3. The Autonomous Region in Muslim
Mindanao (ARMM) is the region of
the Philippines that is composed of
all the Philippines' predominantly
Muslim provinces, namely: Basilan
(except Isabela City), Lanao del Sur,
Maguindanao, Sulu and Tawi-Tawi,
and the Islamic City of Marawi. It is
the only region that has its own
government. The regional capital is
at Cotabato City, although this city is
outside of its jurisdiction.
20. Cultural Heritage
Music of the Philippines
and Kulintang
The native
Maguindanaon and
other native
Muslim/non-Muslim
groups have a culture
that revolves around
kulintang music, a
specific type of gong
music, found among
both Muslim and non-
Muslim groups of the