Aurora Province: Where the Mountains Meet the Pacific Aurora Province is a rugged and beautiful province located in the Central Luzon region of the Philippines. Unique among its neighbors, Aurora sits on the eastern coast of Luzon, facing the vast Pacific Ocean, earning it the moniker of being “Where the Mountains Meet the Pacific.” The […]
People of Apayao As of the 2020 Census, Apayao Province had a population of 124,366. In 2015, the province recorded a population of 119,184, reflecting a growth rate of approximately 4.3% over five years. Apayao is home to the Isnag people, one of the indigenous groups of the Cordillera region. The Isnags are known for
People of Antique As of the 2020 Census, Antique Province had a population of 612,974. In 2015, the province recorded a population of 582,012, reflecting a steady growth rate over five years. Antique is home to the indigenous Iraynun-Bukidnon people, who reside in the upland areas of Valderrama, Laua-an, and Barbaza. They are known for
Albay Province, Philippines Albay Province is strategically situated in the Bicol Region (Region V) on the southeastern part of the island of Luzon, Philippines. It is famous globally as the home of the majestic Mayon Volcano, renowned for its almost perfect cone shape. Its capital, Legazpi City, serves as the regional center for government, commerce,
Population of Aklan As of the 2020 Census, Aklan recorded a population of 615,475 residents. In 2015, the province had a population of 574,823, reflecting an annual growth rate of 1.45%. Location of Aklan Aklan is located in the northwest portion of Panay Island in the Western Visayas region. It borders Capiz to the east,
Location and Accessibility: The Landlocked Jewel of Caraga Agusan del Sur, aptly nicknamed the “Land of Golden Opportunities,” is a large, landlocked province situated in the heart of the Caraga Administrative Region (Region XIII) in Mindanao. It is bordered by Agusan del Norte to the northwest, Surigao del Sur to the east, Davao Oriental and
Location and Accessibility Agusan del Norte is a vibrant province nestled in the northeastern section of Mindanao, forming a key part of the Caraga Administrative Region (Region XIII). Geographically, it is bordered by Butuan Bay and Surigao del Norte to the north, Surigao del Sur to the east, Misamis Oriental to the west, and Agusan
An Overview of Abra, Philippines Abra is a landlocked province within the Cordillera Administrative Region (CAR) of Luzon. Its capital is Bangued, the largest municipality. Abra is surrounded by the provinces of Ilocos Norte to the northwest, Apayao to the northeast, Kalinga to the east, Mountain Province to the southeast, and Ilocos Sur to the
Negros Island region in the Philippines consists of three provinces: Negros Occidental (northwestern part of the island), with Bacolod City as its capital. Negros Oriental (southeastern part of the island), with Dumaguete City as its capital. Additionally, the nearby island province of Siquijor is often administratively grouped with Negros Island Region. Location and Access The Negros Island Region
Provinces, Cities and Municipalities in Region XV – BARMM (Bangsamoro Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao) Basilan Lanao del Sur Maguindanao del Norte Maguindanao del Sur Tawi-Tawi People of BARMM As of the 2020 Census, BARMM had a population of 4,404,288. In 2015, the region recorded a population of 3,781,387, reflecting a growth rate of approximately