Saturday, November 16, 2013

The Ruins Marker

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The Ruins, located in Talisay City (next city to Bacolod) is the most iconic landmark of Negros Occidental. It is what is left of the mansion of Don Mariano Ledesma Lacson and was built in loving memory of his deceased wife, Maria Braga.

Friday, November 15, 2013

One More Mask

MassKara 2013

Here’s one more mask from MassKara 2013 Celebration. I’ll move on with my other MassKara 2013 pictures tomorrow.

More MassKara 2013 Masks

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I have an overload of MassKara 2013 Masks! It’s the most colorful celebration I’ve ever attended so far. I hope to get back to Bacolod City soon.

Thursday, November 14, 2013

Another MassKara 2013 Participant

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He’s one of the numerous participants of the annual MassKara Festival in Bacolod City. This picture was taken during the recent 2013 celebration.

“Suka” (Vinegar)

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“Suka” is the vernacular of vinegar. This picture was taken at Organics Restaurant, Bacolod City.

Tuesday, November 12, 2013

MassKara 2013 School Category

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This is one of the several masks featured during the School Category of MassKara 2013 Festival. This group is also my favorite during the Street Dance competition. I wonder from what school are they from.

Monday, November 11, 2013

Mambukal Falls, Murcia, Negros Occidental

Mambukal Falls, Murcia

This is the First of the 7 Falls of Mambukal Resort in Murcia, Negros Occidental. It’s about 1-hour ride from Bacolod City. We went there after the MassKara 2013 Festival.

Sunday, November 10, 2013

The Capitol and The Lagoon

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This is The Capitol of Negros Occidental. It’s located along Lacson Avenue in Bacolod City. It’s located adjacent to The Lagoon – the city’s primary park.

Our Lady of Victory Church, Victorias City

Our Lady of Victory Parish Church

Our Lady of Victory Church is located within the National Road, in the town center of Victorias City, Negros Occidental. It’s within a few meters from the Victorias City Hall.

Thursday, November 7, 2013

Astonishing Masks

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I was very impressed by the masks that the participants of MassKara 2013 wore. It’s very detailed, colorful and looks heavy. I guess it’s part of being a resident of Bacolod to participate at least once in the MassKara Festival.

Wednesday, November 6, 2013

Shrine of Sacred Heart, Bacolod City

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The Shrine of Sacred Heart inside the Sacred Heart Seminary Complex is located along Lizarez Avenue in Bacolod City. It’s Gothic in design.

St. Joseph Parish Church, Iloilo City

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This is the St. Joseph Church at the heart of Iloilo City, Iloilo Province. It’s just a few meters away from the Iloilo City Hall and from Plaza Libertad.

Tuesday, November 5, 2013

The Jaro Belfry

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The Jaro Belfry is located in Jaro – a district of Iloilo City. It’s located in the Jaro Plaza just across the street from the Jaro Cathedral.

After the MassKara Festival 2013, we spent two days in Iloilo and toured the city and nearby towns.

Sunday, November 3, 2013

Peacock-Inspired Mask

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This is one of the masks used by the performers of MassKara 2013 – an annual festival celebrated in Bacolod City.