Bouncing on Words

When foreigners hear about Philippines, most likely, they associate the place readily to fiestas (festivals). Being predominantly Catholic, the country holds hundreds of these distinct, colorful festivities every year to commemorate respective patron saints or religious events. The highlight of every feast is the Santacruzan. Before, only sons and daughters of the elite can join such highlight, but now, everyone is welcome to take part to the event. Come month of May in the Philippines, the place blooms not just because of the flowers but because of the festivals as well.