Meeting The SULTAN OF SULU (Royal Family Before Philippines)

[@KumanderDaot]

Hello everyone! This is my last video from Jolo! And it was a deeper topic than my last videos but I'm never afraid of hitting the deep topics! All I have to request... is please correct me if I've made a mistake in some of the historical stuff I've said. I've done a LOT of research including speaking to a historian about this, but I might still be wrong or misunderstand! And yes there is a lot I have left out! Only human! BUT - please no political comments as stated in the video. I didn't touch certain topics as it is not my place to.

[@edr_tv]

❤❤❤❤

[@felixfresco3]

Understand kumander! ❤

[@alnajirlani8785]

This is amazing, how I wish you'll be served "Siyagul Ista Pugot" this is my favorite cooked with coconut milk and burn coconut with lot of spices. Kiyalliya Chicken with Jacfruit, again with powdered Coconut mix to it.. Your one ear indeed will fly with it's taste...👍

[@yamacal1589]

Understood KD no problem. Good vibes only 😉

[@OhhhhhhKKAAAYYYYYY]

You're just doing fine! Its a cross between a travel vlog and a documentary actually, bbc stuff as we see it..

[@tyrannicalgod6064]

Greetings from Czech Republic, I love Indonesia, Malaysia and Philippines .

[@delishamikayla3325]

What about Brunei?

[@tyrannicalgod6064]

@@delishamikayla3325 Brunei is also a very interesting country but it's a shame that Muslim, Bruneians should go back to their native religion by worshiping idols

[@pajul4379]

Hi is not the real sultan, the rightfull sultan is now listining

[@christopherturco197]

KD, I'm thoroughly enjoying this history lesson of Sulu from you. I really appreciate learning about the early history of the sultanate and how Islam made its way to this part of the Philippines. I look forward to you returning when the palace is rebuilt. Based on the architectural model, it will be quite beautiful. Your guide has been wonderful and I love his humor. So many nice people there, too. You could have been adopted if not for the risk of nosebleed. That woman was hysterical! 🤣

[@gazitheexplorer2065]

Mashaa Allah! One of the best blog ever. All in one content history, educational, and activities. Keep it up KD thank you for unlocking the hidden treasures of my beloved Jolo Sulu.

[@Papi.B]

Wow! Witnessing historical moments in Sulu is legendary! Please keep safe always KD.

[@bevrogers1412]

Wonderful vlog! The Philippines archipelago rich history needs to be rediscovered. So sad how colonization has erased most of it. Thank you KD for rediscovering in your adventures 😊

[@louislanuza1419]

may film po niyan si vic vargas in 1987 for the role of paduka pahala the east king of sulu,one of the kings of the 3 kingdoms of sulu sultanate.they sailed (with 300 of his people)and welcome by zhu di,a yongle chinese emperor of the ming dynasty.nagkasakit and namatay siya sa dezhou,zhandong province and buried there. though i was still a kid a that time,yun ang naalala kong pinaka bongga at pina colorful na film na napanood ko involving thousands of men na gumanap as both people of sulu sultanate and members of the imperial guard of china.

[@ferialcalo904]

Thats true Sulu is very rich in historical and cultural value no doubt about it it seems civilization started here in our place as a part of the philippines.Colonizer had ruined our historical structure and heritage .

[@YahyaFormsChannel]

@@louislanuza1419 nasa youtube kaya ang movie na yan? gusto ko mapanood

[@louislanuza1419]

@@YahyaFormsChannel dati.nung pinost itong vid ni kd nakita ko pa.inalis na yata for copyright issues.puro documentary na lang nakikita ko now.sabi sa journeys,pinalabas pa daw nung 2016.kailangan atang mag request na sa ccp o mtrcb para mapanood ang film.basta yung title ng film ay hari sa hari,lahi sa lahi.

