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List of Municipalities in the Benguet Province within Region XIV-CAR-Cordillera in the Republic of The Philippines
Atok | Bakun | Bokod | Buguias | Itogon | Kabayan | Kapangan | Kibungan | La Trinidad (Capital) | Mankayan | Sablan | Tuba | Tublay
Cities in the province of Benguet: Baguio City

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Philippines, is the only country in the world which is 85% Catholic that created FIVE(5) national laws "favoring", "promoting" and "financing" the religion of ISLAM.
Then made it unlawful to finance all other religions. Islamic insurgents paid off the architects of the 1987 constitution to insert two words: Muslim and Autonomous.
They classify all the Muslims(Moros) not only as followers of Islam but also as
indigenous people. The only country in the world that has a government commission that caters to Muslims only, for the hajj, for madrasas, and the spread of Islam at government's expense PAID by the taxes of Non-Muslims. A government-run Muslim channel, Salaam TV to promote Islam.

Religion is always good for the people but it should never be embraced or financed by government. Tax exemption is not tantamount to financing. Every non-profit organization is tax-exempt.
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But we are in the Modern era and supposedly more educated and enlightened .

Think about this. Don't just brush off these questions.

  • Why is RELIGION still involved in WARS? Isn't religion supposed to be about PEACE?
  • Ask yourself; What religion always campaign to have its religious laws be accepted as government laws, always involved in wars and consistently causing WARS, yet insists that it's a religion of peace?

WHY??

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  2. The victims who are waiting for the right moment to retaliate. They can’t win yet, so they tolerate.
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Benguet Province, Philippines
  • The province of Benguet is within Region XIV-Cordillera Administrative Region
  • Capital = La Trinidad
  • Number of Cities = 1
  • Number of municipalities = 13
  • Number of barangays = 269 - Every barangay in the province of Benguet has an Interactive Webpage of its own.
  • Registered Voters per Comelec as of 2010 = 303,610
  • Population per Census as of Aug 1, 2007 = 372,533

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Geography of Benguet, Philippines

Geography of Benguet

Location of Benguet, Philippines

History of Benguet, Philippines

During the early 19th century, after the Spanish explorer Guillermo Galvey reported his expedition, the Spanish government divided the mountain region into six "commandancias politico militar": Benguet in 1846, Lepanto in 1852, Bontoc in 1859, Amburayan in 1889, and Kayapa and Cabugaoan in 1891. The present-day Province of Benguet includes areas that were once part of the Districts of Lepanto, Bontoc, and Amburayan.

These commandancias were further divided into rancherias, with Benguet's 41 rancherias and its capital, La Trinidad, named after Don Galvey's wife, Trinidad. The first leader, known as "Kapitan," was Pulito from Kafagway, which is now Baguio City, a small rancheria consisting of about 20 houses.

In 1899, the Katipunan arrived in Benguet, uniting the Igorots and establishing Benguet under the Government of the Republic of the Philippines. However, this period was short-lived as the American colonizers took over in the early 1900s.

Under American Rule, local civil governments were established on November 22, 1900, through Act No. 48, in various townships of Benguet, including Baguio, La Trinidad, Galiano, Itogon, Tublay, Atok, Kapangan, Balakbak, Palina, Ampusongan, Loo, Kabayan, Buguias, Adaoay, Bokod, Daclan, Sablan, Kibungan, and Ambuklao. Additionally, the Provincial Government of Benguet was officially established under the same act.

On August 13, 1908, with the passage of Act No. 1876, Benguet Province became a sub-province of Mountain Province, along with Amburayan, Apayao, Bontoc, Ifugao, Kalinga, and Lepanto. Over time, the original 19 townships of Benguet, as mentioned in Act No. 48, were reduced to 13 municipalities. In 1909, Baguio became a chartered city, and the township of Tuba was created in its place. Furthermore, the townships of Ambuklao, Adaoay, Balakbak, Galiano, Palina, and Loo were abolished through Executive Orders issued by the Governor-General of the Philippines.

Finally, on June 18, 1966, Republic Act No. 4695 was enacted, dividing the Mountain Province into four new provinces: Benguet, Mountain Province, Kalinga-Apayao, and Ifugao. Dennis Molintas, Sr., from Bokod, became the first appointed Governor of Benguet under this act. Subsequent governors included Ben Palispis (1968-1986), Bantas Suanding (Officer-in-Charge, 1986-1988), Andres Bugnosen (1988-1992), Jaime Paul Panganiban (1992-1995), Raul M. Molintas (1995-2004), Borromeo P. Melchor (2004-2007), and Nestor B. Fongwan (2007 to the present).

