The Department of Tourism of the Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao (DOT-ARMM) conducted an assessment of identified tourism assets in Marawi City last March 13-16.
In coordination with authorities in Marawi City, the AFP and the Provincial Government of Lanao del Sur, the team composed of DOT-ARMM employees was able to enter the main battle area where some of the city's tourism assets are located.
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| Standing Strong. The Century Old Dayawan Torogan, a cultural property and a National Historical Landmark. |
The team also visited tourism sites outside the main battle area including the century-old Dayawan Torogan; Masjid Abubakar in East Basak; Marawi Resort Hotel, Aga Khan Museum and MSU Hostel which are located within the MSU-Main campus; the Capitol Mosque at the Provincial Capitol Complex; and Kampo Ranao.
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| Saved. Masjid Abubakar located in Brgy. East Basak is the biggest mosque in Marawi City. |
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| Untouched. King Faizal Mosque inside the MSU-Marawi Campus. |
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| The Capitol Mosque is located within the Lanao Del Sur Provincial Capitol Complex. During the Marawi Siege it served as evacuation center for some residents. |
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| Completely destroyed. The historic Bato Mosque. |
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| Masjid Mindanao Islamic Center after the war. This is one of the largest mosques in Marawi City. |
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| Back to normal. The Aga Khan Museum located within the MSU-Marawi Campus. |
The group was also able to visit the temporary shelter areas for internally displaced persons (IDPs) in Brgy. Sagonsongan.
According to DOT-ARMM Regional Secretary Ayesha Mangudadatu Dilangalen the said assessment activity conducted was important so they can identify the proper interventions and assistance they can provide for affected sites.
