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Sarangani - Archeologist's Paradise
Unknown to many, the province
is a site of archeological importance. In 1991, archeologist
found human remains and crude tools used by the first settlers
in the archipelago. Items found inside the caves of Sarangani
date back as far as 3,000 years ago, allowing the National Historical
Institute to declare it as a National Historical Site.
The rich culture and history
of Sarangani is not only present in the jars and bones found
inside its caves; it is still very much alive today. It is present
in the activities of the Tagakaolo and B'laan who continue to
practice their culture and tradition. This is not the only treasure
of Sarangani. More can be discovered and are in store for adventurous
tourists.
Demographics
1. Population – 475,514 (as
of 2007 Census)
2. Land Area – 3,601.3 sq. km
3. Capital – Alabel
4. Language/Dialect – Cebuano, English, and Filipino
5. Divisions
Cities (0)
Municipalities (7)
- Alabel
- Glan
- Kiamba
- Maasim
- Maitum
- Malapatan
- Malungon
Famous For ...
Pinol Cave
Several archeological treasures were found inside the cave in
1991.
Tarsiers
These creatures are considered sacred by the indigenous people
of Sarangani. Their behavior indicate when should they plant
and the possible outcome of their harvest. If they are harmed,
it is a bad omen.
Dried Flowers
The Tagakaolo and B'laan women of Malungon make fossilized leaves
and flowers and sell them as souvenirs.
Places of Interest
Cultural
Kalon-barak Skyline
Location: Malungon, Sarangani
It is a viewing point of Mt. Apo and Mt. Matutum, Sarangani
Bay and Davao Gulf in one, providing 360 degrees of panorama.
It is known for its cold climate and as the habitat of Sarangani
tarsiers. It holds three villages of the B'laan tribe and had
been this tribe's last stronghold during the Japanese occupation.
Century-Old Houses
Location: Glan, Sarangani
In the town area are rows of ancestral houses built mostly in
the early part of 1900s, with high balconies, canopies and walls
of 'kalados' and concrete step boards leading to wide wooden
staircases. Some of them bear stunning collections of precious
antiques and oriental sets right in the living room.
Historical
Pinol Cave
Location: Brgy. Pinol, Maitum, Sarangani
Formerly known as Ayub Cave, where a unique assemblage of archaeological
find (human faces and figures in earthenware medium) that depicts
Sarangani's cultural wealth was excavated in this cave in 1991.
Sagel Cave
Location: Maitum, Sarangani
Archeological treasure similar to those found in Pinol Cave
were dug here in 2008. Found there were human remains and ancient
tools and items.
Man-made
Capitol Park
Location: Provincial Capitol Grounds, Alabel, Sarangani
Dubbed as the “White House” of Southern Luzon, it
stands at the center of a 26-hectare lot dotted with other buildings
that house practically all offices of line agencies of the government.
It has a huge sports complex, an Olympic-size swimming pool,
gymnasium, and tourism village, among others.
Isla Parilla Resort
Location: Alabel, Sarangani
A man-made island just a kilometer away from the Capitol Park.
Satisfy your palate with a mouth-watering cuisine of sergeant
fish, Diana or pompano just taken from the fish pen. Have fun
listening to the jazz band at the poolside or row a boat playing
through the stilts of Maranao cottages.
Sarangani Golf Course
and Country Club
Location: Sitio Pulatana, Brgy. Malandag, Malungon, Sarangani
The 18-hole Golf Course and Country Club lies in a well-landscaped
of verdant grasses and trees. Its two-story native-inspired
refreshment cottage can provide an outright vista of the golf
course’s backdrop, Mt. Matutum.
Natural
Bat Sanctuary
Location: Brgy. Pinol, Maitum, Sarangani
The open air area serves as home to hundreds of thousands of
giant golden crowned flying fox bats.
Gumasa Beach
Location: Glan, Sarangani
A long stretch of powdery white sand beaches with alluring beauty
of paradise, bountiful fresh coconut fruits and open grassland.
Tuca Point White
Sand Beach
Location: Kiamba, Sarangani
This unspoiled beach area has a series of secluded coves with
short stretches of white/off-white coral sand beaches.
Nalus Falls
Location: Kiamba, Sarangani
Water passes by huge boulders of granite giving to a number
of water falls. The site is ideal for scrambling, bouldering
and rappelling.
South Point Dive
Spot
Location: Maasim, Sarangani Province
A dive site which is more than 200 ft deep and stretches to
kilometers and kilometers of wall shores corals, Stingray, Manta,
turtles, wrasses and schools of tuna and barracuda are just
but a few of the beauties that can be enjoyed with while diving.
Kapatan-Lago Dive
Spot
Location: Glan, Sarangani
A dive site just near the shorelines and beside an aquaculture
farm for Sergeant fish.
Religious
Tampat Shrine
Location: Brgy. Tampat, Maasim, Sarangani
It is the resting ground of the subordinate ruling Sultanates
of Maguindanao and legendary Muslim missionary in the 15th century.
The oldest tomb of this place dates back to the earlier years
of our ancestors. he tomb had been a place of reverence among
Muslims throughout Mindanao, who brought stones as offerings.
Festivals
Lubi-lubi Festival
Place: Glan, Sarangani
Date: November 25
Colorful costumes made of coconut parts are used in street dancing
competition and merrymaking.
S'lang Festival
Place: Malungon, Sarangani
Date: July 11 - 15
The day features an agricultural exhibit of the Malungon's upland
products and the rich cultural heritage of its natives who are
the B'laans and Tagakaolos.
Munah To Festival
Place: Alabel, Sarangani
Date: November 28
This festival coincides with the foundation anniversary of the
province. Munah is an B'laan word which means "first people.
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