Parol

Parol is a Christmas star-shaped lantern from the Philippines. The main idea for this lantern came from the star that guided the Three Kings to the manger where Jesus was born. It also symbolizes the hope and goodwill of the Filipinos during Christmas season. The term parol was derived from the Spanish word farol meaning lantern. Parol has become an iconic symbol of Christmas for the Filipinos which could be considered as the counter part of the Christmas Tree in the Western Culture. Usually being decorated in houses, streets, schools and other establishments in September along with other common Christmas decorations in the Philippines. These lanterns will remain until January after Epiphany to honor the Three Kings, which considered as the end of Christmas Celebration in the Philippines.