23rd #Ulog: At-Home With The Happiest People Of Tacloban

City of Smiles ---that is what Tacloban City is most proud of, it is the home of the happiest people. Despite the atrocities that left a holocaust five years ago because of the super typhoon Yolanda, the Taclobanons remain resilient and happy. And it was those qualities that strengthen us to build a more productive city. Today we celebrate the feast day of Senyor Sto. Nino (pronounced as ninyo).

Among others, Tacloban is also famous for its several landmarks.

Sto. Nino church located at the heart of the city itself.

This ship was washed ashore during the Yolanda and was made as a tourist attraction afterwards.

Patio Victoria, owned by the Romualdezes is a favorite beach and pool escapade.

Leyte Park is where comfortable and at-home hotels and function areas are best suited for welcoming visitors.

I felt rather bad that I was not able to do my #ulogging yesterday since I was actually out and busy merry-making with the crowd. Though one thing is for sure, I promise to let you into the merriment too.

The Pintados-Kasadyaan Festival is a merry making that last for almost the whole month of June before the said feast day. Pintados is celebrated through a unique and colorful way. Leytenos are expert when it comes to body tattooing, and some men and women indulge themselves in the creative tattoo designs.

Early June, the city was already packed with people and stalls swarmed the corner streets selling wares, souvenir T-shirts and other crafts.

During night time, several bands serenade the folks who are having a great time eating barbecue and drinking some beer in the vast area of Magsaysay Boulevard where rides are available too.

Meanwhile, "kasadyaan", is a local waray term which means merriment and jollity. It showcase the rich culture and unique history of the province of Leyte, wherein various municipalities performed before the big audience a dance which features their own storyline of folklores and legends.

A day before the feast day, lively dance and drama parade takes place too. Colorful and gigantic floats graced the streets in preparation for the parade of lights. It started as early as 3PM because of the long line of performers who are street dancing as well as the throng of expetators.

Us educators participated in this merry making too.

Philippine President was also one of the most honored guest. And was warmly welcomed by Honorable City Mayor Christina Romualdez and betterhalf former mayor Alfred Romualdez.

Pics taken from Fb account of Cristina Romualdez.

Early today, me and my kiddos celebrated todays' fiesta at the beach.

I posted pictures in my facebook account.

They were extra hyper kinetic while on our way there.

And was tired and asleep on our way home. Hehe😂😂😂

Pictures are mine.

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