The
yearly feast of the Black Nazarene is when devotees of the Black Nazarene walk
long hours through the streets of Manila as a ritual of ‘Translacion’ - a
Spanish word for ‘transfer.’ The Black Nazarene was carved by unnamed Mexican
in the 16th century then transferred to the Philippines in
1606. The feast also reenacts the transfer of the Black Nazarene
from the original location in Intramuros to different churches until it
was settled in Quiapo Church in 1787. As believed by many Filipinos, especially
Manileños, the Black Nazarene is believed to be miraculous; especially devotees
participate in the Feast itself.
Annually
a million devotees are expected to join the procession. Manila Mayor Isko
Moreno suspends classes and works in government offices on January 9 to give way
to the ‘Translacion’ of the Black Nazarene.
PROCESSION ROUTE:
Below are the following areas where the Translacion would pass through:
- Quirino Grandstand
- Katigbak Road through Padre Burgos Street
- Finance Road through Ayala Boulevard
- Palanca Street
- Quezon Boulevard
- Arlegui Street
- Fraternal Street
- Vergara Street
- Duque de Alba Street
- Castillejos Street
- Farnecio Street
- Arlegui Street
- Nepomuceno Street
- Concepcion Aguila Street
- Carcer Street
- Hidalgo through Plaza del Carmen
- Bilibid Viejo through Gil Puyat Street
- J.P De Guzman Street
- Hidalgo Street
- Quezon Boulevard
- Palanca Street through under Quezon Bridge
- Villalobos through Plaza Miranda
- Quiapo Church
HOW TO GO TO QUIAPO, MANILA:
Planning
to go Manila and join the feast? Since many roads would be closed and going
there via car or jeepney will be difficult, it is most advisable to take the
LRT to Quiapo, Manila. Here are ways you can get there via LRT1 and LRT2:
- Via LRT1 – get off at Recto Station, and then walk towards Quiapo Church from Claro M. Recto.
- Via LRT2 – get off at Carriedo Station or Central Station, and then walk towards Quiapo Church
ALWAYS BE SAFE:
Like
before, mobile phone signal will be turned off in the area for security
purposes and the entire route may be declared as a “no-fly zone” which means
drones and other flying devices will be prohibited.
Here
are a few more reminders for your safety:
- Leave all your valuables at home. If you are unable to, make sure to secure your phones properly. Note that for security purposes, mobile phone coverage is turned off in the area.
- Advise your family. Make sure that your house is properly secured before leaving. Turn off and unplug all electrical devices.
- Do wear comfortable clothes.
- Bring an ID with the contact information of your family members, in case of an emergency.
- Bring small snacks like crackers, candies, and drinking water.
- Avoid alcoholic drinks.
- For photographers, make sure to check the procession route and ask other experienced photographers for more vantage points.
As
mentioned above many people attend the Translacion, whether you’re a devotee
attending the Feast or just a civilian watching, it is always best to plan
ahead for you to appreciate it and also to be safe.
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