The Miss Bicolandia Beauty Pageant is the region’s most prestigious beauty contest. This year’s edition brings together aspirants from various parts of Kabikolan, each one a paradigm of Bicolana beauty and grace.
While the traditional Kinalas recipe remains a steadfast favorite among locals, over time the dish has naturally evolved, as Nagueños put their own twist on the classic. From shifts in the type of noodles used to variations in toppings and seasonings, Kinalas demonstrates a delightful flexibility.
Wawek’s twist on the traditional kinalas dish earned for it top prize in the 2024 Kinalas Festival.
Kinalas is an iconic Naga dish. From its carefully prepared broth to its unique brown gravy, Kinalas offers a rich and satisfying experience that reflects the heart and soul of Bicol. For both locals and visitors, indulging in a bowl of Kinalas is a journey into the flavors and traditions that define Naga.
This year marks the 100th year since the icon was officially crowned by the Pope.
Further spread of the devotion to Ina is credited to Bishop Francisco Gainza, who arrived here in 1863. He made it his priority after facilitating the imprimatur on the Novena to Our Lady. He sought the church’s renovation and made it the permanent home of Ina. He also institutionalized the holding of the traslacion procession to the Naga Cathedral on the Friday before the Feast of the Holy Name of Mary.
The reported miracle of the dog who swam back to her master is only one among many miracles linked to the Virgin. In fact, the devotion to Our Lady of Peñafrancia is deeply rooted in numerous miracles attributed to her intercession.
A son of a Spanish official who studied at the University of Sto. Tomas but was ordained and became a parish priest and vicar general of the Diocese of Nueva Caceres brought the Lady of Peñafrancia to Naga.
The devotion’s roots go back to a Sanctuary in Salamanca, Spain, and begins with a Frenchman named Simon, a pious man who had renounced worldly wealth for a life devoted to the Virgin Mary.
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