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Iloilo City (CNN Philippines) — With thousands of domestic and foreign visitors packing various festival activities, Dinagyang’s return to the city’s streets exceeded expectations, according to Mayor Jerry P. Treñas.
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A “complete success” was how he described the festival’s return to a face-to-face celebration after two years of restrictions due to the coronavirus pandemic.
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“Everyone wanted a strong comeback. It was a complete success and this showed that Dinagyang and our Sto. Niño are beyond politics,” said Treñas.
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The Dinagyang Festival is known far and wide for its participants’ impressive choreography and striking costumes that reflect Ilonggo ingenuity, craftsmanship and artistry.
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