REGION 15:

Bangsamoro
Autonomous
Region in
Muslim
Mindanao
 Autonomous Region in Muslim
Mindanao
• The Autonomous Region in Muslim
(abbreviated as ARMM) was an autonomous
region of the Philippines, located in
the Mindanao island group of the Philippines, that
consisted of five predominantly Muslim provinces.
• It was the only region that had its own
government.
• On October 7, 2012, President Benigno Aquino
III said that the government aimed to have peace
in the autonomous region and that it would
become known as the Bangsamoro Autonomous
Region, a compound of bangsa (nation)
and Moro.
 Autonomous Region in Muslim
Mindanao
• On July 26, 2018, Aquino's
successor, President Rodrigo
Duterte, signed the Bangsamoro
Organic Law (BOL), which paved
the way for the establishment of
a new autonomous political entity
in the area, the Bangsamoro
Autonomous Region in Muslim
Mindanao (BARMM).
 Bangsamoro Autonomous Region in
Muslim Mindanao
• GEOGRAPHY
• The Bangsamoro Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao (BARMM) was
situated in mainland Mindanao in the southern Philippines and was created by
virtue of the Republic Act No. 6734 which signed into law by
President Corazon Aquino on August 1, 1989. The plebiscite was conducted
in the proposed area of ARMM on November 17, 1989, in the provinces
of Maguindanao, Lanao del Sur, Sulu, and Tawi-Tawi.
• Establishment of the ARMM
• The recently coined term Bangsamoro is derived from the Old Malay word
bangsa ("race" or "nation") and Moro (the collective term for the various
predominantly Muslim ethnic groups in the Philippines, from Spanish
moro, "Moor”).
 • Ramadan is the 9th and holiest month in the Islamic calendar and lasts 29–30
days.
• Most local laws in this region are based on Sharia: alcoholic drinks, pork and
CULTURAL homosexuality are banned. As a Muslim-majority region, dress code in
Bangsamoro is more conservative than in most of the Philippines. Women may
HERITAGE need to wear a hijab, but this is not required for non-Muslims. Legs and arms may
need to be covered completely.
• Among the Tausugs and Samals, the phrase "mag-tausug na kaw" means "become
a Muslim", instead of the more literal translation, "become a Tausug", as the Tausug
ethnic is regarded as the "original Muslims" of the area.
 BASILAN
• Basilan, officially the Province of Basilan is an
island province of the Philippines located primarily in
the Bangsamoro Autonomous Region. Basilan Island is the
largest and northernmost of the major islands of the Sulu
Archipelago. It is just off the southern coast of the
geographic Zamboanga Peninsula.
• The name “Basilan” came from the Tausug name “Basih Balan”
which refers to magnetic iron. Roughly, translated and
abbreviated, however, “Basih Balan” means “the iron (magnet)
trail” or “the iron way”.
• Population: 65% Islam, 33% Roman Catholics
• In 1973, Basilan officially became a province carved out in the
Province of Zamboanga del Sur.
• Basilan is subdivided into 11 municipalities and two cities.
There are 255 barangays.
BASILAN
• Basilan is home to three main
ethnolinguistic groups: the
indigenous Yakans, and the later-
arriving Tausugs and Chavacanos.
The Yakans and Tausugs are
predominantly Muslim, while the
Chavacano are mainly Christian. There
are also a number of smaller ethnic
groups. Although the official languages
are Filipino and English, the main
native language is Yakan and lingua
franca is Chavacano. Other languages
include Tausug, Cebuano, and Sama.
 BASILAN
FESTIVAL
