Cabatuan, Iloilo
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Cabatuan is a 4th class municipality in the province of Iloilo, Philippines. According to the 2000 census, it has a population of 45,935 people in 9,019 households.Cabatuan is a Historic and Religious town in the heart of Iloilo Province. The town was founded in 1732 after a molave cross was planted on the peak of Pamulogan. In 1733, the poblacion was established in the northern bank of Tiguin River(Tigum River).
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[edit] Religious Shrines in Cabatuan
San Nicolas de Tolentino Church- "The Model of Temples" Built in 1834, this Tuscanic Church of baked brick is one of the most beautiful churches in the Philippines. The Church is the only existing church in Iloilo which has three facades. Its twin belfries are considered to be one of the best in the Philippines. The church was given the title: "Model of temples" since it was the best representation of European Architecture in the islands. In 1948, the church was partially damaged by an earthquake which ruined four of its belfries, two of its facade pediments and the central dome. In the early 1990's the church was restored back to its present grandeur. Today, 'La Iglesia de San Nicolas de Tolentino' is one of the most picturesque churches in Asia.
Cabatuan Cemetery- This century old Spanish-Filipino Cemetery is the only cemetery in the Philippines which is a perfect square. Three byzantine arch entrances dominate the front-gate, while a baroque central chapel is located at the center. The chapel is a fusion of roman, gothic, byzantine, and baroque architectures. The complex carvings on the chapel's facade is considered to be the most distinct cemetery relief which can only be found in Cabatuan.
Pamulogan Hill- This shrine is considered to be the cradle of Cabatuan's History. At the peak of the hill lies a concrete cross. Every lent, devotees starts their journey from the mouth of Barangay Pamulogan to the peak of the hill.
Baluarte Shrine- This picturesque shrine located in Balic Hill, is one of the places in Cabatuan which attracts many tourists and pilgrims on lent seasons. On the peak is a cross, perhaps a replica of the one in Pamulogan Hill and on the foot of the hill lies an art-deco chapel.
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[edit] Festival and Events
Cabatuan Town Fiesta(September 10) Tinuom Festival- a celebration of the town's history and its popularily craved delicacy, Tinuom. It is a colorful explosion of music and dances, magical timeline that has a story of its own.
Lent Season- The town of Cabatuan is known to have the most wooden and porcelain statuary being showcased on Lent processions/ The most popular set of saints is the wooden "Last Supper". As Finales, songs from children and women choirs fill the air with solemnity and faithful adoration.
[edit] Barangays
Cabatuan is politically subdivided into 68 barangays.
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[edit] Trivia
The new Iloilo Airport of International Standards, that will replace the Mandurriao Airport, is mostly located in Cabatuan. Only the main entrance is located in the neighboring municipality of Santa Barbara.
[edit] External links
- Official Homepage
- CNCHS Alumni Connection
- Cabatuan.com -Cabatuan (Iloilo) Web Portal
- CNCHS.com -Cabatuan National Comprehensive High School
- AcaoNHS.com -Acao National High School Official Website
- IloiloAirport.com
- cabatuan.com/cpu -CPU Cabatuananon (CPU Students & Alumni from Cabatuan, Iloilo).
- Philippine Standard Geographic Code
- 2000 Philippine Census Information
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