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Isabela (province)
Isabela, officially the Province of Isabela (; ; ), is the second largest provinces of the Philippines, province in the Philippines by land area located in the Cagayan Valley. Its capital and the largest local government unit is the city of Ilagan. It is bordered by the provinces of Cagayan to the north, Kalinga (province), Kalinga to the northwest, Mountain Province to the central-west, Ifugao and Nueva Vizcaya to the southwest, Quirino, Aurora (province), Aurora and the independent city of Santiago, Isabela, Santiago to the south, and the Philippine Sea to the east. This primarily agricultural province is the rice and Maize, corn granary of Luzon with its mix of plains and rolling terrain. In 2012, the province was declared as the country's top producer of corn with 1,209,524 metric tons. Isabela was also declared the second-largest rice producer in the Philippines and the "Queen Province of the North". The province has four trade centers in the cities of Ilagan, Isabela, Il ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Dinapigue
Dinapigue (, sometimes ), officially the Municipality of Dinapigue (; ; tagalog language, Tagalog/kasiguranin language, Kasiguranin: ''Bayan ng Dinapigue''), is a municipality of the Philippines, municipality in the Philippine Province, province of Isabela (province), Isabela, Philippines. According to the 2020 census, it has a population of 5,821 people. History Dinapigue used to be a barrio of San Mariano, Isabela. On June 21, 1969, ''Republic Act No. 5776'' declared Dinapigue to be a separate municipality. Geography Dinapigue or sometimes called ''Dinapigui'' is the southernmost coastal town of the province of Isabela. It is one of the four remote and isolated coastal towns of Isabela facing the Philippine Sea on the east and separated from the rest of the province by the Sierra Madre (Philippines), Sierra Madre Mountains. It is bounded by the coastal town of Palanan to the north, San Mariano, Isabela, San Mariano to the northwest, San Guillermo to the west, Echague to the s ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Cities Of The Philippines
A city ( or ) is one of the units of local government in the Philippines. All Philippine cities are chartered cities (Filipino: ), whose existence as corporate and administrative entities is governed by their own specific municipal charters in addition to the Local Government Code of 1991, which specifies their administrative structure and powers. As of July 8, 2023, there are 149 cities. A city is entitled to at least one representative in the House of Representatives of the Philippines, House of Representatives if its population reaches 250,000. Cities are allowed to use a common seal. As corporate entities, cities have the power to take, purchase, receive, hold, lease, convey, and dispose of real and personal property for their general interests; condemn private property for public use (eminent domain); contract and be contracted with; sue; and exercise all powers conferred on them by Congress. Only an List of Philippine laws, act of Congress can create or amend a city charter ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Dinapigue, Isabela
Dinapigue (, sometimes ), officially the Municipality of Dinapigue (; ; Tagalog/ Kasiguranin: ''Bayan ng Dinapigue''), is a municipality in the province of Isabela, Philippines. According to the 2020 census, it has a population of 5,821 people. History Dinapigue used to be a barrio of San Mariano, Isabela. On June 21, 1969, ''Republic Act No. 5776'' declared Dinapigue to be a separate municipality. Geography Dinapigue or sometimes called ''Dinapigui'' is the southernmost coastal town of the province of Isabela. It is one of the four remote and isolated coastal towns of Isabela facing the Philippine Sea on the east and separated from the rest of the province by the Sierra Madre Mountains. It is bounded by the coastal town of Palanan to the north, San Mariano to the northwest, San Guillermo to the west, Echague to the southwest, Dilasag in the province of Aurora to the south and the Philippine Sea to the east. Dinapique is situated from the provincial capital Ilagan, ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Delfin Albano, Isabela