Currently, Benguet is composed of 13 municipalities and 140 barangays. The municipalities are Atok, Bakun, Bokod, Buguias, Itogon, Kabayan, Kapangan, Kibungan, La Trinidad, Mankayan, Sablan, Tuba, and Tublay. Among them, La Trinidad has the highest number of barangays with 16 barangays, while Bakun and Kibungan have the fewest with 7 each.

In addition to the historical developments, several legislative acts and resolutions have played a significant role in shaping Benguet's governance and identity. Act No. 48, dated November 22, 1900, established local civil governments in various townships of Benguet, including Baguio, La Trinidad, Galiano, Itogon, Tublay, Atok, Kapangan, Balakbak, Palina, Ampusongan, Loo, Kabayan, Buguias, Adaoay, Bokod, Daklan, Sablan, Kibungan, and Ambuklao. Act No. 49, dated November 23, 1900, specifically established a civil government for the province of Benguet.

On June 29, 1901, Act No. 155 included a provision stating that a popular representative of Benguet province would be elected on July 4 of that year. Subsequently, Act No. 1396, dated September 14, 1905, repealed Act No. 49 and organized the province of Benguet under the provisions of Act No. 1396, also known as "The Special Government Act."

Further, Act No. 1646, dated May 15, 1907, facilitated the election of delegates to the constitutional convention scheduled for July 13, 1907. Then, with the enactment of Act No. 1876 on August 13, 1908, Benguet province became a sub-province of Mountain Province. The sub-provinces encompassed by Mountain Province under this act were Amburayan, Apayao, Benguet, Bontoc, Ifugao, Kalinga, and Lepanto.

Under the provisions of Act No. 2877, passed on February 4, 1920, the boundary of Benguet sub-province was amended, resulting in the abolition of the sub-provinces of Amburayan and Lepanto. Parts of Amburayan were placed under La Union, while parts of Lepanto were placed under Ilocos Sur. Consequently, the original 19 towns of Benguet, as stipulated in Act No. 48, were gradually reduced to 13 municipalities. Notably, the town of Baguio attained city status in 1909, leading to the creation of the town of Tuba. Executive Orders issued by the Governor-General of the Philippines led to the abolition of the townships of Ambuklao, Adaoay, Balakbak, Daklan, Galiano, Palina, and Loo.

The division of the Mountain Province into multiple provinces occurred through Republic Act No. 4695, enacted on June 18, 1966. Benguet emerged as a separate province, and the municipalities of Atok, Bakun, Bokod, Buguias, Itogon, Kabayan, Kibungan, La Trinidad, Mankayan, Sablan, Tuba, and Tublay constituted its territory, with La Trinidad serving as the capital.

The provincial government of Benguet actively worked on adopting symbols and official songs to represent its identity. Board Resolution No. 894, dated July 22, 1968, formalized the adoption of a coat-of-arms for the province. Board Resolution No. 16, dated January 7, 1969, designated the "everlasting" flower as the provincial flower of Benguet. Furthermore, Resolution No. 394, dated May 25, 1970, established "Benguet Highlands," "Province of Benguet (my own)," and "All hail, Benguet Beloved" as the official songs of the province. These songs were intended to be sung at various functions and occasions to honor Benguet and its people.

Over the years, Benguet has seen changes in its governance and leadership. The first appointed Governor of Benguet under Republic Act No. 4695 was Dennis Molintas, Sr. of Bokod. He assumed office on September 3, 1966. Subsequently, in the regular election held on November 12, 1967, the first elective provincial board was formed, with Ben Palispis as Governor, Samuel M. Dangwa as Vice Governor, and other board members representing different municipalities.

The provincial government of Benguet has been dedicated to the development and progress of the province. Various initiatives, policies, and projects have been implemented to promote the welfare of the people and address their needs. The provincial board has been instrumental in making decisions and enacting resolutions to advance the interests of Benguet and its municipalities.

At present, Benguet is comprised of 13 municipalities and 140 barangays. The province continues to thrive with its diverse communities and rich cultural heritage. Benguet's municipalities, including Atok, Bakun, Bokod, Buguias, Itogon, Kabayan, Kapangan, Kibungan, La Trinidad, Mankayan, Sablan, Tuba, and Tublay, each contribute to the overall development and growth of the province.

As Benguet moves forward, it strives to preserve its natural beauty, promote sustainable practices, and improve the quality of life for its residents. The province remains committed to fostering unity, progress, and prosperity for all its constituents, ensuring a brighter future for generations to come.

THE ORIGIN OF THE NAME "BENGUET"

The name "Benguet" has its origins in the lush valley of La Trinidad, which is now the capital town of the province. There are two versions of how the name came to be.

