Sri Lanka recently (20th August 2024) released the longest stamp in the world with the theme of ‘Esela Perahera‘ measuring at 205mm. At the time, it beat the Philippines longest stamp measuring 200mm which was released on 12th June 2024.
Taking back the reins, Philippine Postal Corporation (PHLPost) has unveiled its special 2024 Christmas Stamps featuring “Simbang Gabi sa Ilog Pasig”(Christmas Dawn Masses along Pasig River), which is currently the world’s longest postage stamps and a heartfelt tribute to the cherished Filipino Catholic tradition of Simbang Gabi held coinciding with the simultaneous Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony at Kartilya ng Katipunan (City Hall Park) on Friday, November 29 2024.
Measuring at 234mm in length and 40mm in height, this artistic masterpiece by Gelo Andres by Renacimiento Manila celebrates the holiday spirit by featuring the 9 iconic churches along the historic Pasig River. These are Binondo Church, Quiapo Church, Manila Cathedral Church, Sta. Ana Church, San Felipe Neri Church, San Pedro Macati Church, Guadalupe Church, Pasig Church and Antipolo Church.
Sources:
https://phlpost.gov.ph/cpt-press-releases/phlpost-unveiled-the-worlds-longest-stamp/
https://www.abs-cbn.com/news/nation/2024/12/1/phlpost-launches-world-s-longest-usable-stamp-0925