Delfin Albano, officially the Municipality of Delfin Albano (; ; ), is a municipality in the province of Isabela, Philippines. According to the 2020 census, it has a population of 29,928 people. The municipality was formerly known as Magsaysay until t was named after the former congressman, Delfin Albano. Etymology On November 14, 1982, by virtue of ''Batas Pambansa Blg. 291'', the municipality was renamed to its current name in honor of its native legislator, Congressman Delfin Albano. History On June 22, 1957, by virtue of Republic Act No. 2009, the barrios of San Antonio, San Juan, Ragan Sur, Ragan Norte, Ragan Almacen, San Jose (Bulo), San Patricio, Quibal, San Andres (Lattu), Calinawan Sur, Bayabo, Santor, Santo Rosario, Andarayan, Aneg, San Isidro, Maui, San Roque, Carmencita, Aga, Villa Pareda, Villaluz, San Pedro, Concepcion, San Macario and San Nicolas and the sitios of Turod, Paco, Calamagui and Kim-malabasa, were separated from the municipality of Tumauini to form th ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Cordon, Isabela
Cordon, officially the Municipality of Cordon (; ), is a municipality in the province of Isabela, Philippines. According to the 2020 census, it has a population of 46,477 people. Being a town bordered by Santiago City, it became a favored destination for local businessmen. It houses resorts and hotels such as Punta Amelita and Villa Diana. History Cordon was originally founded in 1878 as a settlement under the jurisdiction of Carig (now Santiago). It was established as a rest stop for travelers and a military outpost as it lies on the edge of the mountain pass that separates the provinces of Isabela and Nueva Vizcaya. In 1896, it was converted into a town by a Spanish Royal Decree. The origin of the name is unclear, with the first mention of the name dating from 1837 when a Spanish military expedition mentioned the existence of a warehouse called ''Cordon'' in the area. Other accounts mention that the place was a quarantine stop for travelers to and from the Cagayan Valley. A ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Cabatuan, Isabela
Cabatuan, officially the Municipality of Cabatuan (; ), is a municipality in the province of Isabela, Philippines. According to the 2025 census, it has a population of 40,560 people. Being a major rice producing town dubbed as the ''Land of the Golden Grains'', it is home to several rice mills and rice traders. Etymology The act of throwing stones is called "ambatuan". This then evolved to "cabatuan" when Ilocano people who settled in the area used stones to drive away Kalingas. History Indigenous settlements The early inhabitants of the vast forest land were the Kalingas who are indigenous to the mountain provinces. These settlers lived on tree houses which they built along the banks of Magat River. These sturdy, dark complexioned, G-stringed, soldier-like people depended on hunting, fishing and a little agriculture and poultry. The land where Cabatuan now nestles was once teeming with vegetation, wildlife and fish, nurtured by the Magat River. Its history started when o ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Cabagan, Isabela
Cabagan, officially the Municipality of Cabagan (; ; ), is a municipality in the province of Isabela, Philippines. According to the 2020 census, it has a population of 53,897 people. Etymology The name Cabagan may have originated from the native word ''bag'' or ''bajaque'', most probably because there were stores in the village. Cabagan could have also been derived from the word ''cabbagang'', meaning "pilgrim" or "stranger" as Cabagan at the time was in constant contact with members of the "pagan tribes" from southern Isabela, as well as with the "Kalingas" of the neighboring Cordillera mountains. History Various Cabagans The Cabagan of old, which existed from 1646 to 1877 was simply called, "Cabagan". In 1877, the Spaniards decided to transfer present-day Cabagan to a new site, abandoning the old Cabagan. In 1888, the Spaniards resurrected the abandoned Cabagan, into a new town. With this development, there were now two Cabagans. The Spaniards rectified the predicament by ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Burgos, Isabela
Burgos, officially the Municipality of Burgos (; ), is a municipality in the province of Isabela, Philippines. According to the 2020 census, it has a population of 26,040 people. Etymology The town derived its name from the Ilocano martyr Fr. José Burgos who noted that the majority of the population is composed of Ilocanos. History The Burgos town was established on May 18, 1967 pursuant to ''Republic Act No. 4877''. The law sought to detach specific barrios from the municipalities of Gamu, and Aurora becoming a new municipality with its own set of officials. Geography Burgos is southwest of the provincial capital Ilagan, and north of capital Manila. Barangays Burgos is politically subdivided into 14 barangay The barangay (; abbreviated as Brgy. or Bgy.), historically referred to as ''barrio'', is the smallest Administrative divisions of the Philippines, administrative division in the Philippines. Named after the Precolonial barangay, precolonial po ...s.. Each ba ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Benito Soliven, Isabela
