Capiz

Capiz is a province of the Philippines located in the Western Visayas region. Its capital is Roxas City and is located at the northeastern portion of Panay Island, bordering Aklan and Antique to the west, and Iloilo to the south. Capiz faces the Sibuyan Sea to the north. Capiz is known for its mother-of-pearl shells that have the same name and are used for decoration, making lampshades, trays, window doors, etc.. Capiz is known for a popular local myth of Aswang, a generic name for ghouls, monsters and witches.

Other Information

• History of Capiz
• People of Capiz
• The Name of Capiz
• Economy of Capiz
• Geography of Capiz
• Culture of Capiz
• Myths, folklore, superstitious beliefs and practices of Capiz
• Aswang Festival in Capiz
• Educational institutions in Capiz
• Hospitals in Capiz
• Municipalities of Capiz

Facts

• Region : Western Visayas (Region VI)
• Capital : Roxas City
• Divisions
  - Independent cities : 0
  - Component cities : 1
  - Municipalities : 16
  - Barangays : 473
  - Congressional districts : 1st and 2nd districts of Capiz
• Population
  - Total (2007) : 701,664
  - Density : 270.43/km²
• Area
  - Total : 2,594.64 km²
• Founded : March 10, 1917
• Spoken languages : Capiznon, Ilonggo

Politics

• Governor : Victor Tangco (Liberal)

Links

• Capiz Provincial Government Website

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