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Capiz
Capiz, officially the Province of Capiz ( Capiznon/ Hiligaynon: ''Kapuoran sang Capiz''; tl, Lalawigan ng Capiz), is a province in the Philippines located in the central section of Western Visayas region. Its capital is the city of Roxas. It is located at the northeastern portion of Panay Island, bordering Aklan to the north, Antique to the west, and Iloilo to the south. Capiz faces the Sibuyan Sea to the north. Capiz is known for the ''Placuna placenta'' oyster shell that has the same name locally and is used for decoration and making lampshades, trays, window and doors. Likewise, the province is known as the "Seafood Capital of the Philippines" and was among the top 15 most frequently visited places in the Philippines. Capiz is the site of the famous coral-stone Santa Monica Church in the town of Panay, home to the largest Catholic Church bell in Asia. The bell was made from 70 sacks of gold and silver coins donated by the townsfolk. Measuring seven feet in diameter, five fe ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Roxas, Capiz
Roxas City, officially the City of Roxas ( Capiznon/ hil, Dakbanwa sang Roxas; fil, Lungsod ng Roxas), is a 3rd class component city and capital of the province of Capiz, Philippines. According to the 2020 census, it has a population of 179,292 people. It is originally known as the Municipality of Capiz (from which the province derives its name), the area became a chartered city on May 12, 1951, and was renamed in honor of native Manuel Acuña Roxas, the fourth president of the Philippines and the first of the independent post-American Third Philippine Republic. Roxas City is the center of education, trade, economic activities and logistics in Northern Panay. The abundance of marine life makes Roxas City the "Seafood Capital of the Philippines." It has received Cleanest and Greenest Component City in Western Visayas Award in the Gawad Pangulo sa Kapaligiran (GPK) Cleanliness and Environmental contest. The Department of Health (DOH) awarded the city with the Red Orchid Award ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
O, Capiz
"''O, Capiz''", also known as the Capiz Hymn, is the official provincial anthem of the province of Capiz in the Philippines. History "''O, Capiz''" was written by Charmaine O. Guartero, a high school music teacher at Filamer Christian University, besting 24 other songs entered in a province-sponsored competition for the selection of a provincial hymn. It was first performed on April 21, 2006 at the Hall of Governors in Roxas City, where Guartero was also awarded ₱20,000, a plaque and a certificate by Governor Vicente Bermejo. The hymn was adopted on June 23, 2006 by an ordinance of the Sangguniang Panlalawigan of Capiz and performed for the first time at the charter anniversary of the province. The current arrangement, meanwhile, was unveiled on June 25, 2007. Bermejo later noted that in the Capizeños' quest for development, "we need a melody that will inspire us and forge our efforts together to achieve our dream for a better Capiz", describing "''O, Capiz''" as a unique ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Fredenil Castro
Fredenil Hernaez Castro (born April 27, 1951) is a Filipino politician serving as the Governor of Capiz since 2022. He was the Representative of Capiz's 2nd district from 2001 to 2010 and from 2013 to 2022. He had served as a House Deputy Speaker and as the House Majority Leader. Political career Castro was first elected to the House of Representatives in 2001, representing the 2nd district of Capiz. He was re-elected in 2004 and 2007, thus reaching the limit of three consecutive terms in 2010. During his first two terms in the House, Castro was a member of the Liberal Party and an ally of fellow Capiznon Mar Roxas (who at that time was trade secretary and later a senator). In the 2007 elections, he ran under Lakas–CMD, the party supporting then-President Gloria Macapagal Arroyo. He also served as the chairman of the party's Capiz chapter. In 2009, Castro also chaired the Capiz-based local party Ugyon Kita Capiz (UKC). With UKC, his wife Jane Tan-Castro was elected to ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Maayon
