It is a major festival of romance to highlight Valentine’s Day held in Tanjay City, Negros Oriental, island of Visayas, Philippines every February 1- February 28 of each year.
Tanjay City, Negros Accidental, one of the young city in the country culminates its annual Festival of Hearts that offers a truly captivating two -week celebration of romance, love and affection. The grand celebration falls on the Valentines Day as it features Harana (Serenade), Baile ng Bayan (Town Fiesta filled with dance til you drop motif), Mass Wedding/Renewal of Vows and the coronation of the Miss Valentines winner. This celebration is truly a Festival to look for since you'll be able to feel the love in the air and the tender loving care seems to be contagious.
February here it comes… This is a very romantic festival celebration expressing and pampering one’s beloved. The idea behind this tradition is to celebrate love, get love and give love to everyone around us. At first, Valentines Day is exclusively associated for couples only but in the long run the festival is seen in a larger perspective. A lot of customs and traditions are being observed around the world such as exchanging of cards, flowers and gifts.
Filipinos have always been known as romantic people. It is obviously seen during the special day of hearts when they wear red shirts (for those who search for their perfect match), giving red roses to their love ones, holding hands in malls, public plazas, on crowded movie houses, restaurants and for those who search for a more romantic scene, they choose to bring their dates to the beach.
