Barangays & Settlements

Barangays, sitios, towns, and local settlements — the smallest administrative units of the Philippines.

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Articles

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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Western Visayas Medical Center: History, services and expansion

Tertiary government hospital in Iloilo City, Philippines. History from 1974, bed capacity, departments and affiliated units.

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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.