The Kalingas are indigenous peoples of Kalinga in the northern part of the Philippines. They are generally known to be tall, dark complexioned, and lissome with high bridged noses. Kalingas are believed to be descendants of the second group of Malays who came to the islands and settled on leveled or terraced areas on the slopes of steep mountains near rivers and streams. The main source of livelihood among the Kalingas is rice farming and cattle raising. Their other economic activities are cloth and basket weaving, blacksmithing and pottery.