• Pakaradjaan Festival
• It is a weeks-long festivity
that starts in the last week
of February. It was created
by the provincial
government to present a
more positive and inviting
image of Basilan, the
largest island in Sulu
located in the
southernmost part of the
country. The festival is
also known as Tennun
Pakaradjaan Basilan.
 BASILAN
FESTIVAL
• Lami-Lamihan Festival
• which means “merry
making” in Yakan. Annually
held in Lamitan celebrated
on the 29th of June. It is a
festival coinciding with the
foundation of Lamitan
Municipality. This festival is
a simple showcase to the
traditional Yakan a rich
customs and traditions
where music and dances,
and crafts are preserved. At
this festival, people are
dressed in colorful
costumes to participate in
horse races, parades, and
other activities.
 BASILAN
TOURISM
• 1. Datu Kalun Shrine
• Datu Kalun, a well-known
Yakan leader who led revolts
against foreign invaders, is
honored at the temple.
Despite the Spaniards’ 300-
year domination, followed by
the Americans, Datu Kalun
and other Muslim leaders are
credited with the Muslim
archipelago’s independence.
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TOURISM
• 2. Basilan Peak/Puno
Mahaji
• With a height of 998
meters above sea level,
Basilan Peak is the
highest peak on the island.
It is one of the Philippines’
least visited mountains. Its
slope is covered with
dense forests, which are
home to endangered
wildlife species.
BASILAN • 2. Kaum Purnah Mosque
• The Kaum Purnah Mosque
TOURISM is one of the province’s
oldest mosques. Its
magnificent architecture will
greet you as you board the
Isabela ferry. It is also a
famous pilgrimage spot for
the Muslim community in the
area.
 • 3. Cabunbata Falls
BASILAN • Enjoy Cabuna Falls, one of
TOURISM the most easily accessible
Basilan tourist attractions,
which is only a few meters
from the roads. It cascades
for about 30 meters to a
naturally formed pool.
 • 4. Kayumkuman Island
• Travel bloggers frequently
compare Kayumkuman Island to
BASILAN Boracay in Basilan. This is due
TOURISM to its powdery white sand
beaches, which can also be
found on the province’s
neighboring islands. You can
also go snorkeling because
many areas have abundant
coral life.
 LANAO DEL SUR
• Lanao del Sur is a province in
the Philippines located in the Bangsamoro
Autonomous Region in Muslim
Mindanao (BARMM). The capital is the city
of Marawi, and it borders Lanao del Norte to the
north, Bukidnon to the east, and Maguindanao del
Norte and Cotabato to the south. To the southwest
lies Illana Bay, an arm of the Moro Gulf.
• Situated in the interior of Lanao del Sur is Lanao
Lake, the largest in Mindanao.
• "Lanao" means "lake", derived from ranao. The
province, situated at basin of Lake Lanao, is
known as the land of the "Maranaos" (which
means "the "people of the lake").
• In 1959, Lanao was divided into two provinces,
Lanao del Norte and Lanao del Sur, under
Republic Act No. 2228. Marawi was designated as
the capital of Lanao del Sur. The city was
renamed the "Islamic City of Marawi" in 1980, and
is currently the Philippines' only city having a
predominantly Muslim population.
 LANAO DEL SUR: “Cradle of Muslim Art”
Marawi City is also known as the "Summer Capital of the South" for its cool
climate due to its high elevation, a nickname it shares with Malaybalay City in
Bukidnon. The city stands 700 meters above the sea level.It is home to stunning
sights – from the grand Lake Lanao to the architectural wonders of Maranao royalty
abode.

