Sacol

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

Sacol Island in Zamboanga City
Sacol Island Location within the Philippines
Geography
Coordinates	6°57′35″N 122°14′2″E
Adjacent to	Basilan Strait Moro Gulf
Administration
Philippines
Region	Zamboanga Peninsula
City	Zamboanga City
Additional information

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]

See also

• List of islands of the Philippines