IBALOI VERSION

According to the Ibaloi version, La Trinidad was a fertile valley with a lake in the center. The shallow part of the lake was cultivated with taro plants called "aba" and later with red rice known as "kintoman." Water buffalos (Kanuangan) grazed and wallowed in the muddy waters of the deep side of the lake. The lake provided abundant fish, woodcocks, birds, and other wildlife, sustaining the people for years.

During the cold season, known as Angchap, the wealthy individuals would cover their heads with a red kerchief, while the rest would use a white sheet of cloth. In the Nabaloy dialect, this head covering was called "benget," which means a covering that extends from the head to the neck, with a wide opening for the eyes. Some families used hides of the civet cat to protect themselves from the cold, heat, and rain, which they called "duvong." When these people wearing head coverings or hides were seen from a distance, they were referred to as "nanbengebenget."

When the Spanish expedition, led by Commandante Guillermo de Galvey, first encountered the beautiful valley, one of the interpreters, an Indio, misunderstood their words. When the Spaniards pointed towards the farmers planting "aba" and asked for the name of the place, the native elder simply said "benget." Without further inquiry, the cartographer of the expedition wrote "benget" in a Europeanized form, pronouncing it as "beng-guet." From this Spanish colloquial meaning, Benguet got its name, which eventually encompassed the entire province.

KANKANA-EY VERSION

In the Kankana-ey version, early travelers from the north journeyed to the south to trade with the lowland communities. The region was heavily forested, and to reach the lowlands, travelers had to pass through a swampy area, now known as La Trinidad Valley. This swamp left a lasting impression on the northern travelers, who had not seen such a large body of water and referred to it as a "sea."

The swamp was muddy and foul-smelling due to wallowing pigs, carabaos, and buffalos. Travelers had to follow the edge of the swamp to reach the other side. In the Kankana-ey language, the word for "edge" is "benget." As people traversed this place daily, the swamp became popularly known as "benget." Even the people residing around the lake came to be called "Ibenget."

Land and Inhabitants

Before the arrival of the Spaniards, the province now known as Benguet was inhabited by ancestral Ibalois and Kankanaeys, believed to be of Malay descent. Trade and commerce between these indigenous people and lowland groups like the Ilocanos and Pangasinenses were conducted regularly.

Spanish explorers made early attempts to conquer the highlands, enticed by the fabled rich gold mines of the Igorots. In 1620, the first major Spanish incursion into the La Trinidad Valley briefly gained control of some gold mines, but the endeavor was abandoned six years later. The Benguet people remained unconquered for much of the Spanish period.

In the 19th century, Spaniards launched expeditions into Benguet to subjugate the Igorots. Colonel Guillermo Galvey led the first successful expedition, establishing Spanish presence in the La Trinidad Valley. In 1846, Benguet became a district of the newly organized province of La Union. By 1854, it became a separate comandancia politico-militar. Other parts of the present province were also included in different comandancias such as Lepanto and Amburayan. The American administration introduced civil government in Benguet by 1900.

On August 13, 1908, Benguet became a sub-province of the Mountain Province, along with Amburayan, Apayao, Bontoc, Ifugao, Kalinga, and Lepanto. The 1930s saw the rise of mining companies in Benguet, which attracted a wave of lowland settlers to the area, particularly in towns surrounding the mines like Itogon.

During World War II, Benguet became a battleground where Igorot guerrillas and American forces fought against the Japanese defenders, aiming to open up the western flank during the final days of liberation in 1945. The United States Philippine Commission enacted Act No. 49 on November 23, 1900, establishing a civil government for the Province of Benguet. The provincial governor, provincial secretary, and provincial inspector were appointed as the officers of this government. Baguio was designated as the capital of the province.

On June 29, 1901, a provision was inserted in Act No. 155, stating that a popular representative would be elected by the township presidents on July 4 of the same year. This representative would serve as a direct referral for the people if they felt seriously aggrieved and unable to obtain relief from the provincial governor. Mateo Cariño from the township of Baguio became the first elected representative.

On August 18, 1908, through Act No. 1876, Benguet became a sub-province of the Mountain Province. Over time, the original 19 townships of Benguet were reduced to 13, and the town of Baguio became a chartered city in 1909. Tuba was created as a new town. The Province of Benguet comprised the municipalities of Atok, Bakun, Bokod, Buguias, Itogon, Kabayan, Kapangan, Kibungan, La Trinidad, Mankayan, Sablan, Tuba, and Tublay.

