Parol - Wikipedia
A parol (pronounced, US: / p ɑː ˈ r oʊ l / ⓘ, also written as paról or parul, from Spanish farol, meaning lantern) is a Filipino ornamental lantern displayed during the Christmas season. Parols are traditionally constructed using bamboo and Japanese paper, and are illuminated with candles, oil lamps, or carbide lamps.
Parol: The Filipino Christmas Lantern - Christmas in the Philippines
A parol represents the joyous celebration of Christmas in the Philippines. The star, like that of Bethlehem, serves as marker for homes during the season.
Parol: A symbol of Filipino Christmas Spirit - The Mixed Culture
2013年12月15日 · One of the most iconic symbol of Filipino Christmas spirit, is the Christmas lantern or locally known as “paról”. The star-shaped lanterns are displayed hanging outside the house, along the busy streets of the cities and even in provincial towns and small villages.
The History of Parol and It's Importance in Every Filipino …
The bazaar sells parols (lanterns), which start at PhP400 and for those who prefer more conventional patterns for Christmas this year, there are also parols made of abaca. You will definitely receive your money’s worth for only Php450 because Abaca is renowned for being exceptionally strong and long-lasting.
Philippines Christmas Parol
2024年3月5日 · Discover the beauty of the Philippines Christmas Parol, the traditional star-shaped lantern that brightens the holiday season with its festive glow.
The Parol: A Beacon of Filipino Christmas Spirit
2024年12月21日 · The history of the parol traces back to the Spanish colonial period in the Philippines. The word "parol" originates from the Spanish word farol, which means "lantern." Introduced by Spanish missionaries, the parol was initially used to light the way to churches for the traditional Simbang Gabi (a series of early morning masses leading up to ...
Filipino Parol: A Symbol of Celebration in the Philippines
2024年3月29日 · A unique and vibrant symbol of celebration lights up the Philippines—the Parol. This traditional Filipino lantern has a rich history and cultural significance. It embodies the festive spirit and communal joy of Filipino Christmas.
‘A symbol of home’: Filipinos celebrate Christmas with a parol
2023年12月18日 · It’s a brightly lit, star-shaped lantern that’s usually about two feet across. The most common design is a five-pointed star with two tassels, but parols can have up to eight points and come in all kinds of colors. Historically, the parol originated after Spain colonized the Philippines in 1565.
The story of the Filipino Christmas parol and how to make one
2023年12月20日 · Filipinos around the world hold one Christmas symbol above the rest: the parol, a traditional ornamental lantern that adorns streets, homes, malls and buildings in the Philippines.
A symbol of Filipino Christmas: Looking back at the history of Parol
2022年9月1日 · Filipino Christmas celebrations are vibrant, vivacious, stuffed with customs, cheery, and undeniably dazzling. One of the causes is the Christmas lantern, also known as parol, which is the most iconic symbol of the Filipino Christmas spirit.