[@atlantafan1156]

Fascinating! More stories need to be told about this part of the country. As a child who lived in southern Mindanao, I remembered an old grave by the beach surrounded with mature, tall frangipani trees ( with yellow and pinkish red flowers). Worn out engraving that bordered the grave showed the person buried was a “haji” - one who had made a pilgrimage to Mecca. Yet, none of the locals knew anything about him. Through the years, I’ve wondered about the man buried there. Thank you.

[@bernadetteoneill7014]

What an enlightening experience to watch the history of Sulu, KD. Proud of my Malay heritage. Thanks KD. 🥰🇵🇭👍🤝

[@aliasmarg8ta127]

Thank you for sharing this wonderful cultural tour of Sulu. I am fascinated with their history and Malay connection.

[@DallasCarr-1]

Now it feels like we are visiting a different country with all those ancient ruins and history

[@AFSHomestead]

Wow! KD, what a piece of history that has been overlooked. You are bringing value to the area, and therefore, we could see their appreciation for your visit and the time you are spending with them and their past and present history. Wonderful job.

[@Snawyng]

Since i was kid my mom has been telling me stories abt sulu sultanate that are not written or recorded in any kind of form, and how we are related to it but seeing you rediscovering this part of sulu is so amazing!

[@quackersna]

Another beautiful video, kumander. I hope one day you can return to show us the completed palace, even if it's just the exterior 🙏

[@randelldeoftennessee7359]

Fascinating history. It was like it's own mini country, separate from the Philippines in those days. So interesting.

[@dannynicart2389]

The Sulu province seems beautiful through your lens and description with its breathtaking nature, unique culture, and traditions. Hopefully, the peace and order will be sustainable for a better future for the Islanders and visitors.

[@Tausug101]

Magsukul! Thank you so much for visiting our Sultan and our homeland

[@bsroxasjr]

Ang ganda ng Sulu! Hopefully it can be easily accessible in future for tourists local and foreign ❤ Thank you for featuring Sulu Kumander 👍

[@amirhamzah5492]

My doa with the people of Sulu and Mindanao. May they prosper and blessed. I ve been to Cotabato and Sultan Kudarat and ve e few friends in Manila especially in Taguig City.

[@alnajirlani8785]

Wants some more videos of Sulu, wants to know more their thousand years history. This is interesting... Kumander Daot so blessed to visit royal cemeteries...👍

[@KumanderDaot]

This was a special experience 🙂

[@joeyrealiza2322]

WOW! Beautiful place and centuries old history.greatpresentation KD.salamat.

[@DidiE-e8j]

Great vlog. Reminiscent of your T'boli vlog. Love your historical based vlogs specially of Mindanao sultanates.

[@trisix7091]

watching kd before going to sleep. thank you for your story telling.

[@KumanderDaot]

All the best!

[@pjgpsychologicalservices9946]

You allow me to travel to beautiful places and meet some incredible people, from the comfort of my own home. Thank you KD...!

[@dongreyes6656]

Another nice video from KD. Very educational.

[@florenzryansotelo8552]

Nice! The Royal Astana of the Sultanate of Sulu, hopefully they recreate it with its legendary garden. I hope they will also recreate the Royale Stables and the Royale Barge, and all the significant Royale facilities. I hope they will also create a center where they can teach us the pre-colonial culture of the Sultanate, like Dance, Songs, Games, the different costumes, the artisans, especially the Royale Smiths, etc.

[@agnusborealis9362]

Kumander D, this is a great content. You have knack for doing documentarty. Your vlogs are no non-sense thats why i always watch. Fun and educational. Other vloggers are just about a day in their life. Its also good but at some point is boring. Your’s is different. The subject i not you but the community. Well done! Your best content by far amongst the ones I watched.

[@melquiadeshayag7634]

I'm proud of Sulu, as one those people historically long time ago. Now we are Filipino but we are part of the Kingdom of Sulu

[@alnajirlani8785]

True! That's why people from Luzon stop hypocrisy over Mindanaons you indeed harvested the right of Mindanaons people especially the Sultan of this Land, when Philippine is not yet Philippines.