Republic Act 4695, enacted on June 18, 1966, divided the Mountain Province into four distinct provinces, including Benguet, Mountain Province, Kalinga-Apayao, and Ifugao. The elected officials at the time of division were mandated to serve in the province they ethnically belonged to, while appointive officials and personnel had to choose where they would continue to serve. Governor Alfredo G. Lamen remained governor of Mountain Province, while Vice-Governor Dennis Molintas became the governor of Benguet. The law ensured an equitable division of assets and liabilities among the four provinces.

Today, Benguet is known for its vast natural resources and unique temperate climate, setting it apart from other provinces in the Philippines. The province's indigenous inhabitants, including the Ibalois, Kankanaeys, and Kalanguyas, have become integrated as part of the Filipino nation while preserving their cultural heritage.

People of Benguet, Philippines

  • Population of BENGUET , Region 14 (CAR) as of 2020 census: 460,683
  • For 2015 excluding Baguio City, Benguet Population = 444,224 (excluding BAGUIO CITY @ 345,366)
  • For 2007 excluding Baguio City, Benguet Population = 372,533

  • Registered Voters per Comelec as of 2010 = 303,610

Elected Government Officials of Benguet, Philippines

Elected officials of Benguet for the term of 2019-2022
  • Provincial Governor of Benguet: DICLAS, MELCHOR DAGUINES
  • Provincial Vice-Governor of Benguet: WAGUIS, JOHNNY DIWAS
  • House Representative of Benguet: FONGWAN, NESTOR BAGTANG
  • First District Sangguniang Panlalawigan (Provincial Board Members):
  1. BENTREZ, FLORENCIO VENTURA
  2. WACLIN, BERNARD SAGANDOY
  3. NAZARRO, JUAN JR. MOLINTAS
  4. FIANZA, ALEXANDER TEKSHAP
  • Second District Sangguniang Panlalawigan (Provincial Board Members):
  1. NAMORO, ROBERT MARCOS
  2. CAMSOL, APOLINARIO TINO
  3. PAOAD, RUBEN EQUE
  4. CANUTO, ROBERTO KALAW
  5. BALAODAN, FERNANDO MARIANO
  6. BOTIWEY, JIM GALIPEN

Elected officials of Benguet for the term of 2016-2019
  1. Johnny Waguis
  2. Florencio Bentrez
  3. Juan Nazarro
  4. Bernard Waclin
  • Second District Sangguniang Panlalawigan (Provincial Board Members):
  1. Robert Namoro
  2. Jim Botiwey
  3. Apolinario Camsol
  4. Ruben Paoad
  5. Roberto Canuto

Elected officials of Benguet for the term of 2013-2016
  1. Waguis, Johnny Diwas
  2. Piok, Esteban Tacio
  3. Fianza, Alfonso Lorente
  4. Saguid, Benjamin Catores
  • Second District Sangguniang Panlalawigan (Provincial Board Members):
  1. Balao, Concepcion Dalgis
  2. Florence Belino Tingbaoen
  3. Dulnuan, Jack Inuguidan
  4. Cayat, Nardo Bestre
  5. Namoro, Robert Marcos
  6. Botiwey, Jim Galipen

Elected officials of Benguet for the term of 2010-2013

Elected officials of Benguet Province for the term of 2007-2010

Barangay's power and authority: A must read for all barangay officials

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This is the "Barangay Code of the Philippines".

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A Barangay Clearance is NEEDED in order to get a Business License.
So why is the barangay name not in most business addresses?
Ask your Barangay Captain/Chairman to create a Resolution to make it mandatory to put the barangay name in all Business addresses.
Every Government Unit in the Philippines is within a Barangay. The municipal hall, city hall, the provincial capitol building, and even the Malacañang Palace where the president resides is within a Barangay.

The barangay has power and authority over its domain. The improvement of the barangay rests on the barangay officials. The barangay chairman, the barangay council and the local businessmen forge the prosperity of the barangay. Not the president of the Philippines, senate, nor congress. Not the governor of the province, not the mayor nor council of the municipality or city. Poor barangays stay poor because of weak and/or ignorant(uninformed) barangay leaders.

When roads or any infrastructure need to be built, improved or repaired, all the barangay officials have to do is make a resolution and present it to the city or municipality council. The resolution will force the city/municipal council or responsible government office to hear the legitimate demands. "The squeaky wheel gets the grease."

Each city or municipality is represented by the "barangay association or federation". The elected president of the Association of Barangay Council and the President of Kabataan (SK) association each have a seat in the City/Municipality council. Their powers are the same and equal to the elected city/municipality councilors. They are there to help lobby the demands of the barangays. They are not there just to collect a big salary and rub elbows with the regular elected city/municipality council, but to also represent the needs of the barangays.
The duties of the barangay officials are specifically written in Chapter III(Punong Barangay) and Chapter IV (The Sangguniang Barangay). Read it..

