An amazing province in the Philippines that has painted a definite niche in the word tourist map.Home to Boracay Island, one of the world's best beaches famous for its sugar fine white sand, azure waters, magnificent coral reefs, and rare sea shells. Aside from the beaches, the fun and excitement of Boracay nightlife maintains its legendary status. Site of the Ati-atihan Festival. The "Queen of Ph
ilippine Festivals". Immerse in the province's man-made attractions. Head the calls of the Ati-atihan Festival and join the rhythmic dancing of the crowd who darken themselves with soot and don colorful tribal finery. Land of expert weavers and craftsmen. Aklan is the biggest producer of Piña Cloth, "The Queen of Philippine Fabrics". International trendsetters like Calvin Klein, Josie Natori, Donna Karan, and Valentino have used pineapple fabric in their collection. Beyond sand, sound and fiber, the province is a busy economy, doing lucrative business with its abundance of agriculture and marine resources. Its catalysts are the various industries spawned by its entrepreneurial population. It is working to improve on the traditional, while seeking new and innovative avenues for its development.
