The Islamic City of Marawi is a 3rd class city in the province of Lanao del Sur, Philippines. It is the capital city of Lanao del Sur. Marawi City is bounded on the west by Marantao and Saguiaran, on the east by Bubong and Ditsaan Ramain, on the north by Kapai and Saguiran, and on the south by Lake Lanao. It has a total land area of 22.6 sq. km. Square kilometre (U.S. spelling: square kilometer), symbol km², is a decimal multiple of SI unit of surface area square metre, one of the SI derived units. ... A city (lungsod, sometimes siyudad, in Filipino) is a tier of local government in the Philippines. ... Map of the Philippines showing all the regions and their provinces. ... Lanao del Sur is a province of the Philippines located in the Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao (ARMM). ... Marantao is a municipality in the province of Lanao del Sur, Philippines. ... Saguiaran is a 4th class municipality in the province of Lanao del Sur, Philippines. ... Bubong is a 4th class municipality in the province of Lanao del Sur, Philippines. ... Ditsaan-Ramain is a municipality in the province of Lanao del Sur, Philippines. ... Kapai is a municipality in the province of Lanao del Sur, Philippines. ... Lake Lanao a large lake in the Philippines, located in Lanao del Sur province in the countrys southern island of Mindanao. ...

According to the 2000 census, Marawi City has a population of 131,090 people in 20,375 households. It is politically subdivided into 96 barangays. The economy of Marawi City is largely based on agriculture and exporting. Year 2000 (MM) was a leap year starting on Saturday (link will display full 2000 Gregorian calendar). ... A barangay (Tagalog: baranggay , pronounced as ba-rang-gai, gai as in guy), also known by its former name, the barrio, is the smallest local government unit in the Philippines and is the native Filipino term for a village, district or ward. ...

The mayor of Marawi City is Sultan Fahad "Pre" Salic (elected on May 14, 2007).

History

The name of Marawi was derived from the Maranao word "rawi" which locally means "reclining" and refers to the lilies that bend northward on the banks of the mouth of the Agus River. Marawi was formerly part of the municipality of Dansalan. The municipality of Dansalan was established under the Moro Province in 1907. In 1940, Dansalan became a chartered city, but was not inaugurated until 1950. In 1956, Dansalan City was renamed Marawi City through a congressional act. In 1980, it was officially renamed the Islamic City of Marawi, with a 90 percent Muslim population. As Lanao del Sur's capital city, Marawi serves as the province's commercial, educational, cultural, religious, and political center. Year 1907 (MCMVII) was a common year starting on Tuesday (link will display the full calendar) of the Gregorian calendar (or a common year starting on Monday of the 13-day-slower Julian calendar). ... Year 1940 (MCMXL) was a leap year starting on Monday (link will display the full 1940 calendar) of the Gregorian calendar. ... Year 1980 (MCMLXXX) was a leap year starting on Tuesday (link displays the 1980 Gregorian calendar). ...

Geography

Marawi City is bounded on the north by the municipalities of Kapai and Saguiaran, on the south by Lake Lanao, on the east by the municipalities of Bubong and Ditsaan Ramain, and on the west by the municipalities of Marantao and Sauiaran. Rolling hills and valleys and a placid lake dominate the city's landscape. Due to its high elevation, its weather is cool (in tropical terms) and pleasant, distinguished by an even distribution of rainfall throughout the year.

Society

Marawi City is predominantly Muslim. Maranao is the most widely spoken dialect and is understood by Muslims and Christians alike. Since Arabic studies came to be widely taught among the city's students, a great number of the population can read, write and speak Arabic. Also, the majority of schools use English as the medium of instruction.

Holidays

Maulid En Nabi. The entire Muslim world celebrate the feast, the birthday of Muhammad. This is movable feast on which the Sultan or Datu of the place is oblige to give for his people. Some of the Maranaos celebrate it ahead of the set day and the rest on the specified date, birthday of Muhammad. Muhammad in a new genre of Islamic calligraphy started in the 17th century by Hafiz Osman. ...