Another famous landmark in the area is the King Faisal Mosque, named after the
former king of Saudi Arabia who financed its construction. It is the biggest mosque
in Marawi.
The biggest campus of the Mindanao State University system is also in Marawi,
where the Kalilang Golf and Country Club can be found. The golf course gives a
majestic view of Lake Lanao.
Located within the province is Lanao Lake, the second largest in the country, its
waters drained by the Agus River which eventually empties into Iligan Bay.
 LANAO DEL
SUR
TOURISM
• Tomb of Jose Abad
Santos – Tomb of a great
Filipino whose love of the
country offered himself
sacrifices to the political
power of the Japanese
Imperial Army of WW II. His
courage and determination in
facing the muzzles of deadly
guns of the Japanese firing
squad proved once more the
Filipinos love for freedom from
foreign domination. Location:
Malabang
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SUR
TOURISM
• Sumpitan Falls –
Located in Balindong,
could be reached
through a heavy rugged
terrain about 3 km away
from the Nat’l highway.
The spot is composed of
seven levels of falls
ranging from five to forty
feet elevation with
natural swimming pool
evenly fall. Location:
Balindong
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SUR
TOURISM
• Century-Old
Torogan – are old
royal house made of
hard wood with post
made up of whole tree-
trunks. Torogans are
usually dominated with
artistically carved
designs. Location:
Marawi
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SUR
TOURISM
• Kanapnapan Falls –
Located at the heartland
of a 400 ha forest
reservations dwarfs at its
towering height of 400 ft.
It rumbles river water at
great gallop showering
flora and fauna with
vapors that also form
cycles of eye captivating
rainbows. Location:
Marawi
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SUR
TOURISM
• Barurao Springs –
Located in Balabagan
about 300 m west of
Nat’l highway. It is
about 1000 m of
crystalline water briskly
emerging from many
outlets of various sizes
from underneath the
pool.
• Location: Balabagan
LANAO DEL
SUR
FESTIVALS
• Kalilang sa Ranao (Marawi
City - April 15)
A festival commemorating the
charter anniversary
celebration of Marawi City
Highlights of the festival are
Qur’an Reading Contest,
presentation of colorful Muslim
songs and dances, Islamic
Quiz Bee, exhibits of Maranao
crafts, native delicacies,
traditional games and musical
instruments competition.
LANAO DEL
SUR
FESTIVALS
• Kariyala Festival (Wao, Lanao
Del Sur - February 22)
Kalilang and Kariyala both
mean “merrymaking and
thanksgiving” This universal
expression of thanksgiving for
the triumphs, abundance,
prosperity or any form of
blessings received. The
celebration of this is festival
are similar to Lami- Lamihan of
Lamitan, Basilan and
Meguyaya of Upi,
Maguindanao
MAGUINDANAO: “Land of Promise”
“ Seat of Muslim Mindanao”
• Maguindanao is a province in the Philippines
situated in the Bangsamoro Autonomous Region
in Muslim Mindanao (BARMM) occupying the
Sulu Archipelago and the provinces of Lanao del
Sur and Maguindanao in central Mindanao. Its
capital is the Municipality of Shariff Aguak.
• The province has a land area of 9,729.04 square
kilometers or 3,756.40 square miles. Its
population as determined by the 2015 Census
was 1,173,933. This represented 31.05% of the
total population of the Bangsamoro Autonomous
Region in Muslim Mindanao, 4.86% of the overall
population of the Mindanao island group, or
1.16% of the entire population of the Philippines.
Based on these figures, the population density is
computed at 121 inhabitants per square kilometer
or 313 inhabitants per square mile.
MAGUINDANAO: “Land of Promise”
“ Seat of Muslim Mindanao”
• The Maguindanao are one of many groups of lowland Filipinos. Apparently, they migrated to the
islands from Southwest Asia several thousand years ago. Today, they live primarily on the island of
Mindanao, which is located in the Southern Philippines.
• The name MAGUINDANAO, meaning people of the flood plain, was given to both the people and
the island on which they live.
• According to legend, the MAGUINDANAO were converted to Islam by Shariff Kabunsuan, a Muslim
prince, who claimed to be a direct descendant of the Prophet Mohammed. The legend states that
he won his converts by a combination of his wisdom, the appeal of his message, and certain
supernatural powers. This prince married a local woman who is said to have been born miraculously
from a stalk of bamboo!
 MAGUINDANAO
People
• The Maguindanaon are divided into two principal groups, each
with its own dialect and traditional location: The Tau-sa Ilud
(people of the lower valley) and the Tau-sa Laya (people of the
upper valley). The Tau-sa Ilud are concentrated in the areas
around Cotabato City and extend to South Dinaig. Traditionally,
they constituted the Sultanate of Maguindanao based near
present day Cotabato City. Their dialect is characterized by
more rapid, “harder” consonant intonations, with preference for
using “d” rather than “r” and variations on the use of “l” and “r”.
They’re renowned as sedentary wet-rice agriculturalists.
• The Tau-sa Laya, on the other hand, are concentrated in the
areas of Datu Piang and extend south to areas which include
Buluan. As a group, they constituted the Rajahship of Buayan
based near present-day town of Datu Piang. Their dialect is
distinguished by a slower cadence, a drawl, with frequent
omission of the consonants between vowels and a preference
for using “l” rather than “r”, periodic variations of “r” for “d” and
some differentiated vocabulary. Their primary means of
livelihood is a semi-sedentary agriculture and grow corn and
upland rice.
 MAGUINDANAO
TOURISM
• 1. Lake Buluan
• Considered as
Mindanao’s third largest
lake, Lake Buluan is one
of the top Maguindanao
tourist spots you should
not miss. Locals take
advantage of the lake to
grow local fish species
such as catfish, milkfish,
and tilapia. Several rivers
converge to form the
vast lake. Surrounding
mountains add to the
scenic view of the lake.
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TOURISM
• 2. Blue Lagoon
• The Blue Lagoon is one
of the best Maguindanao
tourist spots, located on
an idyllic setting of rustic
views. It’s almost like a
lake surrounded with lush
forests. It’s just a walking
distance from the national
highway. Experience
swimming on its pristine
and rejuvenating waters
as you relish the forests’
beauty. The waters come
from a spring connected
to the Tamontaka River.
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TOURISM
• 3. Mount Minandar

