Santo NiƱo is well loved image found in almost anywhere in the country. The image of infant Jesus as a small boy typically dressed in full military regalia, policeman or ordinary dress called ( palaboy).
different images of Santo NiƱo
Other cities in the Philippines, including Cebu, Tondo, Pandacan, Malolos, Bustos, Malabon, Kalibo, Tacloban, Panay, Bacolod, have their own particular images of the Santo NiƱo, many dating back to the 16th century.
Santo NiƱo de Cebu
There are over a dozen images that were exhibited at the the Knights of Columbus site within General Luna street in Intramuros.
Santo NiƱo de Butchoy
Santo NiƱo de Principe
Santo NiƱo in full regalia
Santo NiƱo de Principe
Some of the images are family heirloom pieces and were handed down from several generations.
Santo NiƱo de Butchoy
The exhibit runs from January 7 to February 1, 2019 Mondays to Fridays from 7:00 am to 4:30 pm. It is open to the general public.
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