Parol - Wikipedia Parols are traditionally constructed using bamboo and Japanese paper, and are illuminated with candles, oil lamps, or carbide lamps Modern parols can be made using other materials such as plastic, metal, and capiz shells and are usually illuminated with electric lighting
Parol: The Filipino Christmas Lantern Filipinos call the local version of the Christmas lantern “parol” The traditional lantern is a five-point star made of bamboo sticks and colored Japanese paper or cellophane Originally, people place a lighted candle inside during nighttime but due to fire accidents, they switched to LED twinkling lights
ShopFarols | Filipino Parols and Capiz Illuminate your celebrations with the radiant glow of our parols, a symbol of unity and light Every product is a testament to the craftsmanship of the Philippines
Parol: A symbol of Filipino Christmas Spirit - The Mixed Culture One of the most iconic symbol of Filipino Christmas spirit, is the Christmas lantern or locally known as “paról” The star-shaped lanterns are displayed hanging outside the house, along the busy streets of the cities and even in provincial towns and small villages
Make a Parol - a Filipino Christmas Lantern : 9 Steps (with . . . Making a Parol - a Filipino traditional star-shaped Christmas lantern, is something I loved doing growing up It is mainly made up of bamboo, strings, and japanese craft gift paper but the ones hung outside (lighted with a bulb) can be made of tougher plastic, capiz (shells), or any other transparent translucent materials
Filipino Parol: A Symbol of Celebration in the Philippines Parol symbolism remains a potent symbol of hope, faith, and unity among Filipinos Its presence in homes, streets, and churches from September through January illustrates its integral role in Filipino Christmas celebrations