In pictures: Fernando Poe Jr's funeral

1 of 7 Some 300,000 people lined the streets as the hearse of Filipino movie star-turned presidential candidate Fernando Poe Jr, known as FPJ, made its way to Manila's North Cemetery.

2 of 7 His casket was drawn by a horse which co-starred alongside FPJ in some of his 200 films.

3 of 7 Chanting supporters held placards saying 'We love you.'

4 of 7 Security officials were on standby throughout the city, after the government warned that opposition groups might use the funeral to voice their political grievances.

5 of 7 Before he died, Poe had accused President Gloria Arroyo of electoral fraud. The Supreme Court has yet to give its ruling.

6 of 7 Poe's widow, Susan Roces, who is also an actress, sprinkled holy water over her husband's body.

7 of 7 Former President, and friend of FPJ, Joseph Estrada was allowed out of detention to attend the funeral.