Sarangani
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In 1945, Filipino troops of the 6th, 10th, 101st and 102nd Infantry Division of the Philippine Commonwealth Army and 10th Infantry Regiment of the Philippine Constabulary entered and liberated in Southern Cotabato (now. Sarangani) and fought against the Japanese Imperial Army forces during the Battle of Cotabato at the end of World War II under the Japanese Occupation.
Before its inception in 1992, Sarangani was part of South Cotabato
and held its title as the Third District of South Cotabato. The province was created by Republic Act
No. 7228 on March 16, 1992, penned by the late Congressman, James L. Chiongbian. His wife, Priscilla L. Chiongbian is the first Governor of Sarangani. They are known as the Father and Mother of Sarangani Province.
Sarangani celebrates its foundation anniversary every month of November, named as "MunaTo Festival."
The famous Maitum white water tubing is also located in Sarangani, 1.6 km. of wild water tube ride in Pangi River at barangay New La Union, Maitum Sarangani Province. Pangi River was 2nd Runner Up in 2003's national search for the cleanest river in the Philippines. Here you can also enjoy day-trekking or horseback riding and commune with nature along the way.
Its landmark "Isla Parilla" resort is now an "AA" world-class resort, built within a man-made island.
Sarangani also has, as treasure, its ancient burial
jars, discovered by archaeologists from the National Museum
in Ayub Cave, Maitum, in 1991 and in 2008, at Sagel Cave, Maitum (now declared by National Historical Institute as a national historical sites). Amid Mindanao
's armed conflicts, artifacts
found thereat prove settlements of pre-historic civilization in Maitum.
. The western part consists of Kiamba
, Maasim
, and Maitum
, while the eastern part is composed of Alabel
, Glan
, Malapatan
, and Malungon
.
Elected Officials from 2007-2010:
Elected Officials 2004-2007
Sarangani’s favorable investment climate is manifested by the large plantations (mango, banana, pineapple, asparagus), cattle ranches, and commercial fishponds that have been operating in the area, some of which having existed as far back as 40 years.
Businesses locating in the province are assured of stable power and water supply. Electricity comes from the National Power Corporation, and augmented by a 50 mw power plant in Alabel, the province’s capital. Water is provided for by sustainable spring development projects.
Before its inception in 1992, Sarangani was part of South Cotabato
South Cotabato
South Cotabato is a province of the Philippines located in the SOCCSKSARGEN region in Mindanao. Its capital is Koronadal City, and it borders Sultan Kudarat to the north and west, Sarangani to the south and east, and Davao del Sur to the east...
and held its title as the Third District of South Cotabato. The province was created by Republic Act
Republic Acts of the Philippines
This article contains a partial list of Philippine laws. Philippine laws have had various nomenclature designations at different periods in the history of the Philippines, as shown in the following table:...
No. 7228 on March 16, 1992, penned by the late Congressman, James L. Chiongbian. His wife, Priscilla L. Chiongbian is the first Governor of Sarangani. They are known as the Father and Mother of Sarangani Province.
Sarangani celebrates its foundation anniversary every month of November, named as "MunaTo Festival."
The famous Maitum white water tubing is also located in Sarangani, 1.6 km. of wild water tube ride in Pangi River at barangay New La Union, Maitum Sarangani Province. Pangi River was 2nd Runner Up in 2003's national search for the cleanest river in the Philippines. Here you can also enjoy day-trekking or horseback riding and commune with nature along the way.
Its landmark "Isla Parilla" resort is now an "AA" world-class resort, built within a man-made island.
Sarangani also has, as treasure, its ancient burial
Burial
Burial is the act of placing a person or object into the ground. This is accomplished by excavating a pit or trench, placing an object in it, and covering it over.-History:...
jars, discovered by archaeologists from the National Museum
National museum
A national museum is a museum maintained by a nation.The following is a list of national museums:-Australia:*Australian National Aviation Museum*Australian National Maritime Museum*, Sydney*Australian War Memorial*Museum Victoria...
in Ayub Cave, Maitum, in 1991 and in 2008, at Sagel Cave, Maitum (now declared by National Historical Institute as a national historical sites). Amid Mindanao
Mindanao
Mindanao is the second largest and easternmost island in the Philippines. It is also the name of one of the three island groups in the country, which consists of the island of Mindanao and smaller surrounding islands. The other two are Luzon and the Visayas. The island of Mindanao is called The...
's armed conflicts, artifacts
Artifact (archaeology)
An artifact or artefact is "something made or given shape by man, such as a tool or a work of art, esp an object of archaeological interest"...
found thereat prove settlements of pre-historic civilization in Maitum.
Administration
Sarangani is subdivided into 7 municipalities grouped into two parts, separated by the Sarangani BaySarangani Bay
Sarangani Bay is a bay located on the southern tip of Mindanao in the Philippines. It opens up to the Celebes Sea on the Pacific Ocean. General Santos City, one of the Philippines most important cities and ports, is located on the bay, making the bay one of the busiest and often the sight of...
