Sinadya sa Halaran is one of Roxas City’s most important annual events and is fusion of two festivals – “Sinadya” (City) and “Halaran” (Province) which literally means joy in sharing and thanksgiving. It is celebrated on December 4-8 to commemorate the religious activities that embody the true Capiceño spirit. The highlights of the celebration are the Dancing Parade, ”Higantes”, Fluvial Parade, Fireworks display, Mutya sa Halaran beauty pageant, Coronation of the Fiesta Queen, and Agri-Aqua Trade Fair.
Roxas City, Seafood Capital of the Philippines
It is simple, laid-back & very inexpensive. Accommodation in cottages, hotels and resorts are available.
San Antonio Resort is
a charming destination that is one of the Best rewards you can give
yourself, divine sunsets, leisurely gateways and honeymooners, It is for
anyone looking for the idyelic retreat, spectacular beach, incredible
sights and endless activities, like swimming in the pool, boating etc.
It located at Brgy. Baybay, and Beach front.
For travellers who need to mix business and pleasure there are
seminars facilities designed for small or big events with rooms spacious
enough on a group of 100 persons.
Resto-bar called Sand Bar just across
San Antonio Resort.
Fresh crabs, sugpo, shrimps, bangus, barbeques, fresh talaba is cheap and available.
Suites an inviting white abode ready to house guests in its spacious
rooms an fill their bellies with most scrumptious dishes from their
in-house restaurant, all rooms are equipped with air-conditioning, hot
and cold showers, television sets.
Foods are not so expensive, they go for quality NOT quantity. San
Antonio, focuses on the variety, taste, balance and overall
theme/identity of the menu as a whale.
They had trained personnel and reasonable prices.
Tourist Attractions:
BAYBAY BEACH – The 11 kms. Stretch of Beach is the prime tourist
destination of Roxas City. It is pristine and quiet along Beach can also
be found resorts, hotels (where San Antonio Resort is located) and
restaurants (like Sand Bar) that serve the best seafood in city. The
Beach is pn;y a 10 minutes ride from the City Proper.
LA PLAYA DE ROXAS – Located at Brgy. Baybay, this Park by the sea has
been dubbed “the people’s park”. Here, one can watch the sunrise in the
east6 and the sunset at the west.
SINADYA SA HALARAN – Which means “Joy in Sharing” is the City’s much
awaited annual festival held every December to commemorate the feast of
our Lady of the Immaculate Conception. Various activities that showcase
the true Capiceño Spirit are held for the benefit of everyone whether
they are residents or visitors to the City. The highlights of the
celebration are the Parade of Festivals, the Prosesyon sa Suba,
spectacular fireworks the Koronasyon sang Reyna, the Mutya sang Sinadya
sa Halaran, Food Festival with Live Bands, native sports competitions,
Dilayag Races, water sports, Sina-ot sa Kalye and many more.
Heritage Paradise
Sta. Monica Church & Panay Bell, Panay, Capiz
One of the oldest churches in the country, Sta. Monica church was
built on 1774, with Majestic Baroque influenced defined by the use of
attached coupled piers in couinthean style, the architect use of the
facade is articulated following the tenets of the Baroque Movement. It
was declared a National Landmark by the National Historical Institute of
the Philippines on 1997. In the Topmost tier of its five-level belfry
is the Biggest and Most Likely the heaviest Christian Bell in Asia which
was cast in 1878 using 70 sacks of coins. It is about 7 ft. in height
& 5 ft. in diameter and weighs 10.4 tons.
Travel to Roxas - getting there
Roxas City has its own airport with regular flights from Manila (45
minutes). Ships also sail to Roxas port and there are buses from places
such as Iloilo (2 hours) and Boracay (4 hours). Alternatively, you can
get a boat all the way here from Manila (16 hours).
In brief
Worth it? Only if you want to sample fresh seafood or take the slow ferry from Manila.
What to do: dine on fresh seafood, take a boat trip to one of the nearby towns or cities, sunbathe on the beach.
Best time to go: during the cool, dry season between February and May.
How long? A day or less is enough time to see Roxas.
Trivia: Roxas is known as the seafood capital of the Philippines.
Roxas attractions
- Baybay Beach: this pretty stretch of sand is particularly popular at
the weekends and is a great place to escape the hustle and bustle of
the city.
Events
- Sinadya Sa Halaran: celebrated in the first week of December, this
festival commemorates the founding of Roxas and the city's status as the
seafood capital of the Philippines.
