Manila Remembers - People’s Power Day

People's Power Monument, Manila - Courtesy www.edu-tourph.com

People’s Power Day is recognized as a day of social and political endorsement when Manila revisits its faith in solidarity. Perhaps no where else but in Manila can the people celebrate the occasion with as much fervor as they celebrate other events representing social, religious and communal beliefs.

The bloodless People Power Revolution of February 27, 1986 ending a despotic 20-year rule is a much celebrated event in Manila. Epifanio de los Santos Avenue in Manila becomes a hot spot each year on February 25 to commemorate People’s Power Day.

This commemoration of the bloodless uprising, better known as People Power Revolution starts with a Mass. Such ritualistic beginnings are followed by a program of speeches and performances at the nearby People Power Monument. It is a sight to behold the mass of Filipinos congregating in a show of strength.

Former leaders head these festivities just as they led and inspired the people that defied the infamous tyrannical regime. Known as “the revolution that surprised the world”, this mass mobilization of Filipinos occurs with much gusto and a show of solidarity.

People once again take to the streets of Manila to remember and re-dedicate themselves, led on by the inspirational speeches and performances. Manila well known for its jovial spirit and festivities is not averse to celebrating social or communal facets of its people. Traditional festivities like ushering in the New Year or the new harvesting season are occasions that attract tourists from across the world.

This is yet another singular aspect projected in Manila that adds to its cultural richness. Its a great time for remembrances of things past as also a perfect time to coincide your visit to beautiful Manila.