Marinduque is an island province of the Philippines located in the MIMAROPA region inLuzon. Its capital is Boac. Marinduque lies between Tayabas Bay to the north and Sibuyan Sea to the south. It is located south and west of Quezon, east of Mindoro, and north of Romblon.
Abundant fine beaches can be found in the province from affordable to high-end resorts, majestic waterfalls and caves. Beautiful and historical churches can also be found. The Luzon datum believe to be the center of the Philippines and the mother of all data and geological surveys can also be found here.
The Moriones festival also plays a prominent role in Marinduque's culture. Marinduque is famous for this annual Moriones Festival locally known as "Moryonan". During the month of March or April, parades and celebrations can be seen on the streets. In Santa Cruz, Gasan, Boac, and Mogpog, a parade of people dressed as "Moryons" can be seen on the main road connecting the towns of the island. Boac and Sta. Cruz, the biggest town in the province, shows a reenactment in the evening of the actual event when Longinus, a blind soldier, punctures Jesus with his spear and blood droplets from the wound restores Longinus' sight.
Marinduque Province is resided with various religious sects, Catholics make up the number. Several Aglipay, Mormons, Iglesia ni Cristo, and various Protestant- Born Again- bouds the island.
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