Palarong Pambansa (National Games) 2015- Opening Cermonies

The Palarong Pambansa is a yearly sports event that is organized and conducted by the Department of Education and is participated in by elementary and high school students in both private and public schools. This annual event is the breeding ground for future national athletes that will be competing in international sports events like the SEA Games, Asian Games and the pinnacle of all sports competitions-the Olympics. The games will serve as a means of promoting unity and camaraderie among the participants and give opportunities to further the athlete's social,physical, and mental well-being.

The Province of Davao del Norte is very privileged to host this year's Palarong Pambansa and is being dubbed as "The Best Palaro Ever". This sports event will put a lasting legacy to the province' very colorful history. The Filipino's indomitable spirit will again be showcased in the sports disciplines that will be played by both elementary and high school students.

And I am very blessed for being part of this momentous event. Capturing the best images of this one (1) week event.

Island City of Samal

The island city of Samal in the province of Davao del Norte is just a two kilometer
ferry ride from the premiere city of Mindanao-Davao. A major destination for both local and international tourists. It has numerous beach resorts with a capacity of a little over a thousand rooms to accommodate visitors all year round. Aside from its beaches, the island also has the world's largest colony of the Geoffroy's Rousette Fruit Bats at the Monfort Cave with an approximate population of 1.8 million.

 A ferry boat ride from Davao City will cost you around Php 10.00/head for the two kilometer 15min journey or around Php 300.00 if you bring along your vehicle.

Entrance to the Monfort Bat Cave with the Guinness Book of World Records Certificate awarding this sanctuary as the World's largest colony of Rousette Fruit Bats.

A picturesque sunrise on one of the island city's numerous resorts

Madyaw Beach Resort in Canibad, Samal City

And yet another beautiful sunrise taken on one of the beach side cottages of  Madyaw Beach Resort

Care for a boat ride along the island's pristine coastlines? All for only Php 100.00/hour

How about frolicking in Samal's white sand beaches and crystal clear waters!

Not for the faint of heart. Cliff diving!

Not only known for its beaches, the island of Samal also boasts the mystical Hagimit Falls. For just Php 20.00/head, one can enjoy this natural beauty.

Hagimit Falls

Another view of the Hagimit Falls.

For astro photographers, Samal island offers a breath taking view of the heavens