Thousands flock to Manila South, North Cemeteries on All Saints’ Day

By Gabriela Baron

More people trooped to the Manila South and North Cemeteries to pay their respects to departed loved ones on All Saints’ Day, Nov. 1.

According to the Manila City government, a total of 225,261 visitors flocked to the Manila North Cemetery on Tuesday.

Meanwhile, a total of 204,486 individuals visited the Manila South Cemetery.

On Monday, Oct. 31, a total of 42,422 visitors were recorded at the Manila North Cemetery, while 16,500 people visited the Manila South Cemetery.

All public cemeteries in Manila are open from 5:00 a.m to 5:00 p.m.

 

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