The Moriones is a lenten festival held annually on Holy Week on the island of Marinduque, Philippines. The "Moriones" are men and women in costumes and masks replicating the garb of biblical Roman soldiers as interpreted by local folks.
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Here's a list of other festivals in Marinduque: Haring Karabaw Festival (Santa Cruz, January) Kalutang Festival (February) Gasang-Gasang Festival (Gasan, Easter Sunday) Kangga Festival (Mogpog, May) Kalesayahan sa Gasan (Gasan, August) Bila-Bila Festival (Boac, December)
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The Moriones
The Moriones is a lenten festival held annually on Holy Week on the island of Marinduque, Philippines. The "Moriones" are men and women in costumes and masks replicating the garb of biblical Roman soldiers as interpreted by local folks.
Haring Karabaw Festival (Santa Cruz, January)
Kalutang Festival (February)
Gasang-Gasang Festival (Gasan, Easter Sunday)
Kangga Festival (Mogpog, May)
Kalesayahan sa Gasan (Gasan, August)
Bila-Bila Festival (Boac, December)
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Moriones Festival
Explanation:
Festivals. The Moriones Festival is an annual festival, locally known as "Moryonan", celebrated in Marinduque from March to April.
In Santa Cruz, Gasan, Boac, and Mogpog, a parade of people dressed as "Moryons" can be seen on the main road connecting the towns of the island.
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