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Ati Atihan

Philippines
11 Jan 2024

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18 Jan 2024

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About Ati Atihan

Held in the month of January, Ati Atihan is one of the famous festivals of Philippines. Held in honor of Santo Nio Infant Jesus, it is amongst the wildest fiestas of the state. The literal meaning of Ati Atihan is make believe Atis, is week long festival celebrated with full vigor. A festival to watch out for, especially the parade where celebrants paint their mouth with different colour. Often considered as the fun and colorful festival, ATI ATIHAN is visited by number of travelers from all across the world in order to view the splendour of this festival held in Philippines. Also known as the Filipino Mardis Gras, it is an annual fest that takes place in 3rd Weekend of January every year in Kalibo, Aklan Panay Island. It rejoices the arrival or gift of the Santo Nio by Magellan to the native Queen of Cebu in 1521 and is celebrated by hyperactive merriment on the streets What makes it different from other festivals is the informal outlook where anyone can participate the fest with full zest. The main attractions of the festival is the the native dance competitions pitched to rhythmic and mesmerizing drumbeats that run nonstop for several days. Originated in 13th century, the Ati Atahan has a long history to support its existence and thereby to proclaim the rich past associated with it. The colourful parade with dancing tribal troupes voicing the slogan - Puera pasma! Hala Bira! Viva Santo Nino, makes it a spectacular event of Philippines.

 

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