Lembuhong Festival of Surallah, South Cotabato won as 4th Runner Up in Streetdancing Competition of Aliwan Fiesta 2012.
The term Lembuhong derives its meaning from the Tboli words “lem” which mesans within, and “buhong” – a pineapple like plants that abounds in the town of Surallah in South Cotabato. The Buhong has significant applications in culture and health. Its leaves are raw material for weaving and sturdily resist bladed weapons. The bark has medicinal properties against goiter. The plant itself can be used as ornamental floral arrangement. Each September, Surallah celebrates a festival anchored on the lembuhong, providing impetus to the municipalitys socio-culturl advocacies while giving due recognition to Tbolis, Maguindanaoans, and Christians for their valued contribution to socio-cultural development.
