Barangays & Settlements
Barangays, sitios, towns, and local settlements — the smallest administrative units of the Philippines.
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Culion Sanitarium and General Hospital
Government hospital in Culion, Palawan. Formerly the largest leper colony in the Far East, now a general hospital.
Eastern Visayas Medical Center: History and expansion in Tacloban
History of the Eastern Visayas Medical Center in Tacloban, from its 1966 founding to its 2021 expansion to 1500 beds.
Corazon Locsin Montelibano Memorial Regional Hospital
Tertiary government hospital in Bacolod, Negros Occidental, founded in 1926 with 1000 authorized beds.
Capitol Park and Lagoon: History, sculptures and cultural role in Bacolod
Provincial park in Bacolod, Negros Occidental, featuring Italian sculptures and hosting the Panaad Festival.
Mt. Camisong Forest Park and Events
Ecotourism park in Itogon, Benguet with a 19.81m skywalk, solar power and event halls.
Imus Heritage Park: Memorial to the Battle of Alapan
Imus Heritage Park in Cavite commemorates the Battle of Alapan and houses the National Flag Shrine.
Panaad Park and Sports Complex: Bacolod's recreational hub and festival venue
Overview of Panaad Park and Sports Complex in Bacolod, Negros Occidental, its history, facilities, and role in the Panaad Festival.
First Misamis Oriental General Hospital: History and conversion in Medina
History of the First Misamis Oriental General Hospital in Medina, from its 1948 founding to its 2021 conversion via Republic Act No. 11565.
Jose B. Lingad Memorial Regional Hospital
Profile of the Jose B. Lingad Memorial Regional Hospital in San Fernando, Pampanga, a Level III tertiary government hospital.
Barangay captain: Role, history and responsibilities
The barangay captain is the highest elected official in a Philippine barangay, serving as a village leader with judicial and administrative...
Caraga Regional Hospital: History and services in Surigao City
History and services of Caraga Regional Hospital in Surigao City, Mindanao.
GSIS Building: Architecture, Senate usage and historical events
The GSIS Building in Pasay houses the Senate and Commission on Appointments. History includes the 1967 assassination of Gov. Juan Alberto.
Batasang Pambansa Complex: Architecture, history and facilities of the Philippine House of Representatives
The Batasang Pambansa Complex in Quezon City is the seat of the Philippine House of Representatives, featuring a 16-hectare campus with hist...
Don Jose S. Monfort Medical Center: History and development in Barotac Nuevo
History and expansion of the Don Jose S. Monfort Medical Center in Barotac Nuevo, Iloilo.
Vicente Sotto Memorial Medical Center: History, services and controversies
Vicente Sotto Memorial Medical Center is a government-owned tertiary hospital in Cebu City, Philippines, established in 1911.
Manila Central Post Office: History, architecture and the 2023 fire
Heritage post office in Manila, designed by Arellano and Mapua, damaged in WWII and a 2023 fire.
Supreme Court Building Complex, Fort Bonifacio
Proposed Supreme Court complex in Taguig, Philippines. Design by Mañosa & Company, project currently on hold.
Juan S. Alano Memorial Hospital: History, services and community role in Basilan
Overview of Juan S. Alano Memorial Hospital in Isabela City, Basilan: history, services, staff and community health programs.
Western Visayas Sanitarium and General Hospital: History and services
Government hospital in Santa Barbara, Iloilo, established in 1927 for leprosy care and expanded to general services in 2005.
Clark Parade Grounds: History and facilities
Historic sports ground in Clark Freeport Zone, Pampanga, formerly Fort Stotsenburg's parade field.