Autonomous

Region in Muslim
Mindanao
ARMM
Brief History
For the most part of Philippines' history, the
region and most of Mindanao has been a
separate territory, which enabled it to develop
its own culture and identity.
The region has been the traditional homeland
of Muslim Filipinos.
ARMM

The economy of the region is dominantly

agriculture and fishery and most of the
people are fisherfolks and farmers.
Armm region is one of the impoverish areas
in the Philippines. It has the lowest per
capita gross regional domestic product
among the Philippines’ 17 regions.
The ARMM is politically
subdivided into five (5)
provinces, two (2)
component cities, one
hundred eighteen (118)
municipalities and two
thousand four hundred fifty
nine (2,459) barangays.
The two component cities:
1. Marawi in Lanao del Sur
and
2. Lamitan in Basilan.
Basilan
is the largest and northernmost island of the Sulu
Archipelago between the Philippine islands of
Mindanao and Borneo which includes about 400
islands.
is home of three main ethnic groups :
1. Yakans
2. Tausugs and
3. Chavacanos
The Yakans and Tausugs are predominantly
Muslim, while the Chavacanos are mainly
Christian.
Languages

Zamboangueño Chavacano is the lingua franca

of Basilan, understood and spoken by nearly 80% of
the residents, both Christian and Muslim.
Tausug is also widely spoken, especially among
the Muslim tribes, and understood by approximately
70% of Basilan's population.
Cebuano/Bisaya is a preferred third tongue among
the Christian tribes and even by Muslim tribes.

Yakan, the acknowledged native dialect of Basilan,

is used primarily by Yakans, although it is also
spoken and understood by about 15%-20% of the
non-Yakan residents.
Economy
Agriculture is the main source of economic
livelihood. Basilan's major products include coconut
(primarily copra), rubber, coffee, black pepper, and
African palm oil. Other crops are palay, corn, cacao
and cassava.
Another way of life in Basilan is fishing, especially
in the Badjao and Samal communities, who live by
the coastal areas in the province. They are rich in
marine resources they also export fish and other
underwater creatures to Zamboanga and nearby
areas.
Tourist Attractions
1. Bulingan Falls, is
one of Lamitan City's
prime tourist attractions.
This 21-feet high
falls boasts of its unusual
block rock formations
with a clear stream of
water cascading into a
rock pool surrounded by
colorful flora and fauna.
Tourist Attractions
2. Datu Kalun Shrine in
Lamitan, built as a
tribute to a famous
Yakan leader, it is a
triangular park located
in the heart of Lamitan
City's bustling
downtown.
Tourist Attractions
3. Malamawi Island, is a
small inhabited island
made famous by the
long stretch of white
sandy beach.
Festivals
1.PakaradjaanFestival celebrated annually from March 1
to March 7 to commemorate the anniversary
of the Province of Basilan.
Festivals
2. Lami-Lamihan Festival is celebrated during the
Feast of St. Peter (Fiesta San Pedro) on June 29 in
Lamitan City.
Festivals
3. Cocowayan Festival,
Isabela City's annual
commemoration of its
cityhood. Each
contingent depicted the
life, culture, and history
of Isabela City through
dance movement,
colorful costumes,
elaborate props and
accessories, showcasing
the unique
characteristic of the city.
Festivals
4. Eid al-Fitr (movable)
also called the Festival of
Breaking the Fast is a
religious holiday
celebrated by Muslims
worldwide that marks
the end of Ramadan.
Foods
1.Dulang
"Yakan dish; a
thanksgiving set of food
composed of rice mixed
with “malagkit,” viands
like “kaliya” (Yakan
chicken dish), “kenna”
(fried fish) and vegetable
dish, with the cone-
shaped rice placed on a
large round platter with
banana leaves and the
viands surrounding it"
Foods
1.Kaliya Manuk
"chicken cooked by Yakan
ladies for rituals, thickened
by ground rice and colored
yellow using turmeric"
SULU
The home of Tausugs, “tau, "people"; sug, "sea current"
( People of the Current)
it the 16th largest island of the Philippine Archipelago in
terms of area.
The province of Sulu is predominantly agricultural
with farming and fishing as its main livelihood
activities.
Fishing is the most important industry since
the Sulu Sea is one of the richest fishing grounds in
the country.
The province also have an extensive pearl industry.
Languages

The Tausug Language is the lingua franca of Sulu.

