Barangays & Settlements
Barangays, sitios, towns, and local settlements — the smallest administrative units of the Philippines.
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Bangsamoro Regional Hospital and Medical Center: History and 2025 Upgrade
Profile of the Bangsamoro Regional Hospital in Maguindanao del Sur, covering its history and 2025 upgrade to a Level III tertiary facility.
Amai Pakpak Medical Center: History and resilience in Marawi
History of the Amai Pakpak Medical Center in Marawi, from its 1903 founding to its role in the 2017 crisis and pandemic.
Tantawan Park: History and significance in Cotabato City
Historical park in Cotabato City featuring a monument to Sultan Kudarat and marking the site of a Maguindanao watchtower.
Davao Regional Medical Center: History and expansion in Tagum
History and expansion of the Davao Regional Medical Center in Tagum, Davao del Norte, from 1969 to its current 1000-bed capacity.
Western Visayas Medical Center: History, services and expansion
Tertiary government hospital in Iloilo City, Philippines. History from 1974, bed capacity, departments and affiliated units.
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.
Region II Trauma and Medical Center
Tertiary government hospital in Bayombong, Nueva Vizcaya, established in 1911 with 500 beds.
Baguio General Hospital: History, expansion and services
History and expansion of Baguio General Hospital, the largest government tertiary hospital in Northern Luzon.
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.