Barangays & Settlements

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West Metro Medical Center: History and expansion in Zamboanga City

Private hospital in Zamboanga City established in 2015 by Metro Pacific. Features 190-bed capacity and regional medical services.

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Region II Trauma and Medical Center

Tertiary government hospital in Bayombong, Nueva Vizcaya, established in 1911 with 500 beds.

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Baguio General Hospital: History, expansion and services

History and expansion of Baguio General Hospital, the largest government tertiary hospital in Northern Luzon.

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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.

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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.

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Corazon Locsin Montelibano Memorial Regional Hospital

Tertiary government hospital in Bacolod, Negros Occidental, founded in 1926 with 1000 authorized beds.

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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.

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Mt. Camisong Forest Park and Events

Ecotourism park in Itogon, Benguet with a 19.81m skywalk, solar power and event halls.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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...

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Caraga Regional Hospital: History and services in Surigao City

History and services of Caraga Regional Hospital in Surigao City, Mindanao.

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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.

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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...

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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.

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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.

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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.

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Supreme Court Building Complex, Fort Bonifacio

Proposed Supreme Court complex in Taguig, Philippines. Design by Mañosa & Company, project currently on hold.