What bodies of water surround the island of Mindanao?
The Sulu Sea lies to the west while the Philippine Sea borders the east coast. To the south, the Celebes Sea stretches out and the Mindanao Sea defines the northern boundary.
Questions about Mindanao
Short answers, pulled from the story.
When did Ruy López de Villalobos first reach Mindanao?
Ruy López de Villalobos became the first Spaniard to reach Mindanao on the 2nd of February 1543. He named the island Caesarea Caroli after Charles V of the Holy Roman Empire.
How many people were killed during the siege of Marawi City in May 2017?
More than 180,000 people were forced to evacuate Marawi City during the siege in May 2017. The official death toll reached 1,109 mostly members of a militant alliance.
Which volcano is the highest peak in the country located within Mindanao?
Mount Apo stands as the highest peak in the entire country at 2,954 meters above sea level. It sits near Davao City alongside another inactive volcano named Mount Talomo.
What percentage of the Philippines population lived in Mindanao in 2017?
In 2017 Mindanao had a population of over 25 million representing 22 percent of the entire country. Around 25.8 percent of household populations classified themselves as Cebuanos.