Practically anything that has to do with the barangay, the barangay officials have a say on it and most likely the authority over it. The majority of the barangay officials are not aware of their duties and power. They depend on the city council or mayor. The elected barangay officials are afraid of the mayor and city/municipality's "Sangguniang Panlungsod". They are in fear of being ousted or removed from office. The truth is, the "Sangguniang Panlungsod" does not have the power to remove or suspend any elected barangay officials from office. Only the COURT OF LAW can do this (judicial branch of the government). Elected public officials can't be suspended by the DILG or the office of the president unless an official complaint has been filed, there must be proof and there must be due process. Republic Act 7160 chapter 4, Section 60. Information is power. Be informed. Do not be intimidated by the president, senator, congressman, governor, mayor, vice-mayor, or councilors. Do your job.

The control of traffic is not up to the city council or chief of police. It is controlled by the barangay. If the barangay needs traffic enforcers, the barangay can make a resolution to demand it from the city or municipality council. When the electric coop or the water district do not maintain their lines, the barangay can directly demand for the maintenance from the utility companies. No need to wait for city council.

The citizens also has the power to make demands to the barangay officials. In case the officials get blinded. Simply file an official complaint with the barangay secretary naming the Punong barangay as the respondent representing the barangay.

If the power lines are sagging, don't go to the power company, go to the barangay office. Ask the barangay for a DEMAND resolution against the power company.
If the water lines are busted, don't wait for the water company, go to the barangay office. Ask the barangay for a DEMAND resolution against the water company.
If the potholes in the road are not fixed, don't wait for the The Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH), go to the barangay office. Ask the barangay for a DEMAND resolution against the DPWH.
Are you beginning to get the point?

Cleaning the shorelines, drainage systems, streets, rivers, and parks within your barangay is YOUR responsibility. You are accountable for this. It is not the responsibility of the City/Municipality officials. The citizens and officials of the barangay are responsible. Stop blaming others.

  • BUDGET: As far as the preparation for the budget expenditures, it starts at the barangay level, then moves on to cities, municipalities, provinces and regions. The barangays need to exercise their authority. They need to put their yearly budget together for their administration and future projects. The majority of the barangays leave this job to the municipality and city. This is so wrong. Then when the budget doesn't come or is lacking, they complain.
  • The budget for the barangays does go to the City or Municipality, but simply for holding and later distribution. The city or municipality DOES NOT approve the budget. It was already approved by congress. The city or municipality simply "distributes" the approved budget.
  • The bureau of internal revenue is in cahoots to subdue the barangays, municipalities and provinces. They call the rightful shares to the taxes collected as "Internal Revenue Allotment Dependency". It is not a dependency. It is the lawful and rightful share of the LGU as specified in "TITLE III, SHARES OF LOCAL GOVERNMENT UNITS IN THE PROCEEDS OF NATIONAL TAXES, CHAPTER I, Allotment of Internal Revenue Taxes, Section 284."
  • "IMPERIAL MANILA IS A MYTH!", it does not exist anymore. The Philippine budget formulation system is not centralized. "Budgetary planning has been DECENTRALIZED since 1991". It is the responsibility of each LGU to submit their budgetary needs for review. Failure to submit is the problem.
  • DURING ELECTIONS: Where do City and Municipality politicians go to campaign? They seek the support of the Barangay officials. They plead to the barangay folks for the votes. Even the candidate for president. But after the election they ignore you. Do not ever forget the power of the barangay.

Ignorance keeps the pinoys thinking that Manila rules. Be informed, be educated and make your barangay prosper.

  • Absolutely NO need for FEDERALISM. It is a ploy to give the Bangsamoro an Islamic State where the religion of Islam is financed by the Philippine government. Bangsamoro will be a HOMELAND not for all Filipinos but for only the Muslim Filipinos. It violates the constitution's "separation of church and state". Religion is always good for the people but it should never be embraced or financed by government. Tax exemption is not tantamount to financing. Every non-profit organization is tax-exempt.

Businesses in Benguet, Philippines

How to Improve Your Business and Livelihood

The Philippine Livelihood Program: The Philippine government provides several programs to enhance the livelihood of the Filipino people. The department of Science and Technology through its Technology Research Center (TRC) regurlarly conducts various types of hands-on and personalized training programs.

