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Tens of thousands join massive Black Nazarene procession in the Philippines

The day-long event began before dawn, with devotees seeking to touch the centuries-old statue believed to confer blessings.

Published: 6:18pm, 9 Jan 2026

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Tens of thousands of barefoot Catholic devotees filled the streets of Manila for the annual Black Nazarene procession, one of the Philippines’ largest religious events. The day-long march began before dawn, with crowds swarming the historic statue of Jesus Christ to touch it or help pull its heavy carriage.

Tens of thousands join massive Black Nazarene procession in the Philippines

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The day-long event began before dawn, with devotees seeking to touch the centuries-old statue believed to confer blessings.