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Sulu


Facts

Region: ARMM
Capital: Jolo
City: none
Land Area: 1,600 sq. km.
Number of Towns: 18

1. Indanan
2. Jolo
3. Kalingalan Caluang
4. Lugus
5. Luluk
6. Maimbung

7. Hadji Panglima Tahil
8. Panglima Estino
9. Old Panamao
10. Pandami
11. Pangutaran
12. Parang

13. Pata
14. Patikul
15. Siasi
16. Talipao
17. Tapul
18. Tongkil


Historical Sites

Walled City - The smallest walled city in the world. This is where the historic brick walls of Jolo, that crumbled due to age, neglect and decay, is located. This is the evidence of Jolo´s historic and continuous strife. At the entrance of the city are four gates, which were used as watch towers and several mounds, which were burial grounds of Spanish and American soldiers who died in the hands of the Muslim warriors.

Provincial Capitol - Constructed during the administration of Governor Murphy Sangkula. This is also considered as one of Jolo´s tourist attractions because of its moorish-inspired architectural design.

American Calvary Monument - So far the only existing museum in Sulu. Located in Jolo and known as the Sunken Garden. This was built to thank the American soldiers who fought for the people from Jolo. Also serves as the town's landmark.


Major Attractions

Maubo Beach - It boasts of about 1 km of white sand, which is frequently visited by the residents because of its accessibility.

Tandu Beach - A white sand beach found just 2 kms. away from the town proper.

Tadjung Beach - Another white sand beach just 3 kms. away from the town proper.

Pearl Farm at Marungas Island - The Sulu Sea is dotted with coral reefs and can provide probably some of the world’s best dive spots for those seeking the ultimate in underwater beauty and adventure. Tubbataja Reef is the best-known site in the Sulu Sea, drawing divers from all over the world.


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