Region VI

Western Visayas
 "Western Visayas
Region"
It was created by virtue of Presidential Decree No. 1
as part of the Integrated Reorganization Plan of
President Ferdinand Edralin Marcos.
Palawan, formerly part of MIMAROPA (now MIMARO),
was moved to this region on May 23, 2005 by virtue
of Executive Order No. 429. Administrative Order No.
129 was issued on August 19, 2005, to resolve the
negative backlash and as part of the supervison of
the transfer process of Palawan from MIMAROPA to
Western Visayas.
 "Western Visayas
Region"

Western Visayas is composed of 7 provinces and the

cities of Bacolod and Iloilo. Bacolod City and Iloilo
City are highly urbanized cities. 
All of the provinces of Western Visayas (except
Negros Occidental) are also known as
"The Piedmont of the Philippines".
 7 provinces
& its capital
PROVINCE CAPITAL
• Aklan -
Kalibo
• Antique - San
Jose
• Capiz -
Roxas City
• Guimaras -
Jordan
• Iloilo - Iloilo City (Regional
 "Hilagaynon"
The main language in the region. It
is spoken in Negros Occidental,
Guimaras, Capiz and some parts of
Iloilo.
Languages
• Hilagaynon: Iloilo, negros Occidental, Guimaras &
Capiz
• Capiznon: Capiz
• inaray-a: Antique and parts of Iloilo, Capiz and
Aklan.
• Akeanon: Aklan
• Malaynon: Aklan
• Cebuano: northern parts of Negros Occidental
and its municipalities and cities which are facing
Tañon Strait towards Cebu.
Economy:
Major Agriculture
Industries
Tourism

Milling

Food Processing
 Economy:
Banana Palay Crops
Corn Coconut
Jackfruit Rambutan
Airports present in Region
VI
International
• Bacolod-Silay International Airport
• Iloilo International Airport
• Kalibo International Airport

Domestic
• Evelio Javier Airport (Antique)
• Godofredo P. Ramos Airport (Caticlan)
• Kabankalan City Domestic Airport
• Roxas Airport
 AKLAN
"The Philippines Oldest
Province, Queen of the
Philippine Fabrics
& Rambutan Center of Asia"

• Originally known as "Minuro it Akean", is

considered as the oldest province in the country
and is believed to have been established as early
as 1213 by settlers from Borneo ruled by Datu
Dinagandan.

• From the time of the Spanish colonial administration until Pilipino was instituted as
the Philippine national language, Aklan was spelled "Acean", and its chief town Kalibo
was spelled "Calivo".
 AKLAN
"The Philippines Oldest
Province, Queen of the
Philippine Fabrics
& Rambutan Center of Asia"
• The province boasts high geographic diversity,
ranging from white sandy beaches, mangroves,
and mountainous lanscapes. It also boasts the
river Akean, which appears unique due to its
"boiling or frothing" appearance.

• Beyond Boracay and the Ati-atihan, one can also find a dream possession in the
province - the Piña cloth, considered as the "Queen of the Philippine Fabrics," and
other fineries made from it.
• Innovations were made out of this fabric to suit the demanding supply of the fashion
market. Dyed abaca cloths are made into place mats. bags, wall decors, fans, etc.
 Kali-Ugyon Festival

Nabas Bariw
Festival

Festivals

Ati-atihan Festival Bugna Festival

 AKLAN
Festivals
• Ati-Atihan festival in Kalibo. Originally, the festival was to celebrate the
treaty between the Ati and the Malayan tribes who settled in the Island.
The Ati live in the mountain regions and the Malay people in the
flatlands or close to the water. The festivity begins on the dry season, at
which time the Ati come down from the mountains to trade and
celebrate with the Malayan tribes.

• Bariw Festival is a unique festival showcasing the skills of every

Nabasnon in weaving bags, mats and hats made of bariw leaves - the
prospering livelihood in the municipality. It is highlighted by the dance
performance of local talent and ingenuity to the beat of the drums and
indigenous rhythm celebrated every May 14 of the year.
 AKLAN
Festivals

• Bugna Festival is a festival showcasing the different locally produced

products and eco-tourism destinations of Tangalan like the marine
sanctuary and coral garden, Afga Point, Campo Verde, Jawili Falls,
Bughawi beach and reforestation project every May 16 of the year.

