Marawi is the lone city (along with thirty-nine (39) municipalities) that comprise the province of Lanao del Sur in the Bangsamoro Autonomous Region ( BARMM ). The city is politically subdivided into (96) barangays, and is a part of the 1st Congressional District of Lanao del Sur.
The Islamic City of Marawi, as it is fondly referred to, is the capital and seat of the provincial government, and the province’s main political, economic and cultural hub.
A placid lake amidst rolling hills and valleys dominate Marawi’s landscape. The city lies on the northern shore of Lake Lanao, nestled on a plateau 833 meters above sea level. Its elevation provides a majestic vista of the fascinating lake and its surrounding terrain.
The city is nature-blessed with flat lands and gently sloping hills complemented with cool and pleasant weather all year through. Lake Lanao, which is the largest in Mindanao and the deepest in the Philippines, is counted as one of the 15 ancient lakes of the world.
Aside from the majestic lake, Marawi is endowed with other potential tourist destinations which include scenic natural attractions such as the enchanting Mount Mupo, known for its beautiful and almost perfect cone; the Agus River, the swiftest flowing river in the country; and Signal and Angoyao hills, which serve as natural watch towers over the waters of Lake Lanao.
Marawi is also home to the Aga Khan Musuem, the primary museum in the Philippines that houses artifacts of the Moro culture. In addition, the city hosts colorful cultural festivities each year proudly portraying the Maranao people’s unique culture and tradition.