Cities & Municipalities

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

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Paranas, Samar: Municipality Profile, History, and Local Heritage

Profile of Paranas, a 1st class municipality in Samar, Philippines. Covers history, geography, economy, and local culture.

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Santa Rita, Samar: Municipality Profile and History

Municipality in Samar, Philippines, connected to Leyte by San Juanico Bridge. History, geography, and local government.

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Javee Mocon: Career Profile and Basketball Legacy

Profile of Filipino basketball player Javee Mocon, covering his NCAA championships with San Beda and PBA career with Meralco Bolts.

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Diocese of San Pablo: History, Jurisdiction, and Ecclesiastical Profile

Roman Catholic diocese in Laguna, Philippines. Covers 1824 km2, population 618156. Erected in 1966. Patron: St. Paul the First Hermit.

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Duero, Bohol: Municipality Profile and Local History

Profile of Duero, Bohol: history, geography, and demographics of this Philippine municipality.

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Diocese of Borongan: Ecclesiastical Jurisdiction and History

Profile of the Diocese of Borongan, a Latin Catholic diocese in Eastern Samar, Philippines, established in 1960.

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Isidro Ancheta: Filipino Landscape Painter and Educator

Profile of Isidro Ancheta (1882–1946), a Filipino landscape painter known for his work at the St. Louis Exposition and teaching career.

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Maigo, Lanao del Norte: Municipality Profile and History

Maigo is a municipality in Lanao del Norte, Philippines. Created in 1959, it has a population of 23,400 and 13 barangays.

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Diocese of Maasin: History, Jurisdiction, and Ecclesiastical Profile

Profile of the Catholic Diocese of Maasin in Southern Leyte, covering its 1968 erection, jurisdiction, and history.

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Amadeo, Cavite: The Coffee Capital of the Philippines

Profile of Amadeo, Cavite: history, coffee heritage, Pahimis Festival, and local government.

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Barotac Nuevo: The Football Capital of the Philippines

Barotac Nuevo, Iloilo: The 'Football Capital of the Philippines' with a rich history, agricultural economy, and notable athletes.

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Banayoyo: Municipality Profile in Ilocos Sur

Profile of Banayoyo, Ilocos Sur: history, geography, demographics, and local government structure.

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Socorro, Oriental Mindoro: Municipality Profile and Local Economy

Profile of Socorro, Oriental Mindoro, covering its history, geography, economy, and local government structure.

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Bombon, Camarines Sur: Municipality Profile, History, and Local Economy

Profile of Bombon, Camarines Sur: history, demographics, agriculture, and local government structure.

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Isabel, Leyte: Municipality Profile and Industrial Development

Profile of Isabel, Leyte: history, geography, demographics, and the Leyte Industrial Development Estate.

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Tagum: City Profile, History, and Economic Development

Tagum is the capital of Davao del Norte, known for its rapid urbanization, banana industry, and cultural festivals.

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San Remigio, Antique: Geography, Agriculture, and Local Heritage

Profile of San Remigio, Antique: largest municipality by area, agricultural economy, and religious pilgrimage.

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Talisay, Cebu: City Profile, History, and Lechon Heritage

Profile of Talisay, Cebu: history, cityhood, economy, and the Halad Inasal Festival.

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Aloran, Misamis Occidental: Municipality Profile and Local History

Profile of Aloran, a municipality in Misamis Occidental, Philippines. Covers history, demographics, and local governance.

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Obando, Bulacan: Municipality Profile, History, and Media Hub

Obando, Bulacan: A coastal municipality near Manila, known for its radio transmitter sites and historical ties to the Laguna Copperplate Ins...