Traveling through Lanao del Norte Province is an exploration of contrasting landscapes: rolling plains, inland mountains, and coastal stretches along Iligan Bay. The province’s geography shapes daily life, with communities adapting to both fertile lowlands and rugged highlands. Roads meander through towns, farms, and rivers, offering perspectives that shift constantly with the terrain.

In Ilaya and Kolambugan, fishing and farming dictate the pace. Early mornings reveal fishermen preparing boats along the shore, while farmers tend to rice paddies and coconut groves. Observing these routines offers insight into the delicate balance between livelihood and natural resources, and moments that are photogenic in their simplicity.

Linamon and Balo-i highlight coastal life and agriculture coexisting. Small ports, mangroves, and seaside communities create opportunities to capture the ebb and flow of daily routines. Children cross narrow pathways, women carry baskets of harvest, and boats glide through calm waters — scenes that tell stories quietly yet vividly.

Inland towns like Baloi and Maigo reveal highland terrain and farming terraces. Hills and mountains provide both backdrop and context for daily life, while narrow roads connecting villages create photographic opportunities framed by misty mornings or late-afternoon light. Local markets showcase produce from the uplands, linking communities through trade and tradition.