• Kali-Ugyon Festival, This is the festival celebrated in Libacao every

December 30 to January 1, costumed in modern and indigenous outfits
bringing people together on the streets for merry-making and to drive
away evil spirits in the coming New Year.
 Boracay Island

Pagatpat
Mangrove
Park

Hacienda Maria

Destination
s
Ariel’s Point
ANTIQUE
"Marble
Central of The province was known as Hantík, the local

Panay/
name for the large black ants found on the
island.
Gemstone
Country"
The Spanish chroniclers, influenced by the
French, recorded the region's name as
Hantique, which was then read as 'antique
(silent 'h').
 Copper Gemstones

Mascovado
Coal Sugar
Sira-an Hot Spring

Igpasungaw
Falls

Rafflesia
Tourist
"Biggest Flower Attractions
in
The Binirayan festival is an event celebrated in
the province of Antique in the Philippines.
"Binirayan" literally means "where they sailed
to".
 CAPIZ
"Seafood Capital of
the Philippines"

• Capiz Province is known as the

birthplace of the first President of the
Republic of the Philippines, Manuel
Roxas. It is also known as the seafood
capital of the Philippines.
 CAPIZ
"Seafood Capital of
the Philippines"

• Capiz is known for the brilliant Capiz

shell produced here, it is used in
making windows, lanterns,
decorations, vases, etc.
• The Capiz shell has a luster similar to
mother of pearl shells
• 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
Industry &
Economy
• Dubbed as the "Seafood capital of the
Philippines", it boast of its 80-
kilometer coastline and wide expanse
of swampy lands easily converted into
fishponds.

• It holds one of the richest fishing

grounds and a major contributor in
the aquamarine industry of the
Philippines.
 People's Park
(La Playa de Roxas)

Suhot Cave and Spring

Tourist
Attractions

Santo Monica
Ang Panublion Parish Church
 Aswang Festival

Sinadya sa Halaran

Festivals
 GUIMARAS
"Mango Country of the
Visayas"

• Among the smallest provinces

• Capital: Jordan
• It is a small island located between Negros and
Panay Islands. Its main produce is the "yellow
mango".
• The province is basically argricultural w/ palay, coconut, mango,
vegetables, livestock, poultry and fishing as major products.
• Its major industries are tourism, fruit processing, coconut
processing, fish farming, handicrafts making, mining, quarrying
and lime production.
 GUIMARAS
"Mango Country of the
Visayas"

Guimaras is well known for its

agricultural crops, particularly
mangoes, where some 50,000 of
these trees are planted.

The Guimaras Island is famous for

producing some of the sweetest
mangoes in the world.
Alubihod Beach Guimaras Pasalubon

Tourist
Attractions
Guisi
Lighthouse San Lorenzo
Windmills
MANGGAHAN SA
GUIMARAS
FESTIVAL or
"Manggahan Festival"

An identity festival of the province

Celebrated every April 16-20 for the
sustained promotion of Mango
Industry.

Manggahan culminates in a grand

showcase of cultural festivals in a bis
to show the world that there is more to
Guimaras than its sweet, fiber and
pest-free mangos.
 Iloilo Province contains plenty of historical and
cultural sites.
"Heritage
Haven of
The capital city of Iloilo celebrates the Dinagyang
Festival every 4th weekend of January. It showcase
Panay" of the rich heritage, colorful history, passionate,
devotion, and fun-loving spirit of the Ilonggo people.

The oldest gold course in the Philippines built in

1907, is found here, at Santa Barbara.
 Conception,
Jaro Metropolitan Cathedral
Iloilo

Islas De
Gigantes

Miagao Church

Tourist
Attractions
NEGROS
OCCIDENTAL
"Sugar Bowl of the
Philippines"
• CAPITAL: Bacolod

• Originally known to the natives as

"Buglas"

• When tha Spaniards arrived in

April 1565, they named it
"Negros" because of the dark-
skinned natives they found.
NEGROS
OCCIDENTAL
• Sugar bowl of the Ph because Negros
Occidental produces more than half
the nation's sugar output.

• It is rich in structures and buildings

that are remnants of once affluent
lifestyle.

• One of the country's largerst cooper

mines is located in Sipalay City.

• Industry: Agriculture, Sugarcane,

Masskara Festival

• It gives the people of Negros, as

well as local foreign visitors, a
chance to drink and be merry for
20 days.

• Originally designed to show the

hardships of the people of Negros.
Has become a tool of escapism
and a way to generate revenues
for big business. Celebrated
during October 1-20
 Lakawon Island

The Ruins, Talisay

Tourist
Sugarcane Fields Attractions