ZAMBOANGA HERMOSA FESTIVAL 2019 - Parade of Lights ( FLOAT COMPETITION) ...

Zamboanga Hermosa Festival is the grandest celebration in the city of Zamboanga, Philipines in honor of the Patron Saint Nuestra Señora La Virgen del Pilar which is conducted throughout the month of October. 

The feast day of the patronnes Nuestra Señora La Virgen del Pilar is on the 12th of October and much of the religious activities happen on the said date.

One of the highlights in the celebration of the Hermosa Festival is the Parade of Lights. The Participants of this event are some big companies in the city, organizations, and schools, who used to craft  astounding floats adorned with flickering lights. After the parade towards the center of the town, floats that are unique and magnificently created will win cash prizes courtesy of the city government of Zamboanga.

TRAVEL VLOG: Exploring Tawi-tawi, Philippines

What a marvelous opportunity if you happen to set your feet on the most admired island paradise in the Land of Promise, Mindanao, no other than TAWI-TAWI!

Dare to explore the sacred mountain, Bongao Peak also known as Bud Bongao located at Bongao, the capital town of Tawi-Tawi. Don't forget to bring banana to feed those hungry Philippine long-tailed Macaques as you do trekking toward the peak of the mountain.

More than that, you have to travel by sea if you visit the island dubbed as the Home of Boat builders, Sibutu, Tawi-Tawi. Kaban-kaban or natural pool, Tahing Beach, and Sheik Makdum Shrine are among the tourist attractions you can spot in the Island.

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Lumbia Hill Garden Resort, Ipil Zamboanga Sibugay: NUMBER 1 BEST TOURIS...

BAT ISLAND: SIAY, ZAMBOANGA SIBUGAY, PHILIPPINES

Zamboanga Peninsula in Mindanao, Philippines  is also  a hub of many wonders of nature. One of the places that will capture your heart is the municipality of Siay, Zamboanga Sibugay.  It is bounded my major municipalities of the province  which are Diplahan, Sibuguey Bay,  Kabasalan, and Imelda and its around 38 kilometers away from Ipil, 220  kilometers away from Dipolog City, and 180 kilometers away from Zamboanga City.

The "Kabug Island", one of the tourist spots of Siay, has been featured by some well known media outfit  and other  local and foreign Vloggers. Our journey towards the place is indelible because of the "naturific' moments you see, fell, and experience.

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LAMI-LAMIHAN FESTIVAL: Rekindles the Yakan Culture in Lamitan City, Basilan

What to expect in every month of June at Lamitan City, Basilan?

Away from the havoc of Covid-19, lamiteños always look forward to a more vibrant founding anniversary that falls every 29th of June. The local government of Lamitan City, through the tourism department, used to come up various festive activities to ignite a joyous Lami-Lamihan Festival. 

"Lami-Lamihan,' which means merry-making, is what actually transpired as the Lamiteños and visitors participate thru different activities in line with the celebration.

Participants coming from the educational sector and  some organisations within the city, manage to perform the sought after Street Dance Competition.

The dance movements of each participants encompass the story about  how the most- revered leader, Datu Kalun, had fought for freedom and founded Lamitan.

Besides, the peculiar culture of the Yakans could also be seen and observed thru their unique costumes and musical instruments.

Moreover, Yakan weaving contest attest how culture is being passed on thru generations. The young yakan weaving enthusiasts are called on to show their prowess in weaving intricately design Yakan fabric.

As we all know, Yakans are the finest weavers in Asia.

Never to miss also the other religious rites such as Yakan Wedding or Pegkawin.

Much also to expect is the Peggunting or Baptism.

Another important ritual is megtammat or graduation.

You get more of this event thru agri-trade fair. See, taste, and be amazed on the locally produced agri-products.

Truly, the Yakan tribe amazes us because of their unique culture, warm hospitality, and generous personality.

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YAKANS are the Finest Weavers in Asia

Contrary to other mechanical ways of producing cloth which can be done instantly,  the yakan-woven cloth is uniquely created. The execution of secret weaving techniques, ample time,  concentration, style, and passion, intensive manual efforts, are highly devoted to produce this intricately design product.

The abilty to weave and how detailed the designs of the fabrics  are make the Yakans as the Finest Weaver in Asia.

These fabric products of Lamiteños are very much treasured as they depict the colorful culture of the yakans thriving in Lamitan City, Basilan  and to those who migrated to other neighboring places like in Isabela City and Zamboanga City.

The yakan woven cloths are then used for creating awesome masterpieces such as table runner, purse, handbags, and traditional garments usually worn by men and women during Lami-Lamihan Festival.

Visitors and foreigners who are interested to have these kinds of products should not worry at all. You may contact the Lamitan City Tourism to direct you to some locals who are making these or you may visit the Yakan Weaving Center at Upper Calarian, Zamboanga city, Philippines.

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Beef Soup with Mais Malagkit

                               Beef Soup with Mais Malagkit

What a coincidence!

Time was fast approaching and the dinner was about to partake with the family in the eve of July 16, 2020, however my sister-in-law, Jenny Mamac, was not yet done preparing for dinner.

As I saw her cutting beef meat into strips, I had thought that she would prepare a beef dish. "Timing!" she exclaimed after seeing me carrying a plastic bag of fresh unpeeled glutinous corns which I purchased at work.

