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#MSLens | US envoy Carlson joins 2024 Belenismo in Tarlac

US Ambassador to the Philippines MaryKay Carlson attended the annual “Belenismo sa Tarlac” Festival on Saturday, 09 November 2024, to usher in the long Christmas season in the Philippines.

Carlson had fun taking photos and selfies at the event organized by the Tarlac Heritage Foundation. This year’s ‘Belenismo’ features 62 giant displays of the legendary ‘nativity scene.’

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US Ambassador to the Philippines MaryKay Carlson takes a photo of one of the belens featured at the 2024 Belenismo sa Tarlac festival. (Photo by Manny Palmero)

The annual tradition was launched 17 years ago by its founders Doña Isabel Cojuangco Suntay and her daughter, Dr. Isa Cojuangco Suntay.

US Ambassador to the Philippines MaryKay Carlson (extreme left) with the Tarlac Heritage Foundation founders Doña Isabel Cojuangco Suntay and her daughter, Dr. Isa Cojuangco Suntay. (Photo by Manny Palmero)

It has since become a staple for residents and visitors alike in Tarlac every holiday season, showcasing the Central Luzon province as the “Belen Capital of the Philippines.”

Photo by Manny Palmero

Carlson expressed her joy at witnessing the unique talents of the Tarlaqueños through their intricate Belen creations.

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