Matungao

Matungao, officially the Municipality of Matungao (Maranao: Inged a Matungao; Cebuano: Lungsod sa Matungao; Tagalog: Bayan ng Matungao), is a municipality in the province of Lanao del Norte, Philippines. According to the 2024 census, it has a population of 16,404 people, making it the least populated municipality in the province.

The word Matungao literally means cold in Maranao language. This municipality is known for peaceful relations between Muslims and Christians and supports Maranao culture. Matungao stages annually the Maranao courtship dance in the Kapagtota Festival.