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Suppose the intricate beading and fiery color were not enough hints for figuring out the inspiration behind Catriona Gray's Ms. Universe-winning attire. In that case, I guess its moniker "Lava Gown" was a dead giveaway.
Having seen the Mayon Volcano up close, it's no wonder that the designer and the new Ms. Universe were so captivated to create an evening gown because of it.
The first time we saw this natural wonder in Albay, the volcano's perfect cone was barely visible due to a group of obstinate clouds unwilling to let visitors bask in the volcano's complete glory. Old folks, however, have a different interpretation of this matter.
But we only traveled 11 hours from Manila to Legazpi to be found wanting. That's why we watched the volcano like a hawk from every possible angle.
The good thing is, the Mayon is so mighty and resplendent that it's impossible to see anything else when you're traveling all over Legazpi.
That translates to many chances for photo-ops, selfies, and famfies.
I never expected anything associated with "lava" to be synonymous with something sexy. Still, designer Mak Tumang proved everyone wrong when Catriona Gray donned the intense-looking gown before she strutted down the 2018 Ms. Universe stage with what we now call the "lava walk."
Having seen the Mayon Volcano up close, it's no wonder that the designer and the new Ms. Universe were so captivated to create an evening gown because of it.
The first time we saw this natural wonder in Albay, the volcano's perfect cone was barely visible due to a group of obstinate clouds unwilling to let visitors bask in the volcano's complete glory. Old folks, however, have a different interpretation of this matter.
Legend has it that whenever the clouds envelop the mountain, Panganoron, the brave warrior who loved Magayon, the only daughter of the tribal chief of Rawis, is indeed kissing her; and, when the rains do trickle down the slopes, they are actually Panganoron's tears as he mourns for his lost love.
Clouds swirl around the world-famous Mayon Volcano in Albay.
But we only traveled 11 hours from Manila to Legazpi to be found wanting. That's why we watched the volcano like a hawk from every possible angle.
Clouds start dissipating around the world-famous Mayon Volcano in Albay.
The good thing is, the Mayon is so mighty and resplendent that it's impossible to see anything else when you're traveling all over Legazpi.
Mt. Mayon In All Its Glory
That translates to many chances for photo-ops, selfies, and famfies.
It's A Triumph In Itself Just to See Mt. Mayon
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