Marinduque Penitent

The Pagsusunong ng Pupuwa is a penance ritual by women in Gasan, Marinduque. Women paticipants are garbed in long black garments, their heads crowned with pupuwa leaves which completely hide their faces. The penitents walk barefoot during the procession around Gasan, praying the rosary while following religious images.

This photo is part of the exhibit of the National Museum branch in Marinduque.