[@LuisCruz-ne5wo]

​@@alnajirlani8785 currently Malaysia has been far worst who dishonoured the Pajak and have taken Sabah for themselves. Malaysia has been funding instability in the south to deflect the issue with Sabah, that's why Muslim Filipinos shouldn't trust other Muslims just because they are Muslim.

[@alnajirlani8785]

@@LuisCruz-ne5wo Allah know's even here in the Philippine. Look and compare who is regal among this two MNLF and MILF...

[@abdulwahidmdtahir3660]

​​@@LuisCruz-ne5wo , "Malaysia has been funding instability in the south..."? It was only an accusation without proof. In fact it was Malaysia who facilitated or brokered the peace talk between Manila Government and the rebel groups twice. Firstly between Manila and MNLF that led to the establishment of ARMM (Autonomous Region of Muslim Mindanao) and it was a success. Nur Misuari, the MNLF leader was appointed as Governor. But according to the agreement he could only be the governor for 1 term, after that there should be election for the governor. But Nur Misuari wanted to be the governor forever without any election and revolted against Manila. The Philippines army managed to defeat him but he escaped to Sabah. While in hiding in Sabah, Malaysian authority managed to arrest him and extradite him to Manila where he was put on house arrest. While he was freed on bail, he managed to escape to the south to his old place and people. That was why he was angry with Malaysia and made all sort of accusation to tarnish bad images on Malaysia. Malaysia facilitated and brokered peace talk for a second time, this time with MILF and was also a success with the establishment of BARMM (Bangsamoro Autonomous Region of Muslim Mindanao) and now peace in restored in the south. The peace was broken by Abu Sayaf group but was defeated by the Philippines Armed Forces. Congratulations PAF.

[@Random_JapGuy]

@@abdulwahidmdtahir3660 misuari actually address it in state of the national that Malaysia funding instability in Mindanao

[@leovalpineda2205]

I'm happy. To watch. Your videos kumander daot. Your the one and only foreign vlogger that showase. The history. And life of the. Ancient Filipino. Of the mindanaoan people

[@tinaraphael9783]

Incredible impressive and positive information about Sulu . Thanks KD. many things had been changed .

[@450Chicago]

Your videos are the best on the subject of this area and it's people. Very impressed!

[@melaimoncatar]

Maayong bungkag 🎉 very interesting video log as always.

[@kevinnashskitchen3517]

Nice job keeping it politics and world view free.👌 Nice trip and content bro!

[@bernarditabanez5562]

It’s Nhel i am happy to see you together! Live your family

[@bengunns]

Great Video mate you should be an Ambassador for peace. So much history, going back to the Datus.

[@yanny-ig7lr]

I salute you Kumander D. Thank you for this very informative video. Amping lng kanunay🙏

[@venernacs9475]

They should preserve this place. I dont even know this place exists. The govt. should do something about it before its too late

[@merlolimet4224]

You are excellent documentaries

[@dodongsiger788]

Great documentary!

[@Fred-jt2ss]

I really appreciate your Vlogs. Its giving us information that there are still beautiful places in the philippines. How I wish that these places Sulu, Tawi Tawi, etc... will open to tourists because it is very promising! It will give opportunities to the people

[@oliviadimagiba1933]

You have a nice vlog KD..very educational.I really love knowing histories

[@monicabell2539]

Hello Kumander Daot, I want to express my gratitude for bringing attention to the beauty and history of Sulu land. I am a third-generation Taosug born in Sabah, Malaysia. Over the years, the media has often portrayed the Sulu people in a negative light, labeling them as aggressive and associated with terror groups. However, through the stories passed down by my late uncle, I have come to understand the circumstances that led to their departure from the land. My parents left Sulu in 1973 and have not been able to return since, as they still carry the emotional burden of the traumatic events they faced. Despite this, they hold a deep yearning for their homeland. I share this sentiment and hope to one day visit the motherland to reconnect with our family roots, delve into the rich history and culture, and possibly even reunite with long-lost relatives. Insyallah . As my Dad always says “ayaw puhun “. Love from Melbourne, Australia 🇦🇺 ❤