Ramadan. The Muslims seem eagerly looking forward this 12th month of the year. They believe that they have to spend what they have earned for the rest of 11 months in the whole month of Ramadan. Not only looking for the best foods in town but searching for the best kitchen utensils. Some have been accustomed to buying new equipment and keep the old ones during this month. On the very first night, others called it Pegang, special foods displayed in new beautiful glasswares were being served happily. Some believed that once you begin with the above, surely the following nights will be repetitions. Giving and praying during this month will be rewarded a thousand times than the rest of the months.

Wedding Day. Wedding cost a lot wherein the presence of both the bride and groom's parents, relatives and friends are necessary. The celebration varies from the class of the family where the couple belongs. Food served and money is divided among the crowd. Festivity started one week before the crowning of the Sultan, Bae and datus. People are invited together in this occasion wherein food is served in abundance. It is therefore the best time for the coronation of the nobility such as Sultan and other Datus.

Morod A Miskin. Is a feast given to the poor of the community. Food is prepared and people are invited including the Sultan to partake the feast.

Morod A Lomalayag. Feast given by travelers or sailors after they have returned from a trip in thanksgiving for their success and safety.

Ethnic Dances

Kini-kini. A special artistic way of walking of Maranao women, as dramatized in their dances.

Singkil. A world famous dance which has for its basic accompaniment the clapping of two bamboo poles. An interesting footnote to Maranao dances: The women are not allowed to dance with the men

Commerce and Industry

Most industries in the city are resource-oriented. They include rice and corn mills, hollow-block manufacturing, goldsmithing, and saw milling. Small and cottage-size enterprises are engaged in garment-making, mat and malong weaving, woodcraft, brassware making, and blacksmithing.

Interesting Destinations

Aga Khan (Mindanao State University, Marawi City). Named in honor of King Aga Khan who contributed to the realization of the museaum. Historical development of the country is bank on the large space upon the conservation of cultural materials. It has huge, collection of indigenous art, displayed ethnic music tape recorded, the native folk dances from different regions of Mindanao, Sulu and Palawan, the native tools and weapons used by the Muslims and different artistic designs of houses are the main attractions of museum. Indigenous art and cultural material are being diaplayed.

Moncado Colony (Moncado, Cadingilan). Named in honor of Hilario Camino Moncado, a native Filipino, leader, an organizer, author of books and lecturer of humanities. He graduated with honor at the age of nine at India Collage of Mystery and Psychics. Moncado monuments and wild animals monuments can be found here.

Torogans and Sambitory old Building (Amito, Dayawan, Marawi City, Sambitory building, Barrio Naga, Marawi City). The feeling of the unique natural setting of the Maranao in Marawi City is manifested by the presence of many large "Torogans", an antique royal high roofed with curving designed houses of Maranao.

Beautiful Rolling Hills and Mountains. They are found in Marawi City. Signal hill, Arumpac hill and Mt. Mupo are considered beautiful but mysterious. Angoyao hills served as natural watch over tower to the water of the Lake Lnao. Mt. Mupo is known for its untouched trees, beautiful and perfect cone.

Lake Lanao. Marawi lies in the rolling terrain commanding majestic view of the fascinating Lake Lanao. The largest lake in Mindanao and the deepest in the Philippines. It is one of the 15 ancient lakes of the world.

Bagang Beach (Caloocan, Marawi City). It is located 2 meters away from the commercial site of the city; filled rocks and boulders, trees in the lakeside that served benches and the latter as shades. Besides are floating woods, where the brgy. residents take a bath and ablution. Ideal for picnics, nice place for boating and swimming because of the clear water.

Agus River. Located in between Saduc and Lilod, Marawi City. Swiftest river in the country, its famous cataract is the Maria Cristina Falls, outlet of Lake Lanao to Illana Bay.

