Manila, Dec. 30 -- The Binirayan Festival boosted tourism and the economy of Antique

Provincial Tourism and Cultural Affairs Office consultant Celestino Dalumpines said hotels, inns and resorts in the province were fully booked during the month-long celebration that culminated on Monday.

While he has yet to secure the statistics, he was told by accommodation establishments that they could hardly cater to their guests, while restaurants were full of diners.

The Pasundayag or trade fair, which showcased local products, generated a total sales of PHP2.5 million as of Dec. 29, Dalumpines said in an interview on Tuesday.

He added that tourists were not only spectators, but also participated in the Karsadyahan or merrymaking on Dec. 29.

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