Happy Fiesta Dagupenos!
Posted on December 13, 2006 - Filed Under Punch Forum |
Ms.Ric
13 Jan 2006
Hopefully, businesses around the city are already showing a better bottom line. This month long fiesta might just be what the city needs to boost economy, even for just a limited time. I realize it must be a grueling 31-manic days if you live or work in the area, but speaking strictly from a tourist’s point of view, I love visiting the city around Christmas time, so I can stay for the fiesta. I don’t go back “home” often, but when I do, there’s something about Dagupan Fiesta that’s quite magical and endearing.If you haven’t been back for a while, let me try and sell you a vacation worth every cent: The whole city is lit up and dressed up. The people are very hospitable and are genuinely friendly. Take a walk by the cathedral for a gorgeous light display and eavesdrop on angelic carols emanating from within. Walk into a mall and fall in love with all those catchy things you want to bring back that’ll fit in those balikbayan boxes. For what its worth, try the public market. There’s absolutely something for everyone!
You can’t walk the streets of Dagupan without sampling most of that food either – find some Calasiao puto, but make sure there are enough of those pink, chalky tablets around. And don’t leave town without trying public transportation. Usually, the brakes don’t work where you’re sitting, traffic lights are all shades of green, and keep all body parts well inside the vehicle. Oh and don’t forget to bring the two most important stuff: lots of patience and a ton of sense of humor.
Happy Fiesta Dagupenos! Wish I were there!
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