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Bangsamoro

بانجسامورو  (Arabic)
باڠسامورو  (Tausug)
Autonomous Region
Bangsamoro Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao
Filipino: Rehiyong Awtonomo ng Bangsamoro sa Muslim Mindanao
Arabic: منطقة بانجسامورو ذاتية الحكم فى مسلمى مينداناو
Bulingan Falls, Lamitan city, Basilan
Sulu Provincial Capitol
Panampangan Island, Sapa-sapa, Tawi-Tawi
Polloc Port, Parang, Maguindanao
Lanao Lake at Marawi City
PC Hill Cotabato City
Left to right, top to bottom: Bulingan Falls, Lamitan, Basilan; Sulu Provincial Capitol; Panampangan Island, Sapa-sapa, Tawi-Tawi; Polloc Port, Parang, Maguindanao; Lanao Lake at Marawi City; and PC Hill, Cotabato City
Flag of Bangsamoro
Flag
 Official seal of Bangsamoro
Seal
Anthem: Bangsamoro Hymn
Location in the Philippines
Location in the Philippines
Country Philippines
Regional center Cotabato City (de facto)
Time zone UTC+08:00 (PST)
Provinces
5
Basilan (except Isabela City)
Lanao del Sur
Maguindanao
Sulu
Tawi-Tawi
Cities
3
Cotabato City
Lamitan
Marawi
Municipalities 116
Barangays 2,590 (including 63 in the Special Geographic Area in Cotabato)

The Bangsamoro is a special area in the southern Philippines. It is officially called the Bangsamoro Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao, or BARMM for short.

This region was created in 2019. It replaced an older region called the Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao.

Bangsamoro is home to amazing natural places. These include Lake Lanao, which is one of the oldest lakes in the world. The area also has the Turtle Islands Wildlife Sanctuary, Bongao Peak, and the Basilan Rainforest.

About Bangsamoro

Bangsamoro is a unique part of the Philippines. It is an "autonomous region." This means it has its own government and laws. These laws are made to fit the needs of the people living there. The region is mostly made up of Muslim communities.

Where is Bangsamoro located?

Bangsamoro is found in the southern part of the Philippines. It includes five provinces:

  • Basilan (except for Isabela City)
  • Lanao del Sur
  • Maguindanao
  • Sulu
  • Tawi-Tawi

It also includes three cities:

  • Cotabato City (which is its main center)
  • Lamitan
  • Marawi

There are also many smaller towns and villages.

What makes Bangsamoro special?

Bangsamoro is known for its rich culture and beautiful nature.

  • Nature: It has Lake Lanao, a very old lake. The Turtle Islands Wildlife Sanctuary is also here. This place is important for protecting sea turtles. You can also find Bongao Peak and the Basilan Rainforest.
  • Culture: The region has a long history. It is home to various Muslim groups. These groups have unique traditions, music, and art. They have their own special clothing and food.

How was Bangsamoro formed?

The Bangsamoro region was created to bring peace and development. People voted for it in 2019. This vote was called a "plebiscite." It allowed the people to decide if they wanted this new autonomous region. The creation of BARMM was a big step. It gave more power to the local communities. This helps them manage their own affairs.

Images for kids

  • Eagle eye view Cotabato City

    A view of Cotabato City as seen in February 2018

  • Moro Sultanates (Philippines)

    Approximate historical extent of the Muslim sultanates of Sulu, Maguindanao and Lanao

  • Bangsamoro plebiscite voting Basak Malutlut Elementary School

    Voters look for their names at a precinct in Marawi during the January 21 BOL plebiscite.

  • Rodrigo Duterte BARMM inauguration agong

    President Rodrigo Duterte sounds the agung during the inauguration of Bangsamoro. He is joined by Chief Minister Murad Ebrahim.

  • Marawi City

    Marawi

  • Shariff Kabunsuan Festival 2016 Guinakit Fluvial Parade 4

    Ginakit boat of the Maguindanao people

  • Masjid Bacolod

    Bacolod-Kalawi, Lanao del Sur

  • Daru Jambangan

    Daru Jambangan (Palace of Flowers) in Maimbung, Sulu before it was destroyed by a typhoon in 1932.

  • Inaul

    Inaul, a Maguindanaon woven cloth.

  • US Navy 060614-N-6501M-015 The U.S. Military Sealift Command (MSC) Hospital Ship USNS Mercy (T-AH 19) is anchored off of the coast of Tawi Tawi

    Bongao, Tawi-Tawi

  • Moro cannon or swivel gun (lantaka) from the Sulu Archipelago, brass, Honolulu Museum of Art

    A Moro brass lantaka or swivel gun.

  • Iranun lanong warship by Rafael Monleón (1890)

    19th century illustration of a lanong, the main warships used by the Iranun and Banguingui people

  • Tausūg horsemen in Sulu, taken on 30 December 1899 from issue of Leslie s Weekly

    Tausūg horsemen in Sulu, taken on December 30, 1899.

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    Sarimanok statue of the Maranao

  • Yakan cloth

    Yards of Yakan people's cloths

  • Old Moro Sailing Boat (A Bajau lepa houseboat)

    A Sama-Bajau lepa houseboat (c. 1905)

  • Pis siyabit (headscarf), Tausug people, Philippines, Honolulu Museum of Art 14451.1

    Pis siyabit (headscarf) of the Tausūgs

  • Palapa (Philippines)

    Palapa, a culturally important spicy condiment of the Maranao people

  • Kinding-sindaw1

    Tausūg dancers in traditional attire.

  • Lute (kutyapi), Mindanao, wood, Honolulu Museum of Art

    A kutiyapi of the Maguindanao people

  • Malong1

    A malong bearing okir designs.

  • Basih weapons

    Moro blades made from Basilan "basih" (iron)

  • Pastil (Philippines) 01

    Pastil, a traditional Maguindanaon food.

  • Lami-Lamihan Festival

    Lami-Lamihan Festival

  • Mindanao Bangsamoro Islamic Musical Instruments

    A Maranao kulintang ensemble with okir carvings

See also

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