Sinulog Festival in Cebu City

This photo was taken during Sinulog Festival here in Cebu City, The Sinulog Festival, also known as the Santo Nino Festival it is a religious and cultural event held in Cebu every year. The festival is thought to be the first of the Philippines' most well-known festivals. Every year, it attracts between one and two million tourists from all over the world, and travelers can join Cebu tours to explore the province, aside from the religious aspect of the festival, Sinulog is also known for its street parties that take place prior to and during the festival.

The Sinulog Festival is a commemoration of the Holy Child Jesus, Santo Nino. The festival is marked by a dance ceremony that tells the Filipino people's story. The word Sinulog refers to a graceful dance in which the sulog is represented by a rhythmic and beautiful forward and backward motion. This was one of the most significant events in Philippine religious history since it paved the way for the country's conversion to Christianity.