Sanglad Festival, ipinagdiriwang sa Sto. Tomas, La Union

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00:00The 6th Sanglad Festival was held in Santo Tomas, La Union

00:04where various activities were held.

00:08Let's take a look at the story of Floyd Brenz.

00:14Sanglad Festival in Santo Tomas, La Union is an important tradition for fishermen.

00:20This tradition began when Our Lady Virgen del Mar Cuativa arrived in 1845

00:28to lead a fluvial parade in Rao, La Union.

00:33In its 6th year, it was held on July 10 and ended on July 20, 2024.

00:40This culture was pioneered by Father Fontanilla in 2016.

00:47The festival started with a holy mass and feeding program of barangay.

00:52The occasion also highlighted the various activities

00:55to encourage the residents to excel in their talents.

00:59Various activities were held such as the Dress Like Mary Contest,

01:05Altar Setup Contest,

01:12Interpretative Dance,

01:18and of course, the highlight of the festival, Fluvial Procession.

01:27It was also really encouraged by tourists.

01:31The adherence to the tradition symbolizes the deep faith and devotion

01:37of Our Lady Virgen del Mar Cuativa, the patron saint of fishermen.

01:42It is believed that aside from the abundance of fishermen,

01:46they are free to sail and save themselves from any danger in the sea.

01:51Floyd Brents for Pambansang TV in Bagong, Philippines.