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Cities & Municipalities and How Their Governments Work

I would like to apologize for not having this written this Blog much sooner. But today it dawned on me that I am writing for people from all around the world, and not just Filipinos or their families. Therefore, here is a breakdown of the political systems for the country of the Philippines, ENJOY! Understanding […]

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Mandaue City, Cebu – Furniture Capital of the Philippines

Mandaue, Mactan view from Tops Lookout by Patrickroque01 Discovering Mandaue: A Hidden Gem in Cebu Nestled in the heart of Cebu Island, this highly urbanized city known as Mandaue is often overshadowed by its more popular neighbors, Cebu City and Lapu-Lapu City, which together make up Metro Cebu. Having only 27 barangays and with a

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Lapu-Lapu City

Lapu-Lapu monument at the Mactan Shrine by Budots2 Discovering Lapu-Lapu City: The Gateway to History and Adventure Nestled on Mactan Island in Cebu, Lapu-Lapu City is a Highly Urbanized City that stands as a vibrant hub of culture, history, and modern development. Known for its rich heritage, stunning beaches, and as a key economic player

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Bacolod City, “The City of Smiles”

Bacolod City Skyline by Xiaoling22 – Own work, CC BY-SA 4.0, https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=153799290 Bacolod City: The City of Smiles in the Heart of the Philippines Sitting on the coast, Bacolod City is a Highly Urbanized Independent City and the provincial capital of Negros Occidental which is part of the Negros Island Group and situated in the

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Cebu City, the Queen City of the South

Cebu City is a Highly Urbanized City (HUC) often referred to as the “Queen City of the South,” and is a vibrant and bustling metropolis located in the Central Visayas Region of the Philippines. It is the provincial capital of the Cebu province and serves as the main hub for commerce, trade, and education in

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Western Samar

Discover the Hidden Gems of Western Samar, Philippines Western Samar (officially known as just Samar) is a province on the island of Samar. Its provincial capital is Catbalogan City. Brimming with natural beauty and cultural heritage, it is situated in the Eastern Visayas region of the Philippines. Known for its picturesque landscapes, rich history, and

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Southern Leyte

Discovering Southern Leyte: A Hidden Gem in the Philippine Archipelago Southern Leyte, a province situated on the island of Leyte in the Eastern Visayas region of the Philippines, stands as a testament to the archipelago’s natural beauty and rich cultural history. Its provincial capital is Maasin City. Often overshadowed by more popular destinations in the

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Northern Samar

Northern Samar, one of the three provinces comprising the island of Samar in the Eastern Visayas region of the Philippines, is an area known for its rugged terrain and natural beauty. Its provincial capital is the municipality of Catarman which serves as the hub for its commerce and governance. The province is edged by the

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Northern Leyte

Northern Leyte (Officially Leyte) is a vibrant province situated in the Eastern Visayas region of the Philippines, part of the island of Leyte. It’s a land rich with history and natural beauty, contrasted by moments of modern development and the resilience of a community often challenged by natural forces. Its provincial Capital is Tacloban City.

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