  • DOST - Website
  • UPLiFT stands for Urban Program for Livelihood Finance and Training. - Website
  • DSWD Pro-poor and Livelihood Programs - Website

Take a picture of your Business (from a Sari-Sari Store to a Mega Mall). Upload that picture here in zamboanga.com and that picture can immediately be your business webpage. It is that easy. Here are two examples of how a picture becomes the webpage of the business: FHM Garden Grill and Catering and ABC Shopping Center

  • Give your business a good description. Add your address and contact number if available.
Possible Businesses
  • Auto, Trucks, Motorcycle and Bicycle dealers
  • Banks, Lending Firms, Pawnshops, and Financial Institutions
  • Clinics, Veterinary Clinics and Hospitals
  • Pharmacies, Drug Stores, Agri-Vets
  • Convenient Stores, Hardware and Supplies, General Stores, Sari-Sari Stores, Internet-Cafes
  • Department Stores and Appliance Stores
  • Supermarket, wet market, Fish Markets
  • Hotels, Motels, Pension Houses, Boarding houses and Resorts
  • Repair Shops: Shoe repair, Cellphone, Bikes (bicycles), motorcycles etc...
  • Restaurants, Carenderias, Coffee Shops, and Bakeries (Bakeshops)
  • Salons, Spas, Beauty Shops and Barber Shops
  • Gas Stations, Water Stations, Propane Stations

Real Estate or Properties for Sale or lease in Benguet, Philippines

  • If you have real estate property, whether its commercial, residential, farm land, or just an empty lot in Benguet, you can list that property for free.
  • Click to VIEW, EDIT or ADD Realty Listings.
  • You can list your House and lot or farm land for sale or lease for free here.
  • If you are a real estate developer, you can list your subdivision, condominiums, high rises, apartment complexes, shopping strips or malls, open market developments here for Free.

Churches, Mosques, or Places of Worship in Benguet, Philippines

The name of your church, mosque, or place of worship can be listed in this community page. Take a picture of the facade of your church or place of worship and it can be posted here. We can even provide you with a free webpage. You can enter the data (story about your place of worship) here yourself, email the information or pictures to (franklin_maletsky@yahoo.com) or via Facebook.


  • FILIPINOS WAKE UP! THE TAXES YOU PAID ARE USED BY THE GOVERNMENT TO EXCLUSIVELY FINANCE THE RELIGION OF ISLAM.
    Freedom of religion, yes. Equality, yes. But no favoritism.


  • List the Mosques or Masjid in Benguet here.
  • List the Catholic churches and chapels in Benguet here.
  • List the Methodist churches in Benguet here.
  • List the Iglesia Ni Cristo churches in Benguet here.
  • List the Seventh-day Adventist churches in Benguet here.
  • List the Church of Jesus Christ Latter day Saints (Mormons) churches in Benguet here.
  • List the Presbyterian churches in Benguet here.
  • List the Baptist churches in Benguet here.

Schools in Benguet, Philippines

  • Take a picture of your school building(s) and send your pictures via email to (franklin_maletsky@yahoo.com) or message me via Facebook. I will then post the pictures in this page.

Due to Covid19: Pursuant to the instructions of President Roa Duterte, and as recommended by the DepEd, classes for the year 2021-2022 will be opened but will be monitored.

  • List of schools: >>> click

PUBLIC NOTICE: Why pretend that the National language of the Philippines is Tagalog? It should be English. To be a Teacher, doctor, lawyer, engineer, architect, nurse, computer technician; what books do you learn from? English books of course. All your tests are in English. The constitution of the Philippines is written in English. All the laws and new laws introduced by congress are in English. For that matter, you can't be a teacher in a school system unless you know English. The "Licensure Exam for Teachers" is in ENGLISH! Who are these people forcing Tagalog down our throats? Tagalog is simply one of the many dialects of the Philippines. Keep your dialects but learn and be fluent and proficient in ENGLISH.


The name of your school in Benguet can be listed here. You can list it like this:

  • Name of School. Private or Public. It can be an elementary school, high school, college.
    • Address of your school
    • Telephone Number
    • Principal of the school

You can also create a webpage for your school. We can help you.

Economy of Benguet, Philippines

  • If you have an article that talks about the improvement of the economy of Benguet you can post that article here. If you come across any news item that talks about the economy of Benguet, you may post it here. Of course you have to reference the writer of the article. Any improvement to transportation, power and service usually improves the economy of the community, so go ahead and report that too.

Jobs in Benguet Philippines

If you have a job available and that job is within the Province of Benguet, Philippines, you may post it here.
Remember to be as descriptive as possible and to post your Company name, Contact person, physical address, email address and Phone number..
Post expiration of Job Application. Go ahead and Click HERE to Insert your job offer in the "Jobs in Benguet Philippines" page.

Natural Resources of Benguet, Philippines

Protect the environment

It is sad but true that as of the year 2012 the rivers of the Philippines continue to be the #1 Sewer Systems of the Philippines.

