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Jan 7, 2020 · Directed by Alvin Yapan, “Culion” is a moving new addition to the Philippines’ growing list of masterful historical narratives told through film. Starring Iza Calzado, Jasmine Curtis-Smith, and Meryll Soriano, this two-hour-and-25-minute film takes audiences back in time to the brink of World War II to the leprosarium of Culion Island.
Oct 27, 2019 · Actresses Iza Calzado, Jasmin Curtis-Smith, and Merryl Soriano play lead roles in the feature film Culion, a Metro Manila Film Festival 2019 official entry. What started as a dream eight years ago to tell the rich history of Culion is now a motion picture with a mission to help eliminate the leper-related stigma associated with the island town ...
The rich history of Culion, as recorded, dates back to 1622 with the missionaries of the Order of the Augustinian Recollects reaching the island and spreading Christianity throughout the island and the other parts of the province of Palawan that was originally named Paragua province.
Aug 27, 2017 · CULION, Palawan - A tall gate stands firm a few steps away from the port of Culion Island in Palawan, welcoming visitors to Barangay Libis. Hermie “Pastor” Villanueva, a 47-year-old tour guide, stood under the gate. “Leproso,” he said, gesturing to one side of the gate. “Sano,” he added, indicating the other side.
Apr 5, 2022 · About the Church/History. The Culion Church was a former fortress established by the Augustinian missionaries who first came to the island, aiming to build a parish in 1622. However, with the continuous Moro attacks, they were forced to construct a defense fortress in 1740.
Taking in the history and what's new of Culion from Pastro Hermie would definitely enhance the experience a lot. Some practicalities: - boat services operated by Montenegro Shipping Lines run at 6am, 10am and 2pm from Coron to Culion, and return to Coron at 8am, 12pm and 4pm (minus the 6am and 8am services on Sundays).
Apr 30, 2013 · Hotel Maya is also an important historical spot in Culion We did the Culion Historical Walking Tour after we placed our bags in the room. The Culion Museum and Archives gave me chills (in a good and appreciative way) and transformed me from an eager tourist to a semi-sentimental visitor.