She definitely thought of adding the corns as one of the ingredients in her beef soup recipe. Three pieces of corns where cut into chunks and let them boiled along with the beef which was the main ingredient.

After 20 minutes, the beef soup with chunks of glutinous corns was ready to serve.

The taste was amazingly delightful because of the unexplained aroma and sweet taste of corn complimenting with the tender beef meat. 

This is a must-try recipe that you can prepare for your family.

Regards to the Best Mom like you!

Pupperfish or Botete caught live in Zamboanga Sea Port

                                 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4_yPp7gmznA

It's not what you think it is! Try to guess it again.

If you are thinking it's Hippopotamus, but sorry your guess is not right?

Crocodile?...No!

Snake?... No!

A fish? Yes!..But what kind of fish?

PUFFERFISH? Correct!

                                                       

It was during a hot summer afternoon in July when my friend Ryan Philip Nava has decided to go for fishing. He was occupied that time to prepare for a bait. Considering a kind of fish meat, he then used it as a sumptuous meal for the fishes he might catch along the seaport, an ideal place for a relaxing fishing activity. 

                                    

                                             

After quite some time, a single fish had been hooked. Ryan Philip immediately checked his bait, however his sweet smile of surprise turned into a shocking disappointment. It was a just puffer fish!

                                 

Many names are associated with Pupper fish such as blowfish, bubblefish, globefish, baloon fish, and "Botete" for the locals in the Philippines which belongs to the family of Tetradontidae. 

Why do you think it has the ability to bloat? 

Well, such kind of fish, when threatened, has the capability to inflate itself beyond their normal size  by swallowing water or air with the intention to frighten the predators.

Many of us believe that Pupperfish, when the toxic glands are not removed  inside its body, is very poisonous to those who eat. According to national geographic, almost all pufferfish contain tetrodotoxin, a substance that makes them foul tasting and often lethal to fish. 

Puffer fish poisoning has been reported to a great extent in many parts of the world, particularly in coastal areas. This poisoning has mostly been associated with the consumption of puffer fish from waters of the Indo-Pacific ocean regions.

Diagnosis is made on clinical grounds. There is no specific antidote for tetrodotoxin and treatment is aimed at limiting absorption of toxin and treating the adverse effects. 

Private Plane Crashes into Zamboanga City Coastal Waters

Piper Seneca RP- C834 

Photo Courtesy: Jonalyn Natividad

Who would wish to an experience engine failure when the aircraft is already taking off from the airport? Nobody would wish to, RIGHT? No one would dare to risk his or her own life. But when you are already in the situation, how would take an action?

It was not a decent Tuesday morning for the four men aboard a private plane to take an emergency landing into the coastal waters of Barangay Sinunuc, Zamboanga City, Philippines after taking off from the Zamboanga International Airport.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qxVJSKPRg6A

Piper Seneca RP- C834 

Photo Courtesy: Jonalyn Natividad

According to the reports of the authorities, the aircraft pilot of Piper Seneca RP- C834 of Royhle Flight Training Academy had found a struggling moment due to engine malfunction. It's good to know that they land on waters which kept them safe rather than landing toward residential areas. The private plane is expected to land in Dumaguete Airport but the mishap puts the pilots and the passengers in a state of outlandish nightmare.

The persons onboard were identified by the authorities as: Suramya Khana, 28, student pilot, Nepalese; John Putlinthanam, 27  plane captain, Indian national;Jemy Chacko Domen, 34, a Nepalese; and Razel Dulay, 27 Filipino. 

Piper Seneca RP- C834 

Photo Courtesy: Jonalyn Natividad

Piper Seneca RP- C834 

Photo Courtesy: Jonalyn Natividad

Piper Seneca RP- C834 

Photo Courtesy: Jonalyn Natividad

This aircraft incident had been made a formal report and is subject for further investigation.

IPA-IPA FALLS, Capisan, Zamboanga City: The Hidden Falls of Zamboanga Peninsula

IPA-IPA Falls

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=swu5Y89O87U

Zamboanga City, Philippines has many awe-inspiring things to offer that will help us appreciate much the place. If you are a type of person who loves to travel and always finds pleasure in adventure, then  Zamboanga City is an ideal destination for you to step in.

Consider Ipa-Ipa Falls! It is situated down in the forest and valleys at Barangay Capisan, Zamboanga City. This horsetail waterfall stands almost a hundred feet. The term Ipa-Ipa refers to the husks of rice grains which undergo threshing, and so the locals relate this to the falling water.

For more than an hour of trekking from the main road of Barangay Capisan, you  will be stumbled on the breathtaking view of Ipa-Ipa  falls. The Impact of the water as it falls toward the ground creates a mesmerizing vapors that generate a cooling effect as they dash on your skin. Let the power of this nature bathe you with crystallized clean water and benefit from its natural massaging effect.

The place may seem to be enchanted because the area is surrounded by large trees and the things that you could only listen to are the tremendous sounds of the falling water and the twittering of the birds.

The place is not mostly visited by the locals because it is not yet well-known and only few dared to visit this tourist attraction.

Never surrender. Why? Because to reach the place, you need to have a strong stamina. The trekking is not that easy for you to do due to the sloppy trails in getting the area. However, if you are used to it then it is fine.

In visiting this hidden falls, one must have to coordinate with the barangay officials of Barangay Capisan or with the officers from the City Tourism Office. You can reach Barangay Capisan via public or private vehicle for around 30 minutes.

Bienvenidos a Zamboanga!