Golf Course. Located at the Mindanao State University, Marawi City. A 9 hole course laid out on the gentle greenery of Mindanao State University. Visitors who play golf will enjoy playing at the greenery ground, one can relax and breath the clean country, air and bath under the gentle sun.

Kilometer Zero Point Marker. An important lamdmark in Lanao del Sur, from which all distances in Mindanao are measured. This is similar to the measures of distances in Manila which begin at the Rizal Monument in Rizal Park.

Mindanao State University (MSU). Marawi City draws the most number of visitors within Lanao del Sur in which the MSU is located. Founded in 1961, it serves as an educational institute and a center of social and cultural integration. 11 Dansalan College (DC) Founded by the American Protestants after world war II. It served as the premiere secondary institution of the province and produced some of the best leaders of Lanao del Sur such as the late Gov. Mamintal A. Adiong. Year 1961 (MCMLXI) was a common year starting on Sunday (link will display full calendar) of the Gregorian calendar. ...

Travel

Philippine Air Lines and other airlines have daily flights every day from Manila to Cagayan de Oro City. From Cagayan de Oro, there are collective taxis for 4 to 6 passengers who share the fare going to Marawi. Nickname: Motto: Linisin Ikarangal Maynila Map of Metro Manila showing the location of Manila Coordinates: 14°35 N 121° E Country Region Districts 1st to 6th districts of Manila Barangays 897 Incorporated (city) June 10, 1574 Government  - Mayor Alfredo Lim (2007-2010; GO)  - Vice Mayor Isko Moreno (AM/PDP-Laban... The City of Cagayan de Oro (abbreviated C.D.O. or Cag. ... Cagayan de Oro (abbreviated C.D.O.) is the premier city of Northern Mindanao. ...

From Cotabato City, the seat of the Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao and Region XII, you can either take a plane for a 30-minute flight or you can go by land. Should you choose to take a plane, it will bring you to Baloi Airport at Baloi, Lanao del Norte. Then take a PUJ (jeepney) to Marawi, about 30-minute ride. If you choose by land, then you have to choose either via Malabang or via Davao - Butuan - Cagayan de Oro City - Iligan City tri before you finally reach Marawi. Cotabato, formerly North Cotabato, is a landlocked province of the Philippines located in the SOCCSKSARGEN region in Mindanao. ... Lanao del Norte is a province of the Philippines located in the Northern Mindanao region. ... Butuan City is a 1st class city in the province of Agusan del Norte, Philippines. ... Cagayan de Oro (abbreviated C.D.O.) is the premier city of Northern Mindanao. ... Iligan City is a thriving city in the northwestern part of the island of Mindanao in the Philippines. ...

If you want to reach Marawi City by water transportation, from Manila, you can take a ferry direct to Cagayan de Oro City for two days or to Iligan City for two and a half days. Also, from Manila to Cebu City to Iligan then from Cagayan de Oro or Iligan, jeepneys can take you to Marawi City. Nickname: Motto: Linisin Ikarangal Maynila Map of Metro Manila showing the location of Manila Coordinates: 14°35 N 121° E Country Region Districts 1st to 6th districts of Manila Barangays 897 Incorporated (city) June 10, 1574 Government  - Mayor Alfredo Lim (2007-2010; GO)  - Vice Mayor Isko Moreno (AM/PDP-Laban... Cagayan de Oro (abbreviated C.D.O.) is the premier city of Northern Mindanao. ... Iligan City is a thriving city in the northwestern part of the island of Mindanao in the Philippines. ... Nickname: Motto: Linisin Ikarangal Maynila Map of Metro Manila showing the location of Manila Coordinates: 14°35 N 121° E Country Region Districts 1st to 6th districts of Manila Barangays 897 Incorporated (city) June 10, 1574 Government  - Mayor Alfredo Lim (2007-2010; GO)  - Vice Mayor Isko Moreno (AM/PDP-Laban... For other uses, see Cebu (disambiguation). ... Iligan City is a thriving city in the northwestern part of the island of Mindanao in the Philippines. ... Cagayan de Oro (abbreviated C.D.O.) is the premier city of Northern Mindanao. ... Iligan City is a thriving city in the northwestern part of the island of Mindanao in the Philippines. ...

