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REGION XII
A. GEOGRAPHICAL LOCATION AND SIGNIFICANCE
SOCCSKSARGEN also known as Region XII is located
in Central Mindanao. The name of the region is an acronym
that stands for the region’s four provinces and one of its
cities: South Cotabato, Cotabato,
Sultan Kudarat, Sarangani and General Santos. The region used
to be called Central Mindanao. The regional center
is Koronadal located in the province of South Cotabato, and the
center of commerce, industry, transportation and the most
populous city is General Santos.
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Soccsksargen encompasses Cotabato City situated within
the borders of Maguindanao, a province of the
Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao (ARMM). SOX is
the region’s nickname that is intended for marketing promotions
and easy recall. The region is branded as the 12th paradise of
the Philippines.
B. BRIEF HISTORY AND CULTURAL
BACKGROUND
In September 19, 2001 executive order No.
36 was signed by President Gloria Macapagal
Arroyo, creating the present Region 12 and
renamed Central Mindanao to Soccsksargen
which stands for South Cotabato, Cotabato
Province, Sultan Kudarat, Saranggani plus
General Santos City.
SOCCSKSARGEN has a diverse population
that is composed of different indigenous
groups such as the T'boli, B'laan,
Maguindanao, and many others. Each group
has its own unique culture, traditions, and
practices that have been passed down from
generation to generation.
C. OVERVIEW OF THE REGION’S
TOURISM INDUSTRY
Region 12 is best known for its waterfalls, rolling hills, and hidden cultural treasures but it's time
that we also explore, and experience, their booming agri-tourism industry.