[@Sam-yj6br]

As a malay of malaysia we also like to visit muslim from others neighboring countries like southern thai the pattani malays. Last week as total of 20 000 malaysian visited Hatyai. It help the southern muslim people economy increase than before. Only people less visit Yala Pattani and Narathiwat because of safety but actually it is not dangerous as was thought. Most muslim here like to visit places and also mosque like the one in this video cuz same as me i would like to visit various mosque. I have alot of philipines friends too but most of em are christians. We have no problem talking to each other. And ofcourse learn some tagalog. sanaoll! I believe as well that south Philipines also have beautiful beaches same as Sabah and oil rich with petroleum that havent discover yet. Stop claiming. we have to move on. If not we already claim over southern thai because that land until Kra is own by the Sultan of Kedah and we know if we claim Thailand won't ever gave the land and Siam rather to shed their blood. Think about the sake of the people. Establish good relation, promote place for tourist can visit. I want to visit Mindanao too. Go visit that mosque and other historical places and bring alot of people come visit southern philipines. Let's hope things get alot better in the future. Start with bismillah, end with alhamdulillah. amin ya rabbalalamin.

[@riri1064]

It's all about history ❣️❣️❣️go for it Kumander❣️❣️❣️

[@rosefreddacup9309]

Nice content brow..... You are so genuine, brave and honest.... Nice one. 😊

[@shotcallerjosh8457]

My grandma is a descendant of the Royal Family of Sulu ( her mother was a Kiram). Great to see that people who might share my blood is still there in Sulu, keeping the traditions of our forefathers. Hopefully I can visit the land of my ancestors someday.

[@oliverlogmao3926]

I am a Catholic and I believe and hope that someday muslims should be given freedom to govern their own land. And if it is possible the whole Mindanao be given to them and they establish their own government. Muslims call themselves Moro not Filipino and it is fine. Nowadays we must let muslims live separately in their own land to avoid conflicts. Live and let live.

[@faihsal1030]

i think it's impossible for manila admin to give mindanao wholly for muslim to govern because mindanao is rich in natural resources. No need for me blah..blah..blah... sorry.

[@oliverlogmao3926]

@@faihsal1030 I am a Catholic, and I suppose you're a muslim, and yet we have different opinions, me on the positive side and you on the negative side which should be my stand on the issue. Wow! Look at how people would react just to be able to say something.

[@gemini71ize]

Hindi nman muslim sa buong mindanao. Maraming tribo sa mindanao

[@oliverlogmao3926]

@@gemini71ize Ayun nga eh, kaso sa mga muslim kada matapakan nilang lupa ang tingin nila ay kanila, kahit na di naman buong lugar ung napuntahan nila, tulad ng Mindanao.

[@giancarlo333]

I think the Kumander was very clear at the onset this video. Please, please don’t politicize this video or channel. We’re all enjoying these travel vlogs because it represents the diversity of our cultures and the community of our peoples; of who we are and what unites us people, and not the other way around. The least thing we want to see and hear are arguments and toxic debates. We have enough of that in other channels. Thank you.

[@belri906]

Very interesting!! Thank you. ❤️👍❤️

[@its-all-happening2172]

Wonderful history. Very interesting subject that we would gladly listen to because not much is written about it. Thanks!

[@darlingdenez116]

Wow , thank you for sharing your trip to Jolo. Not so many tourists go to Sulu

[@kamelyoj3711]

Need to preserve those..historical site..for tourism..potential for the future of Sulu. People

[@muhjm1946]

How to go visit TawiTawi. Which tour guide to should contact. Your video are very informative and enjoyable to watch.

[@lornaramirez6567]

Nice knowing a little bit of history from you kumander amping

[@bernarditabanez5562]

Nice to see you together, love it! Watching you here in Sydney OZ

[@deebee7816]

Good to know Kumander Daot. Thanks.

[@tinjiyara1948]

Thank you for sharing this video.

