The name Mindanao is derived from a compound word in the Maguindanao language: min, a past tense verb prefix, and danao, meaning 'lake'. Together, they translate to 'land of where the …

May 31, 2025 · Mindanao, island, the second largest (after Luzon) in the Philippines, in the southern part of the archipelago, surrounded by the Bohol, Philippine, Celebes, and Sulu seas. …

Mindanao is the southernmost major island group in the Philippines, situated below the Visayas region. It is one of the three main island groups in the country, alongside Luzon and Visayas, …

Mindanao is one of the three principal island groups of the Philippines. Its largest islands are the Mindanao landmass, Basilan, Jolo, Tawitawi, and Dinagat.

It comprises five provinces: Bukidnon, Camiguin, Misamis Occidental, Misamis Oriental, and Lanao del Norte, as well as two highly urbanized cities: Cagayan de Oro and Iligan, all …

Things to Do in Mindanao, Philippines: See Tripadvisor's 95,395 reviews & photos of 1,100 Mindanao attractions.

Oct 17, 2014 · The Mindanao Development Authority extends our heartfelt wishes to our Muslim brothers and sisters across Mindanao and the BIMP-EAGA for a blessed Ramadan. May this …

Mar 3, 2018 · Being the second largest island group next to Luzon, Mindanao has been dubbed the country’s ‘Land of Promise’ for its untapped, promising natural resources. It has become …

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The Philippines cultured pearl industry is centered in Mindanao. Tuna fishing is big in the General Santos area. Mindanao has rich volcanic soil, dense forests that are the home of monkey …