Mapun, Administrative division in Tawi-Tawi, Philippines
The Municipality of Mapun spans across 67 square kilometers of land, containing 15 barangays and several small surrounding islets in the Sulu Sea.
The territory remained under Spanish control after the 1898 Treaty of Paris until the United States purchased it separately in 1900 for administrative incorporation.
The Jama Mapun people maintain their identity through the Pullun Mapun language, which belongs to the Sama-Bajau branch of Austronesian languages.
The municipality includes multiple elementary schools, while many students pursue secondary education in other regions due to limited local facilities.
Local marine territories belong to the Turtle Islands Reserve, supporting a population of 30,038 residents who mainly work in agriculture and fishing.
GPS coordinates: 6.97532,118.51389
Latest update: March 8, 2025 10:36
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