Barangays & Settlements
Barangays, sitios, towns, and local settlements — the smallest administrative units of the Philippines.
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Ususan: History, Geography and Community Profile in Taguig
Ususan is a historic barangay in Taguig, Metro Manila, with roots dating to 1587. Known for its U-shape and historical wood transport.
Fuga Island: Geography, History and Strategic Status in the Babuyan Islands
Fuga Island is a barangay in Aparri, Cagayan, part of the Babuyan Islands. It features Mount Nanguringan and hosts a Northern Luzon Command...
Pinagsama: Barangay Profile, History and Infrastructure in Taguig
Profile of Barangay Pinagsama in Taguig, covering its history, geography, embassies, and educational institutions.
Poblacion, Makati: History, Heritage and Urban Development
Profile of Barangay Poblacion in Makati, covering its history, government role, and major developments like Rockwell Center and Century City...
Libid, Binangonan: History, Demographics and Heritage in Rizal
Profile of Barangay Libid in Binangonan, Rizal: history, Santa Ursula Church, Mount Calvary and demographics.
Miss Universe 2016: Pageant History, Format Changes and Contestants
The 65th Miss Universe pageant held in Pasay, Philippines in January 2017. Iris Mittenaere of France won.
Embo, Taguig: History, Jurisdictional Dispute and Community Profile
Profile of the Embo barangays in Taguig, covering their military origins, the Makati-Taguig jurisdictional dispute, and 2023 reintegration.
Entertainment City: Gaming Complex and Event Venue in Bay City
Entertainment City is a gaming and entertainment complex in Bay City, Metro Manila, operated by PAGCOR.
Imbayao: Barangay Profile, History and Economy in Malaybalay
Imbayao is a rural barangay in Malaybalay, Bukidnon, located in the Kitanglad Mountain Range with a 2015 population of 1,833.
Starmall Alabang fire: 2022 incident and redevelopment
2022 fire at Starmall Alabang in Muntinlupa caused ₱100 million in damage, leading to demolition and replacement by The Terminal.
Second Thomas Shoal: Geography, Dispute and the BRP Sierra Madre
Overview of Second Thomas Shoal, a disputed reef in the South China Sea occupied by the BRP Sierra Madre since 1999.
Northeast Cay: Geography, History and Strategic Status in the West Philippine Sea
Northeast Cay is a disputed island in the Spratly Islands occupied by the Philippines, with a history of French and Vietnamese claims.
Manamoc: Island Barangay in the Cuyo Archipelago
Manamoc is a volcanic island-barangay in Palawan's Cuyo Archipelago, known for its marine protected area and proximity to Amanpulo.
Cabahan Island: Geography, History and Community Profile
Profile of Cabahan Island in Romblon, Philippines, covering its geography, history as a barrio, and local education.
Triangle Park: Central Business District of Quezon City
Triangle Park is a 250-hectare central business district in Quezon City, featuring major government offices, hospitals, and commercial devel...
Cayetano family: Political dynasty in Taguig and Pangasinan
Profile of the Cayetano political family, tracing roots in Pangasinan to their dominance in Taguig politics.
Tagaytay City Sports Complex: Facilities, 2019 SEA Games and Post-Pandemic Revival
Profile of the Tagaytay City Sports Complex, its 2019 SEA Games facilities, and 2023 refurbishment.
Paterio Aquino Avenue: Main Thoroughfare of Malabon
Paterio Aquino Avenue is the main street in Malabon, Metro Manila, named after a former mayor and known for its flood-prone history.
Inner Fort barangays: Disambiguation
Wikimedia disambiguation page for Inner Fort barangays in Manila.
South Road Properties: Reclamation, Development and Infrastructure in Cebu City
Profile of South Road Properties, a 300-hectare reclamation area in Cebu City, its history, major developments and infrastructure.