The solemn procession around the Basilica of the Black Nazarene in Manila
The solemn procession around the Basilica of the Black Nazarene in Manila is held on January 9. The event glorifies Jesus of Nazareth, presented in the form of a sculpture of the black Christ carrying his cross. This event in the first decade of the month January is annual. 
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The Archdiocese of Manila receives about 12 million pilgrims for the traditional procession of the Black Nazarene.
The celebration begins on January 1 and ends on the 9th with the great procession through the streets of the capital.
According to tradition, the ship caught fire during the voyage, but the image of Christ was miraculously saved from the fire by turning to black. Despite the damage, the people of Manila decided to preserve and honor the image.
Since then, the statue has been called the Black Nazarene and popular belief says that many people have been healed of illnesses by touching the surface.
Similar holidays and events, festivals and interesting facts
Last Day of the Year or Bisperás ng Bagong Taón on December 31 (The special holiday between Rizal Day and New Year's Day in the Philippines);
Portfolio Day in January on January 14
Sinulog Festival in the Philippines on January 19 (celebrated on the third Sunday in January);
The Philippines Constitution Day on February 2
Dom Justo Takayama on February 3 (the Philippines and Japan);
Evelio Javier Day on February 11 (Panay Island, the Philippines);
Musikahan Festival on February 21 (Tagum City, the Philippines)