The Wonders of my province

Turtle Island
Green Sea Turtles make this remote and distant island their home since it is the only habitation for their kind in Asia. The island is considered as a wildlife sanctuary  and protected area by Malaysia and the Philippines. Beautiful beaches make this place an ideal getaway although access to the island is difficult. Arrangements with the local authorities can be made, however.

Simunul Island
Islam in the Philippines began in Simunul Island when Sheik Karimul Makhdum from present-day Saudi Arabia built the first-ever mosque in the country. The mosque in his honor still stands today. The island also boasts of white sand beaches comparable to that of Palawan and Boracay. However, the better accommodations are in the main island, Bongao.

Cocowayan Festival

Isabela City, the capital of Basilan province, maybe one of the newest cities of the Philippines, but in recent years it has made headlines all over the country due to incidences of strife.  These incidents never dampen the spirits of the people of Isabela City as they celebrate the Cocowayan Festival, which is the feast honoring the roots of the then municipality and celebrates what it is now as a city.  Not only that, it pays homage to the coconut and bamboo industries, which serves as its fuel of income to its residents.  People from its 45 baranagys converge for a display of merrymaking and gratitude for the blessings that they receive.