Region IV‑A – CALABARZON Administrative Guide (Provinces, Cities, Municipalities & LGUs)

Region IV‑A, or CALABARZON, consists of Cavite, Laguna, Batangas, Rizal, and Quezon. This administrative guide covers its provinces, cities, municipalities, geography, economy, and LGU structure.

Region IV‑A – CALABARZON Administrative Guide

Region IV‑A, officially known as CALABARZON, is one of the most economically dynamic regions in the Philippines. Located south of Metro Manila, it contains major industrial zones, agricultural centers, heritage towns, and rapidly growing urban cities.

This page serves as the central administrative hub for all LGUs within CALABARZON.

Region Overview

  • Island Group: Luzon
  • Regional Center: Calamba City, Laguna
  • Provinces: 5
  • Cities: 21
  • Municipalities: 84
  • Barangays: 4,000+
  • PSGC Code: 04000000

CALABARZON is the most populous region in the Philippines and a major contributor to national GDP.

Provinces of Region IV‑A

Cavite

  • Capital: Trece Martires City
  • Cavite Administrative Page
  • Cities & Municipalities of Cavite

Laguna

  • Capital: Santa Cruz
  • Laguna Administrative Page
  • Cities & Municipalities of Laguna

Batangas

  • Capital: Batangas City
  • Batangas Administrative Page
  • Cities & Municipalities of Batangas

Rizal

  • Capital: Antipolo City
  • Rizal Administrative Page
  • Cities & Municipalities of Rizal

Quezon

  • Capital: Lucena City
  • Quezon Administrative Page
  • Cities & Municipalities of Quezon

Cities of Region IV‑A

Highly Urbanized, Component & Independent Cities

  • Antipolo City – Rizal
  • Calamba City – Laguna (Regional Center)
  • Santa Rosa City – Laguna
  • Biñan City – Laguna
  • San Pedro City – Laguna
  • Batangas City – Batangas
  • Lipa City – Batangas
  • Tanauan City – Batangas
  • Lucena City – Quezon (Independent Component City)
  • Tayabas City – Quezon
  • Dasmariñas City – Cavite
  • Bacoor City – Cavite
  • Imus City – Cavite
  • General Trias City – Cavite
  • Tagaytay City – Cavite
  • Trece Martires City – Cavite
  • Cavite City – Cavite
  • San Pablo City – Laguna
  • Cabuyao City – Laguna
  • Sto. Tomas City – Batangas
  • San Juan City – Batangas

Municipalities of Region IV‑A

Region IV‑A contains 84 municipalities, organized by province. Each province’s LGU index page provides complete listings:

  • Cavite LGUs
  • Laguna LGUs
  • Batangas LGUs
  • Rizal LGUs
  • Quezon LGUs

Geography & Environment

Landscape

CALABARZON features:

  • Volcanic landscapes (Taal Volcano)
  • Mountain ranges (Sierra Madre)
  • Coastal zones (Batangas, Quezon)
  • Lakes (Laguna de Bay)
  • Fertile agricultural plains

Climate

  • Tropical monsoon
  • Dry season: November–April
  • Wet season: May–October

Cultural & Historical Profile

Region IV‑A is home to:

  • Tagalog
  • Batangueño
  • Quezonin
  • Caviteño
  • Rizaleño

Cultural highlights include:

  • Taal Heritage Town
  • Batangas coffee culture
  • Quezon’s Pahiyas Festival
  • Cavite’s historical sites
  • Laguna’s artisan towns

Economic Profile

Key Sectors

  • Manufacturing
  • Electronics
  • Automotive
  • Agriculture
  • Tourism
  • Logistics

Major Infrastructure

  • CALABARZON Industrial Belt
  • SLEX, CALAX, STAR Tollway
  • Batangas Port
  • PNR South Railway (ongoing)

Internal Links

Conclusion

Region IV‑A – CALABARZON is one of the Philippines’ most economically powerful and culturally diverse regions. This administrative page provides a complete overview of its provinces, cities, municipalities, and LGU structure, forming a key part of your national administrative silo.