Aklan

Aklan is the oldest province in the Philippines being established 1212 - 1213 by a group of datus from Borneo. When Miguel Lopez de Legazpi arrived, Aklan was incorporated in to the Ogton province. In 1716 the Panay (later Capiz) province was created from Ogton and it included Aklan. During the revolution against Spain, activity in Aklan was established by two close associates of Andres Bonifacio. The revolutionaries controlled Aklan until 1900 when US forces occupied the province. Hostilities came to an end in March, 1901 when the Peace of Aklan was signed by US forces and Filipino revolutionaries. Because the native inhabitants of Aklan have their own language (Aklanon), several bills were filed throughout the period of US rule to separate Aklan from Capiz. It was in 1956 that Aklan became a separate province.

Malay

The municipality of Malay lies on the north west corner of Panay Island. It became a municipality on June 15, 1949 through Republic Act No. 381. Malay is best known for Boracay Island which is a world-famous tourist resort.

Boracay Island

An aerial view of the bone-shaped Boracay Island. (April 2006)

At the Boracay boat jetty looking out to Panay Island. (April 2006)

Boracay's world-famous white beach. (April 2006)

Grand sand castles like this are made over the beach and on most days. (April 2006)

Snorkelling is one of many activities to do on Boracay. Just below the surface you can swim side-by-side with a variety of fishes. (April 2006)

Parasailing is one of the other activities to do on Boracay. (April 2006)

Towards the north end of the island the accommodation is a little more luxurious and upmarket. (April 2006)

Sunset at Boracay. (April 2006)

After sunset, Boracay is illuminated up by the night life. (April 2006)