La Naval de Manila.
The Virgin of La Naval is venerated all over the country and was
declared the patroness of the Philippine Navy in 1975 by Archbishop
Mariano Gaviola in commemoration of the naval battle won by
Filipinos.
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Very nice set, I especially like the second image from the top, where almost everyone in the crowd is also taking photos. I think that underlines the importance, as everyone seems to want to keep a memory.
Posted by: SD | November 25, 2008 at 10:06 AM
merchandising is big business.
Posted by: max | November 20, 2008 at 09:53 AM
I like the photo of the mobile phone photo, something that appeals to my inner photographer and geek!
Posted by: Cléa | November 19, 2008 at 06:23 PM
i remember the fluvial parades of my youth seeing these images, sidney. thanks for bringing back those memories from my youth.
Posted by: lagalog | November 19, 2008 at 03:05 PM
is it really made from ivory?
Posted by: barry | November 19, 2008 at 12:25 PM
I remember something like this when I visited my Aunt. There's a procession with a statue.
Posted by: Shoshana | November 19, 2008 at 01:05 AM
The image looks very radiant on the altar.
I like the photo of the colored candles. Lighting candles in church is a tradition I like doing.
Posted by: Rach (Heart of Rachel) | November 18, 2008 at 03:37 PM
I like a lot the last picture !
Posted by: Marie | November 18, 2008 at 01:48 AM
These are gorgeous photos and that church is so beautiful. So glad you are back with your great photos and commentary. I have some catching up to do and this is definitely on my list.
Posted by: sandyz | November 18, 2008 at 01:47 AM
Lovely series. The 5th shot from the top is my fav :)
Posted by: Pradeep | November 18, 2008 at 01:06 AM
Beautiful interior. Loving the shots Sidney!
;)
Posted by: Kyels | November 18, 2008 at 12:36 AM
Il a raison Gérard. Mais il y a des fanatiques également en politique. Donc le sujet importe peu ;-)
Posted by: henri | November 17, 2008 at 11:57 PM
i particularly like the shot of the man taking a photo of the image thru his cellphone.
Posted by: dong ho | November 17, 2008 at 09:58 PM
Love the interior shots, beautiful images!
Posted by: Ashish Sidapara | November 17, 2008 at 08:16 PM
Love the church shots! And the istampitas. Did you attend service?
Posted by: joy | November 17, 2008 at 07:48 PM
Quel fanatisme
Posted by: Gérard Méry | November 17, 2008 at 06:37 PM
Thanks for the amazing entry as usual. I love the interior of Virgin of La Naval.
Posted by: Share | November 17, 2008 at 06:08 PM
la ferveur des croyants! tout un symbol dans ces photos
Posted by: objectif-p | November 17, 2008 at 02:25 PM
i see your current photo theme has shifted from gang tattoos to religion.
it's ironic that i've never visited this church...i always passed this by when commuting to UST for years.
Posted by: fortuitous faery | November 17, 2008 at 02:15 PM
...and I thought the Virgin of La Naval is the most photographed patron saint in the Philippines... :)
Posted by: dodongflores | November 17, 2008 at 01:17 PM
Funny, all those people wanting to take photos of the Virgin. As if she were a rock star.
Those pins/badges are stupid, religion shouldn't be commercial.
Posted by: pieterbie | November 17, 2008 at 01:12 PM
at first glance, i thought they were all raising their hands in prayer...they're taking pictures pala!:D
Posted by: luna miranda | November 17, 2008 at 11:47 AM
I love the look on the little girls face in the last photograph. Thanks for visiting my blog.
Posted by: Carver | November 17, 2008 at 10:28 AM
Sidney, I really like spending time here. I led a very sheltered life when I was in the Philippines. This made me get to know my childhood country as I've never known it. Thank you!
Posted by: Shoshana | November 17, 2008 at 10:01 AM
Hi Sydney, welcome back to the world of blogging. Have a good day!David
Posted by: David B Katague | November 17, 2008 at 08:29 AM