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Segunda Solis Katigbak: The charming Lipeña who captivated Rizal’s young heart

In Lipa, Batangas, there is an attractive bahay na bato (a traditional Philippine ancestral home) that honors the memory of Segunda Solis Katigbak (1863-1943). She was the grand matriarch of the Katigbak … Continue reading Segunda Solis Katigbak: The charming Lipeña who captivated Rizal’s young heart

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Semana Santa in Lipa: badge of faith and prestige

Owning a santo—a religious image venerated in homes and processions—is a tradition introduced during the Spanish colonial period and remains a vital expression of faith in many Filipino Catholic communities … Continue reading Semana Santa in Lipa: badge of faith and prestige