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The Fascinating Waterworld of the Sama-Bajau Sea Gypsies

August 8, 2016 by Justin Andress View All On 1 Page

Located off the coast of the Philippines are a truly seafaring people who have forged a nomadic lifestyle that’s persisted for generations. Though the world around them has changed drastically, these water-dwelling people have managed to preserve their way of life through fishing and trading. It’s a simple life for the Sama-Bajau, one that’s filled with hard work and a roving lifestyle that is as transient as the sea itself. Here is a fascinating glimpse into one of the most enterprising people on the planet.


1. Where to Find Them

Sama-Bajau is actually a collective term that refers to several groups of indigenous people in the area. Most commonly, the Sama-Bajau are found in the Philippines. They live off the coast of a series of islands on the eastern end of the island nation.


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