THE DIVERSITY AND BEAUTY of this country is hard to capture in a few pictures, but here is an attempt to do so. 




MT. MAYON is an active volcano, and frequently has eruptions. It's still a very popular destination for tourists, for reasons you might understand by looking at this picture.

Most Filipinos are still living in rural villages ...





or in fishing villages...





... but every Filipino has a burning passion for basketball!

Manila is a bustling city.

Traffic in downtown Manila.

Tricycle driver.






Philippine cabs are both colourful ...






... and fast!






The trucks are often both colourful, fast, overloaded and crowded.  This is a typical view in remote towns and provinces.






The traditional costumes are often colourful and worn at festivals and other special occations.





The biggest holiday is Easter, during which great parades are held all over the country.






Give a Filipino a reason to celebrate and soon there will be a fiesta for everyone. Even for this fellow.