• Mount Minandar is one of

the hiking Maguindanao
tourist spots. It is an ideal
spot for newbie hikers
because of the easy trails.
From its top, one can
glimpse of the plains,
mountains, and seascapes
of Maguindanao. It also
offers a breathtaking view of
the sunrise and the sunset.

• Location/Jump-off: Datu
Odin Sinsuat, Maguindanao
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• 4. Al Jamelah Weaving Center

• Al Jamelah Weaving Center aims to showcase and preserve the authentic weaving
industry of the province. It also provides livelihood to the locals. One of the main
products here is the Inaul which comes in various colors and designs. Because of
their world-class quality, Inaul textiles are sold to the international market.
MAGUINDANAO
TOURISM
• 5. Pink Mosque
Masjid Dimaukom
• The Pink Mosque is
one of the iconic
Maguindanao
tourist spots. It was
completed in 2012
and is meant to
signify unity, love,
interfaith
brotherhood, and
peace.
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TOURISM
• 6. Rio De Grande de
Mindanao
• Rio De Grande de
Mindanao is the longest
on the island and the
second largest river in
the Philippines. It comes
from pristine forests
upstream as brooks and
streams which then
converge to the mighty
river it is. It traverses
various towns and
communities.
 MAGUINDANAO
FESTIVAL
Inaul Festival
• The Province of Maguindanao is all
set to celebrate the first-ever Inaul
Festival this coming February 9-14,
2017. To be held in the Municipality of
Buluan, which is now the capital of
Maguindanao, the week-long
celebration will feature the hand-
woven Inaul fabric, one of the well-
known and unique symbols of
Maguindanaon culture.
SULU: “Land Of Exotic Fruits”
• Sulu is an island province of the
Philippines lies outside the
typhoon belt of the Philippines.
• Its capital is Jolo are the island of
the same name.
• Maimbug the royal capital of the
Sultanate of sulu is also located
in the province.
 SULU: “Land Of Exotic Fruits”
FESTIVAL IN SULU:

Vinta Festival – A grand

spectacle of colors a Dorn the
seas at Jolo Sulu as Vintas
Sailed off the Island’s coast on
February 14 for the Vinta
festival
 SULU: “Land Of Exotic Fruits”