[@klausschumacher7126]

Thanks for this video.... I like it very much learning about the so called "dangerous place".... but in the end it's a beautiful peaceful place...👍

[@RitchElvin]

The best cover bro. Elvin here

[@makatilass23]

I love history, food, and culture. Thanks for sharing 👍

[@EricAlquiza]

Very good of you to have set the tone down. Do not get into politics or any discussion about it. The Philippines' claim with respect to Sabah is a serious topic to be discussed and people have a polarizing opinion about it.

[@kuyaIhor]

Very interesting and informative video Thank you very much !

[@noordinbeldenlex1620]

This video caught my attention recently, and I find it fascinating that efforts are underway to reconstruct the Sulu Sultanate Palace. Before being divided into the contemporary nations of Southeast Asia, this region-which runs from the northern Malay Peninsula to the southern Philippines-was ruled by a number of Malays sultanate kingdoms. The colonial powers replaced several of these kingdoms with the current ones, causing them to disappear. There are still very few of them, mostly in Malaysia and Brunei, where they have survived and developed into constitutional monarchies. The rest is history, and these historical facts concerning their countries' previous conditions must be taught to future generations.

[@punongnipapapeds667]

oh my...for years watching your vlogs Kumander D...just noticed i haven't subscribed to this yet...heheh..

[@sherwyntolibas8400]

I'm watching your beautiful video

[@mindanaooverlandexpedition4733]

I like your jersey brad. Hehehe

[@KumanderDaot]

Hahaha I'm jealous of your early signal brad

[@seaweedhero1707]

And the Sultans Yeah, the Sultans, they played creole Creole And then the man, he steps right up to the microphone And says at last, just as the time bell rings "Goodnight, now it's time to go home" Then he makes it fast with one more thing "We are the Sultans We are the Sultans of Swing"

[@seaweedhero1707]

With the Sultans With the Sultans of Swing And a crowd of young boys, they're fooling around in the corner Drunk and dressed in their best brown baggies and their platform soles They don't give a damn about any trumpet-playing band It ain't what they call rock and roll

[@johnvotlenghem792]

Thanks for showing their faces

[@mindanaooverlandexpedition4733]

Cool brad...

[@blacksheep1969]

Very informative Vlog!

[@darlenemyles1155]

👍interesting vlogs👍

[@ferialcalo904]

Mashallah ! I miss the place darul jambangan maimbung the original seat of the Sultanate of Sulu it is where the late sultans were buried here even the remnant of the ruin palace can still be seen today.The Tausug and the Sultanate of Sulu should be thankful to Governor Sakur Tan for his initiative to rebuild this magnificient Astanah or palace of the previous Sultan of Sulu. As a Tausug proud to be one.

[@alexaleks8093]

you're doing great, thanks anyway, God bless always.

[@sam1079]

They are Malays. They still speak Malay or Tagalog? I'm Malaysian muslim. I really appreciate that Sulu people still keep their faith strong. Instead of just come to Sabah, why don't you guys make a strong bond to Malaysian government. I personally hope that Sulu can sort things out so that we can unite.

[@apostolosvelios]

sulu not malay

[@Advancedworldbutchaotic]

@@sam1079 The root cause of all these problems is poor governance of the central government, Sulu and the majority of muslim regions were long neglected although its now beginning to have some developments but it would still take decades just reduced economic hardships. Sulu source of food products are mostly from Malaysia thru Sabah. This will stay for centuries to come.

[@syaisa698]

Welcoming them n unite? Have u forgotten the history lahad datu ??

[@misomonih6534]

Sulu or tausug peoples are not malay. You think all muslim in malay archipelago is malay? We have other non-malay ethnics in Sabah and Sarawak. Bajau Sama people is a great example of non malay muslims. You should go to Sabah Sarawak to see yourself haha

[@KianCalixtro]

​We're all malay we look all the same except if you're Chinese looking

[@papanognog]

Nice ❤❤❤ 🎉🎉🎉

[@firstknight193]

Wow... nice documentary commander

[@michaelque3555]

The truth that is iconic and timeless.

