Cities & Municipalities

Highly urbanised cities, component cities, and municipalities — local government, economy, landmarks.

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Lantapan: The Vegetable Basket of Bukidnon

Municipality in Bukidnon, Philippines, known as the vegetable basket of Mindanao.

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San Isidro, Isabela: Municipality Profile and History

Profile of San Isidro, Isabela, covering its history from Camarag, 1967 establishment, geography, and local governance.

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Araceli, Palawan: Municipality Profile and Geographic Context

Araceli is a municipality on Dumaran Island in Palawan, Philippines, with a 2024 population of 14,554.

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Molave, Zamboanga del Sur: Municipality Profile and Agricultural Economy

Profile of Molave, Zamboanga del Sur: history, geography, agriculture, and infrastructure in the Salug Valley.

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Alubijid: Municipality Profile in Misamis Oriental

Profile of Alubijid, Misamis Oriental: history, etymology, and local governance.

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Lasam: Municipality Profile in Cagayan

Profile of Lasam, Cagayan: history, geography, demographics, and local government structure.

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Santander, Cebu: Municipality Profile, Geography, and Local Economy

Profile of Santander, Cebu: history, geography, demographics, economy, and transportation links to Negros Oriental.

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Boston, Davao Oriental: Municipality Profile and Geographic Context

Boston is the northernmost and least populated municipality in Davao Oriental, Philippines, with 8 barangays and a tropical rainforest clima...

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Barobo: Municipality Profile in Surigao del Sur

Profile of Barobo, Surigao del Sur: history, geography, tourism sites, and demographics.

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Bugallon, Pangasinan: Municipality Profile, History, and Solar Energy Development

Profile of Bugallon, Pangasinan: history, geography, 550 MW solar project, and local governance.

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Santa, Ilocos Sur: History, Geography, and Heritage

Municipality in Ilocos Sur, Philippines. History of floods, Gabriela Silang, and geography.

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Media in Zamboanga City

Overview of television, radio, and news media outlets in Zamboanga City, Philippines.

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Calamba, Laguna: History, Economy, and Heritage

Profile of Calamba, Laguna: José Rizal's birthplace, industrial hub, and regional center in the Philippines.

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Jolo, Sulu: History, Conflict, and Cultural Heritage

Jolo is the capital of Sulu province, Philippines. This profile covers its history as a sultanate seat, the 1974 siege, and its role in the...

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Nicknames of Manila: Historical Monikers and Cultural Identity

Explore the history and meaning behind Manila's nicknames, from Pearl of the Orient to Capital of Fun.

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Enrile, Cagayan: Municipality Profile and Peanut Industry

Profile of Enrile, Cagayan: history, geography, and its status as the peanut capital of the Philippines.

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Saint Joseph Cathedral: History and Architecture in San Jose, Nueva Ecija

Saint Joseph Cathedral in San Jose, Nueva Ecija, is the seat of the local diocese, featuring works by artist Willy Layug.

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Jeanne Harn: Miss Philippines Earth 2007 and Environmental Advocate

Profile of Jeanne Harn, Miss Philippines Earth 2007, detailing her pageantry career, modeling work, and environmental advocacy in the Philip...

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Maloi: Career, Fashion Influence, and Public Persona

Profile of Maloi, Filipino singer and Bini member known for 'Maloi-core' fashion aesthetic and digital presence.

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Tugaya: Maranao Craftsmanship and the Industrial Capital of Lanao del Sur

Tugaya, Lanao del Sur: UNESCO-recognized hub of Maranao crafts, okir artistry, and Lake Lanao heritage.