If you get sick, first of all you will go to the doctor. The doctor will give you medicines according to your illness and you will take them to get well. But what if we say that there is an island in this world, where any kind of illness is treated not by doctors and medicines, but by witchcraft. Let us tell you about this island today.
Which island is this?
The island we are talking about is in the Philippines. The name of this island is Siquijor. It is said about this island that here any illness is treated not by medicines but by witchcraft and local herbs.
Actually, witchcraft has been used on this island of the Philippines for centuries. The use of witchcraft for treatment is so common here that people from all over the world come here to get their treatment. According to a BBC report, the treatment process on this island was started by Spanish travelers who believed in Catholic religion.
What is the treatment process?
Treatment with witchcraft and local herbs has been going on here since the 16th century. Actually, there are two layers of this treatment. One which cures you physically and the other which cures you mentally. Here, people who treat with witchcraft and local herbs first give the herbs to the patient by mixing them in water. After this comes the turn of witchcraft. People come here from far and wide to get treatment.
Let us tell you, many types of herbs are found on this island. Patients are treated with these herbs. If you go here from India for treatment, then your expenses will be between 200 to 300 rupees only. According to reports, people here take payment in Philippines’ currency Peso, which can be between 100 to 200. However, if the tantrik is big and famous, then the amount of treatment can be even higher.
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