The Sagayan Festival, held every July during the Araw ng Lanao Del Norte, celebrates the province’s cultural heritage. It features the Sagayan, a war dance depicting the adventures of Datu Bantugan from the Darangen epic, symbolizing peace and community unity
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The Kaamulan Festival, held annually in Malaybalay City, Bukidnon, celebrates the cultures of the province’s seven indigenous groups. The festival features street dancing, a float parade, and cultural presentations, showcasing traditional rituals and woven costumes.
A must-try in Bukidnon, binaki is a steamed corn cake that is both delicious and a highlight of theregion’s agriculture. “Binaki” means “frog-like” in the local dialect, referring to the cake’s distinct shape.
Clarin House of Suman, located in Misamis Occidental, is famous for its wide variety of suman, including flavors like ube, langka, mango, and durian. Established in 2009, it has become a popular spot for locals and tourists, selling 3,000 to 5,000 pieces daily, along with other kakanin and sweet treats
Chicken Surol, a traditional dish from Camiguin, is similar to Tinolang Manok but creamier due to coconut milk. It features kalabo (Mexican oregano) for a minty flavor, though it is often replaced with lemongrass or local oregano. Variations may include pork, beef, and seafood.
Sinuglaw is a unique dish that combines grilled pork and fish with vinegar, lemon, and local ingredients like tabon-tabon. This Mindanawon favorite is enhanced with cucumbers, chilis, and peppercorns, giving it a distinct citrusy flavor.
Dioyo River in Sapang Dalaga, Misamis Occidental, is famed for its emerald-green waters, lush mangrove sanctuary, and enchanting river cruise. The journey features bioluminescent plankton, a visit to the Caluya Shrine with its 55-foot Christ the Redeemer statue, and breathtaking sunset views of Murcielagos Bay.
Lake Nunungan, nestled in Mount Inayawan Range Natural Park, boasts pristine waters and lush surroundings, making it a serene escape for nature lovers. Home to diverse wildlife and a rich aquatic ecosystem, the lake offers peaceful boat rides while promoting sustainable ecotourism.
The critically-endangered hawksbill turtles frequently return to the shores of Magsaysay, Misamis Oriental, to lay their eggs, leading the Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR) to designate the area as a critical habitat. These turtles are vital to marine biodiversity, and conservation efforts protect their nesting sites, offering a rare chance to witness hatchlings make their way to the sea.
One of the world’s biggest flowers reaching 80cm in diameter, this endangered beauty is best enjoyed from a distance because of its distinct pungent scent. Sightings of this rare bloom have been recorded in the municipalities of Baungon and Lantapan, Bukidnon, at the foot of the Mt. Kitanglad Range Natural Park.