Philippine Geography -SULU.ppt

1. SULU
KATHLANE APRIL LOPEZ BSTM 1B

2. GEOGRAPHICAL LOCATION

3. Fun Facts about SULU
• It’s capital is Jolo
• Sulu is known or famous for Pearls
• Sulu is a province of the Philippines in the
Sulu Archipelago and part of the
Bangsamoro Autonomous Region in
Muslim Mindanao.

4. SULU
• The present area of the Sultanate of Sulu
was once under the influence of the
Bruneian Empire before it gained its own
independence in 1578.
• Out of all 82 provinces in the Philippines,
it is the poorest, as evidenced by it having
the highest poverty rate.

5. FAMOUS ATTRACTIONS
Tubbataha Reef National Marine
Park
• Tubbataha Reef is one of the best
diving sites in the world due to its
vast and pristine underwater
ecosystem and thriving marine life.
• It is the first Philippine tourist spot
inscribed in the UNESCO World
Heritage List in 1993.

6. Bangas Island
FAMOUS ATTRACTIONS
• Bangas Island boasts of crystalline
white sands and crystal-clear
waters calmly splashing on the
shoreline. It is one of the top Sulu
tourist spots and could easily rival
other popular beaches in the
Philippines.

7. FAMOUS ATTRACTIONS
Manisan Beach
• Manisan Beach has white sandy
beaches with thriving marine diversity.
However, it remains one of the least
known Sulu tourist spots. It is home to
the native Sama-Banguingui people
who bravely fought the Spanish
invaders centuries ago.

8. FAMOUS ATTRACTIONS
Sulu Provincial Capitol
• Just like in other Muslim
provinces, the Sulu Provincial
Capitol showcases an Islamic-
Inspired architecture. It could
easily capture the eyes of
visitors and passersby.

9. FAMOUS ATTRACTIONS
Tomb of Rajah Baguinda
• Lying at Bud Datu or the
mountain Prince is the tomb of
Rajah Baguinda. He was a
Muslim prince from
Manangkaw, Sumatra in
Indonesia who introduced Islam
to Sulu in 1390. Every year,
hundreds of Islamic pilgrims
visit the tomb to pay respect.

10. FAMOUS ATTRACTIONS
Sulu Provincial Museum
• Sulu Provincial Museum is one of the
recognized cultural Sulu attractions. It
contains various artifacts, relics, and
artworks showcasing the rich culture
and history of the province.

11. FAMOUS ATTRACTIONS
• The Heart-shaped Lake most
commonly known as the Siit
Lake is a naturally inspired
lake with a shape of a heart
symbol.
Lake Seit

12. ACCOMMODATIONS
SULU PEACEKEEPERS
INN
BUD AGAD RESORT &
HOTEL

13. ACCOMODATIONS
BAY NATUH BOUTIQUE
HOTEL

14. FOOD & DELICACIES
MEE GORENG BEEF KULMA

15. FOOD & DELICACIES
TIYULA ITUM OR BLACK
SOUP
PIANGGANG

16. FOOD & DELICACIES
PUNJUNG & WAJIT
STICKY RICE PURPLE
CAKE

17. APAM
FOOD & DELICACIES
SATTI

18. FOOD & DELICACIES
TOGUE AND FISH

19. FESTIVAL
• 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.
Rajah Baguinda Festival

20. FESTIVALS
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. It was organized
by the Joint Task Group of Sulu for
Badjaos.
• In addition, Badjaos who received the
vintas said they are happy to start
their livelihood with the traditional
boats that define their culture and
identity.

21. People in Sulu Language Spoken
Tausug, also spelled Tau Sug or Tausog, also
called Joloano, Sulu, or Suluk, one of the largest of
the Muslim (sometimes called Moro) ethnic groups
of the southwestern Philippines. They live primarily
in the Sulu Archipelago, southwest of the island of
Mindanao, mainly in the Jolo island cluster.
Tausug, Sama, Tagalog, English,
Sabah, Malay and Chavacano
Religion
Sulu inhabitants are predominantly Muslim,
constituting about 97% of the provincial population,
with a minority of Christians (2.6%).

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