Protect & Save the Rivers. Do not let your sewer drain into the river. Your community can be the first to initiate this project.
Build your riverbank protection with a built-in gutter system. Reforest within Ten Years - Guaranteed!


Let us plant more trees in every barangay in the entire Philippines. It does not make any difference if the barangay is urban, partially urban or rural; we need more trees. Trees will prevent erosion, provide oxygen, prevent green house effect, and even a place of business for the shade tree mechanic.

The Philippines is a tropical country and practically anything will grow. The DENR has the planting trees project that goes on every year. Lots of picture taking for the media. Planting trees one by one is the "human" way of doing it. This individual planting of trees is good if done to "line" the roads and highways with trees or along fences or property divisions, or if you have a plantation.

To reforest the nation of the Philippines we have to plant trees the "mother nature" way. Sow the seeds during the rainy season. Go deep into "bald" forests and plant trees by sowing seeds. If there's not enough volunteers to do this, use the military helicopters to fly over the designated areas and sow the seeds.

Guaranteed within a few years, The Philippines will be lush again. >>Read More


We are using our rivers as our sewer system. If you ask a Filipino, "Are the Filipinos a clean people?" The answer is an automatic, "Yes!". However, the Filipinos are suffering from the same disease or attitude as most people do, and that is the "NIMBY" disease or "NIMBY" attitude. (NIMBY) Not In My Back Yard. So it is OK to dump my garbage and sewer there. Not mine! Someone else will take care of it.

This attitude is killing our rivers. Your great-grandparents, grandparents or parents were once proud to tell the stories of how they enjoyed swimming in the river behind your house or nearby. However, you can't say the same or tell the same stories to your kids or grand kids. Why? Because your generation is killing the river.

Contact:

  • Secretary Roy Cimatu - since May 8, 2017
  • Department of Environment and Natural Resources
  • Visayas Avenue, Diliman, 1100 Quezon City, Philippines
  • +63-2-929-6626
  • osec@denr.gov.ph

We have so much water in the Philippines and yet very little to drink.


Instead of relying too much on Diesel fuel and Coal to generate the majority of Philippine's Electrical energy Supply, we can concentrate more on renewable and sustainable source of energy such as: Hydro Power, Solar Power, and Wind Power and thermal energy conversion. We have too many black outs.

Tourists Attractions and Landmarks of Benguet, Philippines

  • Camp Utopia (Sagubo, Kapangan)
This was the camp of the 66th Infantry Battalion during the 2nd World War. It was also the site where the late Major Bado Dangwa and Major Dennis Molintas led the defense of the Igorotlandia.
  • Kaliwaga Cave (Kaliwaga, Kapangan)
The burial place of the British soldiers of fortune who came to Benguet during the 15th century.
  • Guerilla Saddle (Km. 26, Atok)
Where the fiercest battle between the advancing Japanese Imperial Forces and the United States Armed Forces - 66th Infantry was fought to the advantage of the guerilla resistance movement. A great number of Japanese soldiers have fallen and perished on this spot. Thus, Atok is known as the Vanguard of Freedom in Benguet.
  • Darew Ancient Ruins of Civilization (Kapangan)
Located at the top of the mountain west of Kapangan. It commands a vantage view of the coastline to the west and fertile valley to the east. For many years, the people lived in peace and prosperity. From this area, they traded and intermarried, forged alliances and came to recognize as kin those who lived in more populous settlements of Tagudin, Agoo, Tubao, Ambanganan (Pugo), Lingayen, Dagupan, Binalonan, Tayug, Safid (San Manuel), Imogen, Ituy, Tinok and Ahin.
  • Hill WW II (Mankayan)
Site where the 66th Infantry Battalion and guerillas fought to make their way to Besang Pass. The capture of Hill WW II opened the right flank guard of the Japanese Imperial Garrison to bombardment and constant attack by Igorot freedom fighters.
  • Lamtang (Puguis, La Trinidad)
The escape route of then President Sergio Osmena and party who were escorted by a detachment of the 66th Infantry Battalion to Camp Valhalla, Kapangan then to San Gabriel, La Union during the World War II.
  • Klondykes Stone Walls (Klondykes, Tuba)
Remnant of the first American building used by the American engineers who constructed Kennon Road. It is believed to have been built in 1902 and is still visible today.
  • Cariño Cave (Eddet, Kabayan)
The hiding place of Governor Ora Cariño and the place where he was captured by the Americans in 1900.
  • Manenchen (Manenchen, Kabayan)
The site of the massacre of Eddet residents by the Japanese Imperial Army during the WW II.
  • Kennon Road (Tuba)
One of the legacies of the American Administration. It was the first Benguet road to be constructed by the Americans in 1902. The completion of this road opened the entire Benguet Province to vehicular traffic and marked the entry of Americans, Europeans, Japanese, Chinese and lowlanders to the Province of Benguet. It was referred as the Benguet Road until it was renamed Kennon Road by virtue of Executive Order No. 9 in 1922, in honor of Col. Lyman W. Kennon, the American engineer who supervised and finished the construction of the road in 1905.
  • Kabayan Pyramid (Poblacion, Kabayan)
It is also called the "Kinepol ni Nabaloi." The burial tomb of Henry A. Kamora, the Grand Old Man of Kabayan which is located at the municipal compound.
  • Embosi
It is the first known Ibaloi settlement. The place is found at Gusaran, Kabayan