Ma-ayon, officially the Municipality of Ma-ayon ( Capiznon/ Hiligaynon: ''Banwa sang Ma-ayon''; tl, Bayan ng Ma-ayon), is a 3rd class municipality in the province of Capiz, Philippines. According to the 2020 census, it has a population of 41,226 people. It has a total land area of 142.32 km2 (54.95). Sometimes spelled Ma-ayon, it is from Roxas City, the seat of the provincial government. Etymology As to the origin of the name of Maayon not much has been written about it, but folks speak of several versions and one among those considered most popular was when a group of Spanish soldiers while pursuing the insurgents, discovered a settlement near the bank of the river. Finding the people to be hospitable and nice, they asked for the name of the place. Since the natives did not understand the Spanish language, they assumed that what the Spaniards were asking for what is the status of the harvest, for them it was harvest time. The natives answered "Maayo man". So the Spaniards n ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Panay, Capiz
Panay, officially the Municipality of Panay ( Capiznon/ Hiligaynon: ''Banwa sang Panay''; tl, Bayan ng Panay), is a 3rd class municipality in the province of Capiz, Philippines. According to the 2020 census, it has a population of 48,890 people. Pronounced as Pan-ay, it used to be the provincial capital of Capiz. Panay is east from Roxas City. Pan-ay is the site of the famous coral-stone Santa Monica Church, home to the largest Catholic Church bell in Asia. History The town originally called Bamban was changed by the early Spaniards to Panay, a word which means “mouth of the river.” This is also the location of a fortress built by Juan de la Isla in late 1570. The Paseo de Evangelizacion 1566 can be found in the town plaza and was erected through the efforts of Rev. Msgr. Benjamin F. Advincula. 1566 was the year the Spaniards arrived in the island of Panay and became the second Spanish settlement in the country next to Cebu. Miguel Lopez de Legazpi transferred the Spani ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Dao, Capiz
Dao, officially the Municipality of Dao ( Capiznon/ Hiligaynon: ''Banwa sang Dao''; tl, Bayan ng Dao), is a 4th class municipality in the province of Capiz, Philippines. According to the 2020 census, it has a population of 33,842 people. Dao is from Roxas City. History Dao was incorporated as a municipality following the founding of Capiz Province in 1901. It was invaded by the Japanese 41st Infantry Regiment as part of their Panay operation on 16 April 1942. In 1957, the barrio of Nasuli-B was renamed to Santo Tomas. Geography Barangays Dao is politically subdivided into 20 barangays. Climate Demographics In the 2020 census, the population of Dao, Capiz, was 33,842 people, with a density of . Economy Culture Attractions Dao has sites that are well known among natives and are tourist spots alike. These include: * Sto. Tomas de Villanueva - local parish church * Lolets Eco Park - a natural park with a resort Festivities The people of Dao celebrate festivals, so ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Pilar, Capiz
Pilar, officially the Municipality of Pilar ( Capiznon/ Hiligaynon: ''Banwa sang Pilar''; tl, Bayan ng Pilar), is a 3rd class municipality in the province of Capiz, Philippines. According to the 2020 census, it has a population of 47,100 people. Pilar is from Roxas City. History The coastal town sprang out from an Austronesian settlement in the early 16th century when ''indio'' natives managed to escape oppression from Spanish colonial authorities. The settlement was then known as ''Sibala'', named after the river that ran through the coastal village. In 1570, however, the settlement was seized by Spanish forces and the ''guardia civil'' took full control of the village fortifying it with a military garrison. It later flourished into a bigger town and was renamed after its designated patron ''La Nuestra Señora del Pilar'' ( Our Lady of the Pillar). In the 18th century, it adopted the ( Holy Trinity) ''La Santisima Trinidad'' as its municipal patron after a wooden image of ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Sapian
Sapian, officially the Municipality of Sapian ( Capiznon/ Hiligaynon: ''Banwa sang Sapian''; Aklanon: ''Banwa it Sapian''; tl, Bayan ng Sapian), and sometimes spelled Sapi-an, is a 4th class municipality in the province of Capiz, Philippines. According to the 2020 census, it has a population of 26,697 people. It is from Roxas City, the provincial capital. Sapian Bay which is situated in the northern part of the municipality is geographically joined with Capiz Bay. The 30 km2 Sapian and Capiz shallow sea bays has extensive intertidal mudflats, sandy beaches, mangrove swamps, estuaries of several small rivers, and associated coastal lagoons and marshes. Sapian Bay which opens up to the Sibuyan Sea is a source of livelihood for many Sapianons. Marine produce from Sapian Bay include green mussels "tahong", oyster "talaba", lobster and different species of fish, and clams. Many lands near sea water were developed into fishponds that produce milkfish (''bangus''), prawns and c ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