Benito Soliven, officially the Municipality of Benito Soliven, is a municipality of the Philippines, municipality in the Philippine Province, province of Isabela (province), Isabela, Philippines. According to the 2020 census, it has a population of 29,752 people. Etymology The town is named after the late Benito Tagorda Soliven, Congressman of Ilocos Sur's Ilocos Sur's 1st congressional district, 1st district from 1935 to 1941. History Benito Soliven was once known as ''Melappia'' of the Municipality of San Mariano, Isabela, San Mariano. The municipality came to existence with the passage of Republic Act No. 4873 on May 18, 1967. The first elected municipal officials were proclaimed following the November 1967 elections, and the new town's administration began on January 1, 1968. It is now a fourth-class municipality with 29 barangays. Geography Benito Soliven is from the provincial capital Ilagan, and from the capital Manila. Barangays Benito Soliven is politically subdi ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Aurora, Isabela
Aurora, officially the Municipality of Aurora (; ), is a municipality in the province of Isabela, Philippines. According to the 2020 census, it has a population of 36,621 people. History On July 3, 1948, President Elpidio Quirino issued ''Executive Order No. 139'', establishing Aurora as a municipality. Geography Aurora is south of the provincial capital Ilagan, and north of capital Manila. Barangays Aurora is politically subdivided into 33 barangays. Each barangay consists of puroks while some have sitios. It became a municipal district on August 27, 1927. Only one barangay is considered urban (highlighted in bold). * Apiat * Bagnos * Bagong Tanza * Ballesteros * Bannagao * Bannawag * Bolinao * Santo Niño (Caipilan) * Camarunggayan * Dalig-Kalinga * Diamantina (Palacol) * Divisoria * Esperanza East * Esperanza West * Kalabaza * Rizalina (Lapuz) * Macatal * Malasin * Nampicuan * Villa Nuesa * Panecien * San Andres * San Jose (Poblacion) * San Rafael * San Ramon * Sant ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Angadanan, Isabela
Angadanan, officially the Municipality of Angadanan (; ; or Angadanan Nuevo), is a municipality in the province of Isabela, Philippines. At the 2020 census, it had a population of 44,977. Etymology The town derived its name from the nearby Angaranan Creek, a notable geographical feature of the area. The creek serves a significant role in the early development and identity of the settlement. The creek's presence influenced the local ecosystem by providing a source of potable water for both people and livestock. It also likely served as a critical landmark for the town's first inhabitants. The decision to name the town after Angaranan Creek reflects the community's connection to the natural landscape and highlights the importance of the creek in the town's history and daily life. History The town of Angadanan was initially founded in the mid-18th century as a settlement in present-day Nueva Vizcaya, between the towns of Bagabag and Bayombong. In 1776, the Spaniards decided to m ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Alicia, Isabela
Alicia, officially the Municipality of Alicia (; ; formerly known as Angadanan Viejo), is a municipality in the province of Isabela, Philippines. According to the 2020 census, it has a population of 73,874 people. Alicia, the old town of Angadanan, is known for the ''Pagay Festival Balitok Ti Alicia'' and its famous historical landmark, the Our Lady of Atocha Church completed and inaugurated in 1849 which was officially declared by the Philippine Department of Tourism as a national religious tourist destination in the Philippines. Etymology When President Elpidio Quirino signed Executive Order No. 268 on 28 September 1949, Old Angadanan was formally created and renamed Alicia after his late wife, Doña Alicia Syquía Quirino. Along with three of their children (except Tomás, a soldier, and Victoria, who later became First Lady for her father), Doña Alicia was one of many civilians massacred by Japanese occupiers on 9 February 1945 during the Battle of Manila. History ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
