Iligan, Industrial city in Northern Mindanao, Philippines
Iligan is an industrial city at the edge of the coast in northern Mindanao that spreads along the Iligan River and is surrounded by hills. The urban area covers several dozen barangays, some densely built and others blending into rural zones.
Missionaries arrived in the region in the early seventeenth century and laid the foundation for a Christian community. In the twentieth century the city developed into an industrial center, especially after the construction of several power plants.
The name Diyandi refers to an annual festival that brings regional dances, foods, and crafts into public view. During these days the streets become open stages where groups in colorful costumes perform and keep old traditions alive.
Jeepneys and buses run through the city and connect the different barangays with each other. Those wanting to reach the waterfalls and surrounding areas should prepare for a longer ride.
The Maria Cristina Falls supply power to factories in the area and at the same time attract visitors who want to see the water spectacle. Access to the plant itself is limited but viewpoints nearby offer a good view of the cascades.
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