. The western part consists of Kiamba
Kiamba, Sarangani
thumb|Sea Foods, the second biggest income earner.Kiamba is a 2nd class municipality established 1947, in the province of Sarangani, Philippines...
, Maasim
Maasim, Sarangani
Maasim is a 3rd class municipality in the province of Sarangani, Mindanao, Philippines. According to the latest census, it has a population of 49,274 people in 7,727 households....
, and Maitum
Maitum, Sarangani
Maitum is a 2nd class municipality in the province of Sarangani, Philippines. According to the latest census, it has a population of 37,054 people in 7,640 households....
, while the eastern part is composed of Alabel
Alabel, Sarangani
Alabel is a 1st class municipality in the province of Sarangani, Philippines. It is the capital municipality of Sarangani. According to the latest census, it has a population of 71,872 people in 12,312 households....
, Glan
Glan, Sarangani
-Barangays:Glan is politically subdivided into 31 barangays.* Baliton* Batotuling* Batulaki* Big Margus* Burias* Cablalan* Calabanit* Calpidong* Congan* Cross* Datalbukay* E...
, Malapatan
Malapatan, Sarangani
Malapatan is a 1st class municipality in the province of Sarangani, Philippines. According to the latest census, it has a population of 65,605 people in 10,208 households....
, and Malungon
Malungon, Sarangani
-Barangays:Malungon is politically subdivided into 31 barangays.* Alkikan* Ampon* Atlae* Banahaw* Banate* B'Laan* Datal Batong* Datal Bila* Datal Tampal* J.P...
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Municipalities
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West Coast
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Political
Sarangani is subdivided into 7 municipalities.| Municipality Municipalities of the Philippines A municipality is a local government unit in the Philippines. Municipalities are also called towns . They are distinct from cities, which are a different category of local government unit... | No. of Barangays | Area (km²) | Population (2010) | Pop. density (per km²) | District | Class Income | |
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| Alabel Alabel, Sarangani Alabel is a 1st class municipality in the province of Sarangani, Philippines. It is the capital municipality of Sarangani. According to the latest census, it has a population of 71,872 people in 12,312 households.... |
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| Glan Glan, Sarangani -Barangays:Glan is politically subdivided into 31 barangays.* Baliton* Batotuling* Batulaki* Big Margus* Burias* Cablalan* Calabanit* Calpidong* Congan* Cross* Datalbukay* E... |
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| Kiamba Kiamba, Sarangani thumb|Sea Foods, the second biggest income earner.Kiamba is a 2nd class municipality established 1947, in the province of Sarangani, Philippines... |
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| Maasim Maasim, Sarangani Maasim is a 3rd class municipality in the province of Sarangani, Mindanao, Philippines. According to the latest census, it has a population of 49,274 people in 7,727 households.... |
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| Maitum Maitum, Sarangani Maitum is a 2nd class municipality in the province of Sarangani, Philippines. According to the latest census, it has a population of 37,054 people in 7,640 households.... |
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| Malapatan Malapatan, Sarangani Malapatan is a 1st class municipality in the province of Sarangani, Philippines. According to the latest census, it has a population of 65,605 people in 10,208 households.... |
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| Malungon Malungon, Sarangani -Barangays:Malungon is politically subdivided into 31 barangays.* Alkikan* Ampon* Atlae* Banahaw* Banate* B'Laan* Datal Batong* Datal Bila* Datal Tampal* J.P... |
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Government
Elected Officials 2010-2013- Rep. Emmanuel "Manny" PacquiaoManny PacquiaoEmmanuel "Manny" Dapidran Pacquiao, PLH is a Filipino professional boxer and politician. He is the first eight-division world champion; having won six world titles, as well as the first to win the lineal championship in four different weight classes. He was named "Fighter of the Decade" for the...
- Gov. Miguel Rene A. Dominguez
- Vice Gov. Steve C. Solon
Elected Officials from 2007-2010:
- Rep. Erwin Chiongbian
- Gov. Miguel Dominguez
- Vice Gov. Steve Solon
Elected Officials 2004-2007
- Rep. Erwin Chiongbian
- Gov. Miguel Dominguez
- Vice Gov. Bridget Chiongbian-Huang
Economy
Coconut, corn, rice, banana, mango, durian, rubber, and sugarcane are just some of the major crops now being planted by the Sarangans. Other possibilities lie in a wide range of commercial choices: industrial plantations (mango, abaca, coffee, rubber, and rattan), agro-forestry (high-value crops), light manufacturing and processing facilities, real estate and housing, tourism, beach resorts, hotels and restaurants, recreational facilities, port zone development, milling plants, fruit production, processing of canned fruits and vegetables, production of ornamental plants, furniture, trading, telecommunications, mining, and aquaculture.Sarangani’s favorable investment climate is manifested by the large plantations (mango, banana, pineapple, asparagus), cattle ranches, and commercial fishponds that have been operating in the area, some of which having existed as far back as 40 years.
Businesses locating in the province are assured of stable power and water supply. Electricity comes from the National Power Corporation, and augmented by a 50 mw power plant in Alabel, the province’s capital. Water is provided for by sustainable spring development projects.