The other local language is the indigenous Bahasa
Sama which is widely used in varied tones and
accents.
Sinama also known as Bahasa Bajau, the language
of the Bajau People in Sulu archiepelago.
Tourist Attractions
1. National Museum
branch in Sulu was once
the seat of the
Provincial Museum and
Library of Sulu. It is
located in the provincial
capital of Jolo, just a
walking distance from
the Sulu Provincial
Capitol.
Tourist Attractions
2. Quezon Beach, is located
in the town of Patikul,
Sulu. Approximately 12
kilometres from the town
of Jolo. Quezon Beach is a
paradise on its own. It
exudes a unique ambience,
which most tourists
describe as surprisingly
stunning and peaceful.
With its turquoise water
and powdery white sand, it
is a great destination for
people who love the beach
yet despise the usual party
scene.
Tourist Attractions
3. Masjid Tulay in Jolo
town is the largest and
the oldest mosque in
Sulu province. It is a
prominent landmark
in Jolo, Sulu.
Festivals
1. Rajah Baguinda Festival is celebrated every 2nd week
of August. The festival is celebrated to the essential
contribution of Rajah Baguinda in history. He led the
spread of the adoptation of Sulu Sultanate government and
Islam religion.
Festivals
2. Vinta Festival, a grand spectacle of colors adorn the seas of
Jolo, Sulu as vintas sailed off the island’s coast on February 14 for the
Vinta Festival.
Foods
1. Tiyula itum
This special dish with a
black soup seasoned (and
blackened) with burnt
coconut is a mainstay at
weddings and all other
celebrations. The most
salient characteristic of
tiyula itum is its color,
a green-tinted dark gray
from the
burnt coconut that is added
to create its distinct flavor.
 Foods
2. Beef Kulma
beef kulma is as special as
it gets. The rich stew is
flavored with coconut milk,
cinammon, lemon juice and
lemongrass, and spiced
with curry powder, red
pepper and paprika.
Dollops of peanut butter
(that’s right) are added for a
creamy, nutty taste. It’s one
of the dishes that shows the
kinship Tausugs have with
the rest of the region, and
the ethnic roots they share
Foods
3. Chiken Piyanggang
“piyanggang” is a description
of how it’s made — “grill after
marinating”. Coconut milk is
then added for a creamier
finish. The chicken —
marinated in a mix of onion,
garlic, salt, lemongrass and the
special black paste — is a
literal labor of love. Served as
the main entrée for the Tausug
traditional
wedding dulang (feast), it’s
cooked specially for the bride
and groom.
TAWI-TAWI
is an island province of the Philippines, consisting of
107 islands and islets.
is subdivided into 11 municipalities with the
municipality of Bongao as the provincial capital.
is the home of the Samals and Badjaos commonly
known as “Sea Gypsies” among the Western people.
They are part of the Sama ethnic group whose
culture is closely linked to the sea.
The name of Tawi-Tawi is a projection of
the Malay word "jauh" meaning "far."
Prehistoric travelers from the Asian mainland
would repeat the word as "jaui-jaui" to mean
"far away" because of the distance of the
islands from the continent of Asia. The word
"Tawi-Tawi" was picked up to later become the
official name of the province.
LANGUAGE

The prevailing language in the province is the

indigenous Bahasa Sama which is widely used in
varied tones and accents.
 The Bajau-Sama language is also spoken, as well
as English and Tagalog
Many locals and barter traders can speak Malay and
Indonesian.
Chavacano is also spoken by Christian and Muslim
locals who maintain contacts and trade with
mainland Zamboanga Peninsula and Basilan.
Economy

Agriculture, fishing, and agar-agar, farming are

the leading source of livelihood of the people of
Tawi-Tawi, with quite a number engaged in the
barter trade business. Copra is the top agricultural
product, followed by root crops, fruits, and
vegetables.
Festivals
1. Kamahardikaan
Festival - this festival
commemorates the
foundation anniversary of
the province. Highlight of
the event include cultural
presentation that showcases
the colorful ethnic cultures
of the Sama, Badjaos, Jama
Mapuns and Tausugs.
Festivals
2. Seaweed Festival -
this Festival is also called
Agal- agal Festival (local
name for carrageen
seaweed) this symbolizes
thanks giving festivity for
its good harvest .
Festivals
3. Sheik Karimul
Makdum – this festival is
celebrated in commemoration
for his good deeds for
bringing Islam to the land.
Foods
1.Kahanga Rendang
Kahanga is a type of
shellfish that is abundant
on the island. This dish is
seasoned with turmeric,
lemongrass, and browned
coconut.
Foods
2.Pickled Seaweeds
Tawi-Tawi is one of the
biggest exporters of
seaweed, particularly
agar-agar. This salad is
made with olive oil,
brown sugar, lemon
juice, and green
mangoes. Simple and
refreshing.
Foods
3. Mantis Shrimp,
Kilawin, Mi Goreng
Kilawin is a antive Ilokano
dish, very much similar to
to South
America's ceviche. It's
main ingredient is fresh
meat or seafood and is
cooked using an acidic
solution of vinegar or
calamansi or a mixture of
both
Maguindanao
 which literally means “People of the Flood Plain”
for they primarily inhabit the broad Pulangi River
valley and delta which occasionally flood.
The name Magindanao, meaning people of the
flood plain, was given to both the people and the
island on which they live.
Economy
They are mostly rice farmers and they produce fine
brassware, malongs and mats.
They practice “kaingin” or slash and burn farming, do some
hunting and weave attractive baskets and handbags made of
“nito” and rattan.

