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Iligan, city, northern Mindanao, southern Philippines. On the southeastern shore of Iligan Bay, it is the island’s major industrial city and an important port at the mouth of the Iligan River. Its growth has stemmed largely from the proximity of the Agus River, with its great hydropower potential harnessed at Maria Cristina Falls. Industries include steel, calcium-carbide, and ferroalloy plants. Fertilizer, cement, and plywood are also manufactured. The city has an airport. Inc. city, 1950. Pop. (2000) mun., 285,061; (2010) mun., 322,821.