President Roxas, Capiz
President Roxas, officially the Municipality of President Roxas, is a 4th class municipality in the province of Capiz, Philippines. According to the 2020 census, it has a population of 31,269 people. Formerly known as Lutod-lutod and a part of Pilar, Capiz, it is from the provincial capital, Roxas City. History In 1949, the sitios and barrios of Aranguel, Culilang, Pandan, Pinamihagan, Cadoulan, Quiajo, Sangcal, Pondol, Marita, Madulano, Jabuyana, Bo-ac, Cabugcabug, Goce Badiangon, Bayuyan, Agbobolo, Cubay, Ibaca, and the sitio of Lotudlotud (Lutod-lutod), which was converted into a barrio of Elizalde, was separated from Pilar and formed into the separate town of President Roxas by virtue of Republic Act No. 374. In 1952, barrio of Agbobolo was renamed Manoling. Geography Barangays President Roxas is politically subdivided into 22 barangays. Climate Demographics In the 2020 census, the population of Pres. Roxas was 31,269 people, with a density of . Economy S ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Sigma, Capiz
Sigma, officially the Municipality of Sigma ( Capiznon/ Hiligaynon: ''Banwa sang Sigma''; tl, Bayan ng Sigma), is a 4th class municipality in the province of Capiz, Philippines. According to the 2020 census, it has a population of 31,688 people. Sigma is from Roxas City, the provincial capital. It was named after the legendary Datu Sikma, which was corrupted by the Spaniards into Sigma, as they have difficulty in pronouncing the letter "k". Geography Barangays Sigma is politically subdivided into 21 barangay A barangay (; abbreviated as Brgy. or Bgy.), historically referred to as barrio (abbreviated as Bo.), is the smallest administrative division in the Philippines and is the native Filipino term for a village, district, or ward. In metropolita ...s. Climate Demographics In the 2020 census, the population of Sigma, Capiz, was 31,688 people, with a density of . Economy References External links * Philippine Standard Geographic Codebr>Philippine Census ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Dumalag, Capiz
Dumalag, officially the Municipality of Dumalag ( Capiznon/ Hiligaynon: ''Banwa sang Dumalag''; tl, Bayan ng Dumalag), is a 4th class municipality in the province of Capiz, Philippines. According to the 2020 census, it has a population of 30,098 people. Dumalag is from Roxas City. It is the birthplace of Jose Advincula, a cardinal of the Roman Catholic church appointed as the Archbishop of Manila in 2021. Geography Barangays Dumalag is politically subdivided into 19 barangay A barangay (; abbreviated as Brgy. or Bgy.), historically referred to as barrio (abbreviated as Bo.), is the smallest administrative division in the Philippines and is the native Filipino term for a village, district, or ward. In metropolita ...s. Climate Demographics In the 2020 census, the population of Dumalag was 30,098 people, with a density of . Economy References External links * Philippine Standard Geographic Codebr>Philippine Census Information Municipalities of Capi ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Mambusao, Capiz
Mambusao, officially the Municipality of Mambusao ( Capiznon/ Hiligaynon: ''Banwa sang Mambusao''; tl, Bayan ng Mambusao), is a 3rd class municipality in the province of Capiz, Philippines. According to the 2020 census, it has a population of 40,690 people. It is from Roxas City. Its economy is based on agriculture with rice and coconut as the primary products and crops. The annual festival of Mambusao is called "Inilusan" honoring of St. Catherine of Alexandria, the patron saint of the town, celebrated every November 25. ''Inilusan'' literally means sharing of dish by neighbors. Mambusao is the home of the Villareal family, the most famous of whom is Speaker Cornelio "Agurang Coni" Villareal and Governor Cornelio "Dodoy" Villareal. It is also the birthplace of the late Filipino diplomat and politician Roy Señeres. Geography Barangays Mambusao is politically subdivided into 26 barangay A barangay (; abbreviated as Brgy. or Bgy.), historically referred to as barrio ( ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
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