By Euronews
with AFP
Thousands gather to take part in the statue's procession through the streets
Two people have died in Manila during a traditional religious procession.
Hundreds were also injured in the parade of the Black Nazarene which dates back to 1607.
[News5] Black Nazarene traslacion in CDO draws 200,000 https://t.co/MpBpjPHWoZ
— PHL News Online (@PHLNewsOnline) January 9, 2016
Two devotees pulling the carriage holding the image of the Black Nazarene during its proce… https://t.co/4QPom1Cc8Opic.twitter.com/FjXo8vnz1n
— The Varsitarian (@varsitarianust) January 10, 201690 percent of Philippinos are Catholic. They believe the statue grants wishes and enacts miracles.
