Ditsaan-Ramain

Nestled in the heart of Lanao del Sur and proudly standing beside the majestic Lake Lanao, Ditsaan-Ramain is more than just a municipality — it’s a cultural treasure trove brimming with Maranao pride, Islamic heritage, and scenic serenity. Just a short ride from Marawi City, this charming town is often called the “Gateway to the Maranao Homeland” — and for good reason.

Ditsaan-Ramain is home to several ancient torogans, traditional Maranao royal houses that showcase intricate okir woodcarvings. These structures symbolize the regal past of the Maranao people. Some ancestral homes still stand tall, whispering tales of sultanates, honor, and resilience.

Nature lovers will enjoy the Panoramic View of Lake Lanao, one of the largest lakes in the Philippines and a spiritual lifeline of Mindanao. The peaceful waters, often kissed by the golden sun, make it perfect for reflection or a simple lakeside picnic.

Adventurers can explore hidden waterfalls and lush forest trails that surround the area, still untouched by mainstream tourism — a perfect off-grid retreat.

Ditsaan-Ramain is proudly Maranao, and this means colorful malong fabrics, kulintang music, and kambatok tattoo stories passed down through generations.

The locals embrace their Islamic faith and Maranao roots with pride, practicing pangantucan (Maranao etiquette), and celebrating life through kapamagot (communal storytelling and chants).

Your taste buds are in for a royal treat! Try the iconic Piaparan — a rich coconut chicken dish flavored with turmeric and sakurab (native scallion). For snacks, enjoy Dodol, a sticky-sweet Maranao dessert made from glutinous rice, coconut milk, and sugarcane molasses.

Feeling brave? Take a bite of Palapa, a spicy condiment made from sakurab, chili, and ginger — Maranao meals aren’t complete without it!

Though subtle and spiritual, Ramadhan and Eid al-Fitr are celebrated with deep reverence and unity. Families prepare grand feasts, and mosques echo with communal prayers.

Ditsaan-Ramain also partakes in regional events like Kapamalong Festival, showcasing Maranao crafts, dances, and the elegance of the traditional malong worn with style and symbolism.

Music here is as poetic as the landscape. The kulintang ensemble, featuring gongs and agongs, sets the rhythm of traditional dances like Singkil — a graceful tale of royalty and rescue.

Local youth are now blending these ancestral sounds with modern beats, creating a fresh wave of Maranao fusion music that’s capturing attention on social media.

• Authentic Maranao heritage and traditional homes
• Proximity to historic Marawi City
• Lake Lanao views and cultural richness
• Unique halal delicacies and indigenous crafts
• A peaceful, spiritual community with deep Islamic values