BATAN, Aklan---The Code of Kalantiaw is a legend that has existed for generations. In this video report, INQUIRER.net reporters Izah Morales and Alex Villafania unravel the story behind this set of laws and how the National Historical Institute declared it as mere folklore. Video taken by INQUIRER.net production specialist Edzelle Pena.

BAGUIO CITY, Philippines—Day One of the Panagbenga 2009 showcases a morning of street dancing with different schools competing for the top spot. It took months of practice and preparation for the final show. Video taken by INQUIRER.net production specialists Rastle Lozano and Edzelle Pena. Photos taken by INQUIRER.net reporter Izah Morales.

BINONDO, Manila--The INQUIRER.net VDO team visits the historic enclave of the local Filipino-Chinese community. January 26 is the first day of the Year of the Ox, based on the Chinese lunar calendar. Photos taken by INQUIRER.net multimedia reporters Izah Morales, Marjorie Gorospe and Lawrence Casiraya.

CLARK FIELD, Pampanga--The 14th Philippine International Hot Air Balloon Fiesta is expected to draw more local and foreign visitors this year. Event director Joy Roa says about 55,000 visitors came last year. He also says that this four-day spectacle intends to attract people to aviation. Video report by INQUIRER.net reporter Izah Morales. Video taken by INQUIRER.net reporter Lawrence Casiraya and production specialist Edzelle Pena. Royalty-free music by Kevin Mcleod.

BAGUIO CITY, Philippines--Panagbenga, which literally translates to "blossoming," is this city's signature fiesta. Dubbed the country's summer capital, the city is also celebrating its centennial this year. INQUIRER.net reporter Lawrence Casiraya witnesses the first day of the Flower Festival, highlighted by a parade joined by different schools. Video taken by INQUIRER.net production specialist Rastle Lozano. Photos taken by INQUIRER.net reporter Izah Morales.