by: A. Lumaque (PIA - Capiz)
Roxas City (25 November) -- 'Higantes' or giant mascots made of paper-mache will again invade the major thoroughfares here as among the new and exciting activities for a more colorful and meaningful Sinadya sa Halaran (SSH) celebration from December 4 to 8 this year.
"The 5-day packed celebration will again feature giant paper-maches (higantes) during the civic parade before the formal opening rites of the celebration on Dec. 4 at the Roxas City public plaza," said Roxas City Tourism Officer Rodolfo Maestro, Jr.
"At least 6 giant seafoods will be showcased from Roxas City alone," added Maestro.
The municipalities are also encouraged to feature paper-maches of their respective products during the parade.
"The province will also have a surprised higante," said Provincial Tourism Officer Alfonsus Tesoro.
These higantes, usually about 10 feet tall, are made of bamboo frames covered with cloth and topped by paper-mache, were a spectacle during Sinadya celebration in the past two decades.
SSH celebration is the province's way of life demonstrated in various merrymaking and thanksgiving activities for its blessings and good fortunes during the past year. It peaks on the feast day of Roxas City's Patroness, Our Lady of the Immaculate Conception, every Dec. 8.
Sinadya sa Halaran, Capiz, Capiz Tourism, Capiz News
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