Flying fishes

A scene in Maitum, Sarangani Province. A group of young performers' best attempt at imitating the movement of the flying fish locally known as bangsi.

The municipality of Maitum once again holds the annual Bangsi Festival come January 26-27, 2012 to honor its top produce - the bangsi and its by-products - as well as the fisherfolk community who capture and process them for livelihood.

Another day in paradise

Sunset as viewed from Kiamba, one of the underrated destinations in southern Mindanao, Philippines. Located in the western half of Sarangani Province about an hour's drive from General Santos City, Kiamba is largely an agricultural and fishing community and is home to the pristine waterfalls of Badtasan, Bokay-el, and Nalus; and the Tuka Marine Park, a premium site for diving and snorkeling. Recently it has also become the official home of professional boxing world champion Manny "Pacman" Pacquiao.

Just this February, the 6th Timpuyog (Unity) Festival was held to celebrate Kiamba's 62nd founding anniversary as a municipality.