Festivals, Fiestas and Traditions of Benguet, Philippines

In the Philippines a fiesta is usually celebrated in barrios or barangays. It is the official holiday of the LGU, the barangay. Filipinos love fiestas. It is a time for joy and celebration. A fiesta is of Spanish origin and is usually commemorated in association with a christian patron saint. Most barangays whose population have been clustered by Muslims(Moros) and their population is more than that of the Christians, the celebration of the fiesta have been cancelled and replaced with the Hari Raya or Eid al-Fitr.

The cities or municipalities usually have yearly festivals where all the barangays participate. The cities or municipalities hold contests for the best floats in parades.

Benguet Zip Codes

Source: Philippine Postal Corporation
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2600 Baguio City Benguet
2601 La Trinidad Benguet
2602 Philippine Military Academy (PMA) Benguet
2603 Tuba Benguet
2604 Itogon Benguet
2605 Bokod Benguet
2606 Kabayan Benguet
2607 Bugias Benguet
2608 Mankayan Benguet
2609 Lepanto Benguet
2610 Bakun Benguet
2611 Kibungan Benguet
2612 Atok Benguet
2613 Kapangan Benguet
2614 Sablan Benguet
2615 Tublay Benguet

Benguet, Philippines supports Philippine Cycling

Philippine Cycling is about cycling in the Philippnes. Philippine Cycling helps promote bike races, cycling clubs, bicycle tours, and the development of bicycle trails. Activities are coordinated with bike shops and cycling clubs throughout the Philippines to promote the fun of riding bikes. Philippine Cycling will be coordinating events with tour of Luzon, Visayas and Mindanao. Road biking and mountain bikings will be promoted by Philippine Cycling.
Cycling Activity to Participate In

Your cycling activity can be posted here and it will be shown in all the Provincial, City, Municipal and Barangay pages. Your 2015 Cycling Race or Activity can be Posted here.

  • ILOILO CITY, April 27-May 2, 2015 (PNA) – Some 5,000 bikers are expected to join the second Iloilo Bike Festival slated April 27-May 2, 2015 as the city continues to aspire to become a bike-able walkable metropolis. The activity that supported by the John B. Lacson Foundation Maritime University (JBLFMU) and Megaworld Iloilo aims to promote Iloilo as a safe and bike friendly city, promote the share-a-road movement encourage Ilonggos to commute via biking and raise Ilonggos awareness on the benefits of biking on health, safety and environment concerns. Read More....
  • CYCLING Le Tour de Filipinas 2015 set as country celebrates 60 years of top-caliber cycling Feb 1 to Feb 4 2015 - View the result of the race: A four stage race. Stage 1 starts in Balanga and back to Balanga for a 126K race Feb 1, 2015 (Sunday); stage 2 starts in Balanga, Bataan to Iba, Zambales for a 154.7 K race Feb 2, 2015 (Monday); stage 3 starts in Iba, Zambales to Lingayen, Pangasinan for a 150.1K race Feb 3, 2015 (Tuesday); stage 4 starts in Lingayen, Pangasinan to Baguio City, Benguet for a 101.7K race Feb 4, 2015 (Wednesday). For a total distance of 532.5 Kms. Read More >>>
  • Ronda Pilipinas: Feb 8 - 27 2015:>> Discovering young riders for the national team will be the main objective of the LBC Ronda Pilipinas 2015 when the country’s premiere cycling race hits the road on Feb. 8 in Butuan City. Ronda Pilipinas executive project director Moe Chulani said the international multistage bikathon, which ends on Feb. 27, will have two qualifying legs of four stages each in Mindanao and the Visayas where the top riders will advance to face a tough foreign challenge in the six-stage Luzon finale. Read More>>>

The oldest living man or woman in Benguet, Philippines

Do you know who the oldest living man or woman is in Benguet? Zamboanga.com is starting this inquiry in order to honor the older generation of the Philippines. Please provide the full name and date of birth of the elder living in Benguet. We will then post your entry in the Oldest Living Man or Woman in the Philippines page.

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