Language
Maguindanao and Cebuano are the major dialects spoken
in the province.
Subdialects include T’boli, Manobo and Tiruray.
Tourist Attractions
1. Mount Minandar in Datu Odin Sinsuat,
Maguindanao.
Tourist Attractions
2. The historic Maliga Walay or Red House of Datu
Piang, Maguindanao
Tourist Attractions
4. The Masjid Dimaukom which is more popuparly
known as the Pink Mosque in Datu Saudi Ampatuan,
Maguindanao.
Festivals
1.Meguyaya -this is universal expression of thanksgiving
for the triumphs, abundance, prosperity or any form of
blessings they received.
Festivals
2. Inaul Festival-This colorful and vibrant
festival is observed annually on February 8 to 14.
The “inaul” is an original Maguindanaon product, a
hand woven cloth. The word inaul literally means
“weaved” in English.
Festivals

3. The Sagayan Festival, Sagayan" is a Maguindanao

word, and the war dance has always been part of
merrymakings during special occasions and
weddings among ethnic Maguindanaons. It is a
dance of nobility, gallantry, and honor. The
movements depict the ferocity of warriors and is
descriptive of the Maguindanaoans who hold the
reputation of being brave people.
The Sagayan Festival
Food
1.Pastil
Pastil which is known to have
been originated in
Maguindanao is an easy to
cook ulam composed of rice,
topped with sautéed chicken,
fish, or beef flakes. This
banana leaf wrapped meal is a
staple in Maguindanao’s
market places, sidewalks, and
alleys. With its affordable
price, it has been dubbed as a
“Poor Man’s Meal.”
Foods
2.Lawot Lawot
Lawot Lawot is a Vis-Min
vegetable dish composed
of familiar ingredients:
Squash, Okra, Eggplant,
String Beans, Bittergourd.
These vegetables are
sautéed (sometimes
directly boiled) then
simmered in a thick broth
Lanao Del Sur
 is the land of the Maranaos, “people of the
lake”this term generally referred to the native people
living around Lake Lanao.
The life of the Maranaos centers on Lake Lanao,
the second largest and deepest lake in the Philippines
and one of the most breathtakingly beautiful.
A commanding view of the lake is offered by
Marawi City, the provincial capital.
Common languages they use are Maranao and
Cebuano.
Tourist Attractions

1.Lake Lanao, it has a surface area of 340 square

kilometers (or 130 square miles), making it the largest
freshwater lake in Mindanao and the second largest in the
entire Philippines. In fact, many visitors have noted that its
size makes it look like an ocean instead of a mere lake.
Tourist Attractions

2. Aga Khan Museum, by visiting the

museum, you’ll get to see traditional
Mindanao musical instruments
(like kobing and kolintang), replicas of the
Maranao royal house called torogan and
pretty miniatures of mosques. You’ll also see
displays that are dedicated to the Moro Wars
and view weapons (such as single-edged
swords called kampilans and brass canons
called lantacans) that the early Muslims
used in fighting Spanish and American
soldiers hundreds of years ago.
2. Aga Khan Museum
Festivals
1.Eidil Adha is is celebrated after two and a half month of
Eid’l Fitr. It is in commemoration of the Islam Revolution. It
signifies the progressive realization of Islamic principles and
teachings among believers.
2. Kalilang sa Ranao 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.
Foods
1.Dodol
Dodol is one of the most popular
delicacies of the Maranaos. It is
made from sticky rice flour,
coconut milk, and brown sugar or
jaggery (natural sugar). It also
goes with different flavors to
make it more delicious; for the
Maranaos durian is the most
common. Dodol is usually served
during ramadhan, or during
celebrations and special occasions
like weddings, thanksgivings and
enthronements. The serving of
dodol with other Maranao
delicacies or confections is called
pagana
Foods
2.Tiateg
Jokingly, it feels like
eating fried wire mesh
because of how it looks
like. But tiateg is actually
a medley of rice flour, egg
& coco milk. To achieve
those crispy tangles, the
mixture swims on a deep-
fry in crisscrossing
motion. Then it goes on a
roll & doused with syrup
before it cools down
Foods
3.Pakbol
The cassava tuber is peeled,
grated, squeezed out of its
juice, then pressed between
palms and molded flat then
a piece of peeled semi-ripe
saba banana is placed on the
center and the cassava is
rolled to coat the banana,
then deep fried to cook.
When serving, pakbol is
pressed and rolled on white
or brown sugar
1. Leonor Orosa-Goquingco
(July 24, 1917 - July 15, 2005) was a 1976 Filipino national
artist in creative dance. She could play the piano, draw, design
scenery and costumes, sculpt, act, direct, dance and
choreograph. Her pen name was Cristina Luna and she was
known as Trailblazer, Mother of Philippine Theater
Dance and Dean of Filipino Performing Arts Critics.
 2.Muhammad Dipatuan Kudarat
(also spelled Qudarat or Corallat) (1581–1671) was
a Sultan of Maguindanao. During his reign, he
successfully opposed the Spaniards who attempted to
conquer his land and hindered the Christianization of
the island of Mindanao. He was a direct descendant
of Shariff Kabungsuwan, a Muslim missionary who
brought Islam to the Philippines.
Muhammad Dipatuan Kudarat