Sinulog Festival was a blast! Though there were lesser contingents this year the level of fun and excitement is still high.
Sinanduloy, Sinulog-Based Winner
Yesterday’s grand parade has attracted a crowd of almost 5 million. There were 44 contingents that participated in the street dancing competiton which started at 9 in the morning was was capped by a grand finale number at 7PM. everyone was tired but still on high spirit.
I walked the entire route of the parade which is 5.+ kilometers to take photos while the sun is still up.
Lumad Basakanon, Free Interpretation 2nd place
All in all the Sinulog Festival was a huge success. Despite all the economic crisis, various contingents were still able to put up a good show even if budgets are limited.
The Sinanduloy Cultural Dance troupe of tangub city were declared the winner in the Sinulog-based Category. It was a grand comeback for the group after they just landed 2nd place in last year’s contest. Sinanduloy was be bet for the SB category. I knew all along that they were going to bring home the bacon.
Osmeña High School, SB 2nd place
Lumad Basakanon, the Free interpretation winner for 2006 to 2008 settled only for the second place. Though the group has a new routine and music, they were still overpowered by the Buyugan festival from Abuyog leyte, which has really captured the attention of the crowd.
Buyugan Festival, FI Category winner
Sergio Osmeña high School was really lovely in their performance. they were so elegant in their Filipiniana costume.
I will upload more photos soon. I just need to take a rest now, as my body still aches from the 10-kilometer walk I did yesterday.
Alcoy Siloy, SB category 4th Placer
Lanao del norte, FI Category 4th Place winner
Pakol Festival, SB 5th Place winner
Karatong Festival of Dulag, Leyte
Check the list of Sinulog 2009 winners
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Sinulog 2009 Photos