Mayor samier tan beach National museum Masjid Tulay jolo, Sulu
resort talipao, sulu provincial capital of Jolo
A prominent landmark in
The National Museum Jolo Sulu Its considered to
branch in Sulu was once the be the oldest mosque in the
seat of the provincial province making it one of the
museum and library of Sulu top tourist spots in Sulu
SULU: “Land Of Exotic Fruits”

American Calvary
Monument Province Capital of Jolo

American Cavalry
monument 1km from Jolo -
The monument was built
in honor of the american
soldiers who were
 TAWI -TAWI “WILDLIFE MECCA OF MUSLIM MINDANAO”
“SEAWEEDS CAPITAL OF THE PHILIPPINES”
Contrary to what many people believe, Tawi-Tawi
is an incredibly peaceful island. This
southernmost province in Mindanao is situated
near Moro conflict areas, but the island itself
could not be any more different. In fact, it is said
that the peace-loving people can be found in
Tawi-Tawi. This isn’t a popular tourist destination
for two main reasons: It’s so far-off the grid, and
the stigma towards safety still lingers in the air.
However, the island is one of the most culturally
rich provinces in the country.

It is also the headquarters of the Philippines’

most violent militant group - Abu Sayyaf, which
recently aligned itself with so-called ISIS.
 TAWI -TAWI “WILDLIFE MECCA OF MUSLIM MINDANAO”
“SEAWEEDS CAPITAL OF THE PHILIPPINES”
• Province was named after its main island.
Tawi-Tawi is the Sinama form of jawi- jawi,
Malay for "banyan tree" the island is
known for having an abundance of this
tree.
• Early Spanish accounts give the name of
the island as Tauitaui, Tavi- Tavi or Tavitavi.
• Majority of population of Tawi-Tawi is
Muslim with 99% adherence.
• Tawi-Tawi is an island province of the
Philippines, consisting of 107 islands and
islets, located in the Autonomous Region
in Muslim Mindanao (ARMM).
 TAWI -TAWI “WILDLIFE MECCA OF MUSLIM MINDANAO”
“SEAWEEDS CAPITAL OF THE PHILIPPINES”

FESTIVAL IN TAWI TAWI:

Agal-Agal Festival demonstrates how the
network esteem the significance of the
ocean growth industry which has been a
piece of their living. Being a Province made
out of island towns encompassed by huge
oceans, Tawi-Tawi is supplied with rich
marine and sea-going assets. The festival
additionally mirrors these rich bounties of
the ocean. The celebration includes the rich
culture and customs of the Sama, Badjau,
Jama Mapun and Tausug who gently and
agreeably live in the Province.
TAWI -TAWI “WILDLIFE MECCA OF MUSLIM MINDANAO”
“SEAWEEDS CAPITAL OF THE PHILIPPINES”

Cagayan De Tawi Tawi Bongao Peak Sitangkai Island

The islands are renowned This monkey sanctuary in the Known as "Venice of the
for their unique flora and capital can be climbed in an south" because it has canals
faunaand are said to be a hour. The monkeys here are for streets. The main canal is
good dive site. However, quite tame,and often imitate crossed by bridges and lined
there are no tourist the movements of the people with stores and stalls
they see. Near the summit are
facilities in the area
two muslims graves where
TAWI -TAWI “WILDLIFE MECCA OF MUSLIM MINDANAO”
“SEAWEEDS CAPITAL OF THE PHILIPPINES”

Turtle Island Gusong Reef

Taganak, is the biggest island,is so close to Seagulls, known to the natives as “tallah-
north borneo or saba (45 minutes by tallah,” have settled by the thousands at
speedboat) that the malay language is widely Gusong Reef in Cagayan de Tawi-Tawi to lay
understood here and the malaysian ringgit is their eggs there. Gusong Reef is a top
accepted as currency. This is also a site of one
producer of the delicious turtle eggs, ranking
of the largest concentrations of marine turtles
in asia. Thousand of turtles lay their eggs
second to the Turtle Islands. Bongao Peak is a
every year on the beaches surrounding the veritable monkey sanctuary, which also