[@eduardodeleon3972]

Ur doing great kumander🥰

[@lucerofci]

Thank you for this, awesome video! I wonder how were you able to contact them and bring them together for a table discussion?

[@KumanderDaot]

The Sulu provincial tourism office arranged everything 🙂

[@lucerofci]

@@KumanderDaot thank you! As a Filipino now born in this generation, it felt like I found a puzzle pieces that filled a gap towards our ancient Identity. Colonialism basically erased everything and wanted us to believe that everything was owed to them, when in fact it is not. Your video gives me chills and I deeply felt the strong connection. Hopefully someday, I will have an opportunity to experience personally and know deeper anout this rich ancestry. I am from the visayas, by the way. Thanks!

[@scotbownes5627]

Love it all 👍🙂

[@michellegracesettree5909]

Beautiful

[@halimrahman]

Sulu has so many to offer and I've been reading a lot about the people there. How can we help them to improve without destroying their history and beauty? We do not want another Phuket or Bali.

[@kalinguganbinlalingabdulla6017]

Wow , nice places Sulu is a peaceful right now

[@bnmys6724]

Wow tambuang is now developed, that's the project of Ministry of Public Works(MPW)BARMM-SULU 1st District Engineering Office Led by District Engineer Ajan Ajijul.

[@Sergeant_Jihad]

Allahuma soliala sayidina Muhammad walalihi sayidina Muhammad 🇵🇸🇵🇸❤️❤️ allahu akhbar save Palestine and gaza allahu akhbar 🇵🇸🇵🇸❤️❤️

[@HugoQadri]

at those past yrs, what language they speak? tagalog or malay?!

[@KumanderDaot]

Tausug until now (Suluk) but many of them speak Malay and Tagalog too

[@HugoQadri]

@@KumanderDaot owhh.. they have their own language. thanks brother for sharing! 👍🏻

[@aimentampogao4896]

Nice vedio❤❤

[@adrianlakan7428]

Wow beautiful blog Kumander.. but ihav little correction Tausug means Tau/people, Sug/brave so its means Brave people.

[@maestroadventureroworldtra554]

Why are they don't develop the royal parks?

[@badeng4787]

So proud of you kumander!I still remember your first vlogg!keep it up and take care always!❤

[@muhammadsafwan3620]

I have many friends from Sulu We live peacefully at Sabah

[@remusayta9937]

Cant believe this is Sulo❤WOW!

[@sam11651]

Magnificent

[@petemarquez8393]

We should restore and reinstall the sultanate of Sulu and Jolo. It is our heritage and history. Together the sultanate of Sulu and Jolo and sultanate of Brunei and Borneo are one family and heritage

[@orlandonecesito4904]

Very peaceful Pinoy Muslims. Golden History and Heritage.

[@Jeorgejr.O.Pantonial]

Amin insha allah..🤲☝️

[@remusayta9937]

Kumander that is very Exciting..

[@jansSundews]

To my RF friend Datu xXxJenaxXx. Hope you read this one. How are you & jovi my friends?

[@budasonofmandi6567]

You must covered Tawau,Semporna and Lahad Datu too. Make a videos

[@KumanderDaot]

@@budasonofmandi6567 I've only been to Tawau... Hope to visit Semporna and Lahad Datu soon.

[@budasonofmandi6567]

@@KumanderDaot good job bro

[@jessdueat3400]

I'm surprised...Ur a great presenter..

[@gonskie]

Any discussions about Sulu and Mindanao viz the Phils should not begin with the declaration that the Sulus are Muslims,that is divisive, rather it should start with the recognition that we belong to the same race, the same color, same origin, that differences in religion and geographical boundaries occurred only with the coming of colonialism and imperialism . It is heartening to note that Maranaos now mix freely with all kinds of Fils, even reaching as far as Baguio and Vigan .

[@terrencecastanares8795]

i’m not from mindanao i’m not muslim but i really respect their culture. with out them there’s no philippines 🇵🇭