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ANG PAGTALTAL SA BALAAN BUKID

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ANG PAGTALTAL SA BALAAN BUKID

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Ang Pagtaltal sa Balaan Bukid is a theatrical re-enactment of the Passion of Christ, performed every Good Friday in the barangays of Poblacion, Rizal, Hoskyn, and Balcon Melliza in Jordan, Guimaras. First performed in 1975, the play starts at 12:00 PM and concludes at 3:00 PM, dramatizing key Lenten scenes from Christ’s entry into Jerusalem, His trial, crucifixion, and the Pieta. Originally a pantomime with only a narrator, the passion play has evolved to include dialogue, costumes, and dubbing to enhance its production. The play features 130 to 150 cast members, primarily volunteers, including youth and children, with plans beginning ...
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BALAAN BUKID SHRINE

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The Balaan Bukid Shrine in Jordan, Guimaras was constructed in 1954 as a gesture of gratitude for protection during World War II. The shrine, which includes a chapel and a giant cross, stands atop a high point called Bondolan Point and has been attracting thousands of visitors and pilgrims, especially during Holy Week. It features 14 Stations of the Cross, a simple chapel with a retablo, and several grottoes, including one for Our Lady of Lourdes. The shrine’s exterior is decorated with intricate concrete designs, with a large cross standing nearby, offering a panoramic view of Iloilo and Guimaras. It ...
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