BELIEFS AND PRACTICES

BELIEFS AND PRACTICES

There are a few superstitious beliefs that are well known among the locals in the Municipality of Alicia. They are generally exposed to these notions at a very young age through bedtime stories or children's books. If locals don't take care to obey them, a curse is thought to afflict them.

One of its undeniable practices of Aliciano’s are the use of Superstition & Religion. Part of its famous practices here when the “Semana Santa” have been celebrated is that, “Not to eat pork or meat” and another is that saying bad words as you will called to be a “Hudyo” or “Hudas”. In the superstitious beliefs, here are some of the common superstitious beliefs used in Alicia, Isabela: Bad Luck Awaits When You Sweep at Dusk, Resting Your Chin in Your Hands Brings Bad Luck, A Utensil Can Be Used to Tell a Visitor's Gender, A Black Cat Crossing the Street Is Bad Luck, Ears Can Tell How Long You'll Live, and Jump High to Gain Height.

According to the new tourism representatives of Municipality of Alicia, they are not that inclined with the superstitious beliefs that was catered by our ancestors. It is because of their own beliefs and experiences as they grow and explore life. Here is an actual interview about the beliefs and practices of the Alicia’s Tourism Representatives: 

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A typical Mythical creature evolved in different stories through time. These kind of creatures and stories about them is still audible in the Municipality of Alicia. It is mostly used to scare a child to obey their parents and some are because of uncertain events that happens in their barangay.

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