6 places to discover
Bulingan Falls is a natural waterfall located in Barangay Bulingan, Lamitan City, Basilan Province, Philippines. Set within a forested area with clear pools and cascading water over rock formations, it is known as a local swimming and picnic destination. The falls is accessible from Lamitan city proper and is surrounded by lush vegetation, offering a tranquil natural setting for visitors seeking nature-based recreation in western Mindanao.
Kaum Purnah Mosque is a historic Islamic place of worship located in Barangay Kaumpurnah, Isabela City, Basilan, Philippines. Established in the late 19th century, it is regarded as one of the oldest mosques in Basilan and a significant landmark for the local Muslim community. The mosque features traditional Islamic architecture and serves as an active religious center, reflecting the cultural heritage and longstanding Islamic presence in the region.
Lamitan Museum, also known as Lamitan City Museum, is a local museum located within the Lamitan City Hall Complex in Lamitan City, Basilan, Philippines. It serves as a repository of the city's history and Yakan cultural heritage. The museum displays traditional Yakan textiles, weaving tools, artifacts, historical photographs and documents that illustrate Lamitan's development from a municipality to a city and the traditions of its indigenous communities.
Malamawi Island is a small coastal island located off the coast of Isabela City in Basilan Province, Philippines, separated by a narrow channel in the Basilan Strait. It is known for its stretch of white sand beach on its western side, clear turquoise waters and coconut-lined shoreline. Accessible by short boat ride from Isabela City, the island offers a quiet beach setting popular for day trips, swimming and picnics away from the mainland.
Santa Isabel Cathedral is the Roman Catholic cathedral located in central Isabela City, Basilan, Philippines. Dedicated to Saint Elizabeth of Portugal, it serves as the seat of the Territorial Prelature of Isabela. Situated in Barangay Seaside near the city plaza, the present modern structure is notable as the main Catholic place of worship in Basilan and a central landmark of Isabela City.
Sumagdang Beach is a coastal beach located in Barangay Sumagdang, Isabela City, on the eastern coast of Basilan Province, Philippines. Situated a short distance from Isabela City proper along the Basilan Strait, it is known for its sandy shoreline, calm waters and views toward nearby islets. The beach serves as a local recreation area for residents and visitors, offering a simple, accessible seaside setting for swimming, picnics and shoreline walks.