Manny Pacquiao's home city of General Santos City in the Philippines is famous for its boxing heritage. The city has produced some of the greatest boxers in the country, who have gone on to win world championships and titles. General Santos City is known for its boxing academies, where aspiring boxers can learn the trade and develop their skills. The city also hosts some of the biggest professional boxing events in the country, and is home to the annual Philippine Professional Boxing Championships.