BREATHE in the spirit of
adventure,
a remembrance of fearlessness
and drive.
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BALANGHAI FESTIVAL
When
The whole month of May.
What to expect
A commemoration of the coming
of pre-colonial seafarers who
eventually settled in the area.
The festival features parades
of colorful and creative costumes,
fantastic floats, and exotic
performances.
Where
Butuan City
How to get there
Fly from Manila or Cebu.
Take a bus from
Davao or Cagayan de Oro.
To reach the city center
from Butuan’s Bancasi airport,
ride a multicab with an R4
signboard.
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