This is part of the rituals in celebrating Sinulog-Santo Niño Festival which shows how much devoted Catholics are. This is done by participating a holy mass followed by singing "Bato-babalani" song while waving up the hand to show respect or greetings to the patron Sr. Sto Niño.
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