The province of Lanao Del Norte is located in Northern Mindanao Region which is found in southern Philippines. Its neighboring provinces are Misamis Oriental and Bukidnon in the east, Lanao Del Sur in the south, and Zamboanga Del Sur in the west. Three bodies of water bound the province: Iligan Bay on the north, Moro Gulf on the south and Panguil Bay which separate it from Misamis Occidental in the west.. Topography consists of hills and mountains in the southern part while flat lands are found on the coastal areas. The vast Kapatagan Valley in the western part of the province is the chief agricultural area. Climate is characterized by seasons not very pronounced: relatively dry from November to April and wet during the rest of the year. The province is located outside the typhoon belt.

Lanao del Norte Provincial Capitol

The province is accessible by air via the airport of Iligan City and by sea through the Mukas port in the town of Kolambugan. Travelling by vehicle is also possible through the Maharlika Highway which traverse the province in the north and south coast.

The population of Lanao Del Norte is a mix of Muslims and Christians. Many of its inhabitants are migrants from other provinces particularly Cebu and Bohol.

Festivals celebrated in the province include the Sagayan Festival in Tubod held every 4th of July to coincide with the Araw ng Lanao Del Norte. It features colorful presentations depicting the Maranao-Maguindanao epic called "Darangen".

Agricultural production of Lanao Del Norte in 2007 are as follows (figure in thousand metric tons, rank among 79 provinces)

Animal inventory of Lanao Del Norte in 2007 are as follows (figure in thousand, rank among 79 provinces)

Other farm products include seaweed, abaca, rootcrops, and vegetables. Large scale manufacturing is mostly concentrated in Iligan City. Cottage industries include production of processed foods, ceramics, muslim artifacts, and other handicrafts. In 2007, there were 34 banks in the province with total deposits of 8 billion pesos. Poverty incidence is very high. In 2006, it stood at 52.2%, well above the national average of 32.9%.

The fertile agricultural lands coupled with good typhoon-free climate make the province an ideal site for high value commercial crops such as rubber, cacao, coffee, sweet corn, other fruits and vegetables. Goat and cattle raising have great potential not only for domestic consumption but also for export. Its rivers can be harnessed to provide electricity and water for irrigation and recreation. Geothermal energy can be explored near Mount Karkum.

Enterprises that can be put up in Lanao Del Norte are the following

1. Production of halal foods for export
2. Seaweed processing
3. Production of Coconut by-products such as chemicals and virgin coconut oil
4. Paper and other products from abaca
5. Furniture and other home decors
6. textile and garments especially for Muslims
7. Jewelry especially pearl
8. herbal plants, essential oils, and fragrances

1. Maria Cristina Falls
2. Tinago Falls in Linamon
3. Mimbalut Falls
4. Timoga Cold Springs
5. Cathedral Falls in Kapatagan
6. Tubod Beaches
7. Mindanao Civic Center in Tubod which include a hotel, a grandstand, and sports facilities
8. Lidpa Subterranean River in Mumbai town
9. Pili hot and cold spring in Sapad
10. Pikalawag Beach resort in Sultan Naga Dimaporo

Capitol photo credit to pinoybro.com

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