Sacol is an island in Zamboanga City, Philippines.[1] It is composed mainly of mangrove swamps and has the Sacol hill as its most prominent feature at 781 feet (238 m).[2] In historic times, the island served as a refuge for merchants and sailors from nearby Basilan and Zamboanga that was caught under severe weather.[3] Currently, it is a known scuba diving spot[4] and a source of seafood.[5]
![]() Sacol Island in Zamboanga City | |
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Coordinates | 6°57′35″N 122°14′2″E / 6.95972°N 122.23389°E |
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Administration | |
Region | Zamboanga Peninsula |
City | Zamboanga City |
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Residents in the area are mostly Muslims.[6] As of July 2023, the island is home to 14,000 people under four baranggays:[7] Busay, Landang-Laum, Landang-Gua and Pasilmata.[4]