Photo Release
August 27, 2009

PIA CROWNS HIYAS SA KADAYAWAN 2009: Senator Pia S. Cayetano (left) chaired the board of judges in this year's "Hiyas sa Kadayawan." Veering from the usual beauty pageants, the annual search celebrates the rich culture and tradition of the ten major indigenous groups of Davao City. This year's top three "gems" are: Faizal Ampilani of the Tausug Tribe (3rd from left), Mary Le-Lainie Coronel of the Tagabawa Tribe (2nd from left), and Amera Amal Ameril of the Maranaw Tribe (4th from left).

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