External links

• Philippine Standard Geographic Code
• 2000 Philippine Census Information
• #Marawi Undernet - Islamic City of Marawi (Marawi City) :: Meranao Chatters @ Undernet Network

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The City of San Fernando, (Kapampangan: Lakanbalen ning San Fernando/Siudad ning San Fernando; Filipino: Lungsod ng San Fernando) is a 2nd class city in the province of Pampanga, Philippines. ... San Jose City is a 2nd class city in the province of Nueva Ecija, Philippines. ... San Jose del Monte City (or simply San Jose) is a second class/partially urban component city in the province of Bulacan, Philippines. ... The City of San Pablo (Filipino: Lungsod ng San Pablo) is a first class city in the province of Laguna, Philippines. ... Nickname: Motto: Tindig Bayan, Sulong Mamayan (literally, Strong Town to Help Nations) Map of Laguna showing the location of Santa Rosa City Coordinates: 14°19N 14°3E Country Region Province 1st district of Laguna Districts 897 Barangays 18 Incorporated (town) January 15, 1792 Incorporated (city) July 10, 2004... Silay City is a 2nd class city in the province of Negros Occidental, Philippines. ... Sipalay City is a 5th class city in the province of Negros Occidental, Philippines. ... Sorsogon City is a city located at the province of Sorsogon, Philippines. ... Surigao City is a 2nd class city in the province of Surigao del Norte, Philippines. ... Tabaco City is a 4th class city in the province of Albay, Philippines. ... Tabuk is a 5th class city in the province of Kalinga, Philippines. ... Tacloban City is the largest city and regional center of the Eastern Visayas region of the Philippines. ... Tacurong City is a 5th class city in the province of Sultan Kudarat, Philippines. ... Nickname: Map of Cavite showing the location of Tagaytay. ... View of the City of Tagbilaran from Bohol Plaza Resort Flag of Tagbilaran City Tagbilaran City is a 3rd class city in the province of Bohol, Philippines. ... Tagum City (Dakbayan sa Tagum/Syudad sa Tagum) is a 1st class city in the 1st congressional district of the province of Davao del Norte, Philippines. ... Map of Cebu showing the location of Talisay City. ... Talisay City is a 5th class city in the province of Negros Occidental, Philippines. ... The City of Tanauan (Filipino: Lungsod ng Tanauan) is a third class city in the province of Batangas, Philippines. ... ≈ Tandag is a 2nd class city in the province of Surigao del Sur, Philippines. ... Tangub City is a 3rd class city in the province of Misamis Occidental, Philippines. ... The City of Tayabas, Quezon (Filipino: Lungsod ng Tayabas) is a component city in the province of Quezon, Philippines. ... Tanjay City is a 5th class city in the province of Negros Oriental, Philippines. ... Tarlac City is a 3rd class city in the province of Tarlac, Philippines. ... Toledo City, formerly known as Pueblo Hinulawan, is a 2nd class city in the province of Cebu, Philippines. ... Trece Martires City is a 4th class city in the province of Cavite, Philippines. ... The City of Tuguegarao is a second class city in the province of Cagayan, Philippines. ... The City of Urdaneta is a 2nd class city in the province of Pangasinan, Philippines. ... Wikipedia does not have an article with this exact name. ... Victorias City is a 5th class city in the province of Negros Occidental, Philippines. ... The City of Vigan is a 5th class city in the province of Ilocos Sur, Philippines. ... Map of Earth showing lines of latitude (horizontally) and longitude (vertically), Eckert VI projection; large version (pdf, 1. ...