BABAYLAN FESTIVAL

 

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The Babaylan Festival, an annual celebration of the unique Filipino traditions that can be traced back to the pre-Spanish era, will be commemorated in February, in line with the charter anniversary of Bago City, Negros Occidental.

The festival is based on the ceremonies and rituals such as marriage, baptism, healing and harvest executed by Babaylans.

The babaylan or high priestess is a doctor, herbalist, artist, medium, adviser, agriculturist and more, all rolled in one very interesting character. Babaylans are believed to get their healing powers from unseen spirits. They are the keeper of rituals and spirit agents in normal world that inspires awe and fear. Read More: https://www.choosephilippines.com/do/festivals/4033/babaylan-festival-2016/

 

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Babaylan Festival is held every 19th of February in Bago City, Negros Occidental. The public gets a rare view into the simulated rituals of mystics, ancient healers and priests in various ceremonies such as marriage, healing and harvest.  Read More:  http://faacnj.weebly.com/philippine-festival.html

 

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Babaylan Festival of Bago City is a unique festival that explores the babaylan folktale, rediscover music, dances, rituals and other artistic endeavor of the early Bagonhons. It is held during the city’s charter anniversary celebration on February 19.  Read More:  https://philippineholidays.com.au/bacolod-city-of-smiles/

 

 

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Bacolod is a Part of Region VI Western Visayas

Bacolod is Known as The City of Smiles

Where is Bacolod and How to Get There

Top Tourist Destinations in Bacolod

Watch Colorful Festivals in Bacolod

How to Have Fun in Bacolod

Bacolod Photo Gallery

Bacolod Video Collection

 

 

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