyed creating and designing my own web pages. I chose the colors, the fonts, and the pictures myself. It felt like magic to see my ideas appear on the screen. Making a website is fun because I can show my own style to the world.

​ICT class taught me that technology is a creative tool. I feel more confident using computers now than I did before. I am proud of the website I built from scratch. I hope to learn even more about web design in the future.

sources:

https://share.google/RrurwUM6RGjVqspAA

https://share.google/taSV9QeZoXdr8m0nV

https://share.google/8VJZkTXiPgi49X80d

Jose's greatest gift

 Jose Rizal’s greatest gift to the Philippines was waking up the love for country. Before him, people in the islands did not feel like they belonged to one nation. Rizal used his books to show everyone that they were all Filipinos. He helped them feel proud and united for the first time.

​He wrote two famous books to show the truth about how Spain treated the Philippines. He did not use guns or knives to fight. Instead, he used his writing to show the unfair things happening to his people. His stories opened people’s eyes and made them want to change their lives for the better.

​Rizal also believed that schooling and learning were the best ways to be free. He told Filipinos that they must study hard to help themselves. Even when he was put in prison, he kept teaching and helping others. His brave life and his death inspired the people to finally fight for their own freedom.

Sources:

https://share.google/oirN0ivvcsRphbAMY

https://share.google/qwsdc8ozlCpKmgudP

https://share.google/Tt2LsqNi1uq8lplkz

The essence of Christmas

Christmas is a very special time for people all over the world, especially Christians. It marks the birth of our saviour, Jesus Christ. Most families gather together to celebrate this event. It is a time filled with love, bright lights, and happy smiles.

​Christmas Eve, many people prepare a big feast. In the Philippines, families share a special dinner called Noche Buena. They serve a lot of food such as lechon, pancit. and many more. Everyone eats together and enjoys the company of their loved ones.

The true essence of Christmas is not just celebrating it with our love ones, but we celebrate the birth of Jesus Christ, our saviour. In December, most people attends Simbang Gabi or Misa de gallo, in honor to commemorate the birth of Jesus. In Christmas, we are not just celebrating but we are gathered to share our love and we learn values from our All mighty Father. 

​                          

Sources:

https://share.google/tjW4BTXCmTsGzfBIg

https://share.google/J5fQEFQKPIBj4PbWT

https://share.google/8BVZooatIR9uG2sUh