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Caloocan City - Home Of Heroes No other city in the Philippines is quite like Caloocan. From humble beginnings had risen a city now in the face of relentless and continuing progress. Before Caloocan emerged into a city, it had modest beginnings – first, as a wilderness, then as an uninhabited hill, then as a hilltop village. Few know the full story of how the city began. Even fewer remember the very interesting details that make up its birth and growth. Today Caloocan continues progressing to be the great yet humble city that is the radiant vision of its residents and the current leadership. The main landmark of Caloocan City is the Bonifacio Monument, located at the intersection of Rizal Avenue and Epifanio de los Santos Avenue, or EDSA. The monument commemorates the most proletarian of all Filipino heroes, Andres Bonifacio. It likewise marks the first encounter between Andres Bonifacio and his revolutionary group called Katipunan with the Spanish soldiers on August 3, 1896. The monument was immortalized by the great Filipino nationalist Guillermo Tolentino. Geography Caloocan City is located at the northern part of Metropolitan Manila. The city is divided into two parts: the urban portion, which is bounded on the north by Malabon, on the east by Quezon City, on the south by Manila and Navotas, and on the west by Manila Bay; and the rural portion, bounded on the north by San Jose del Monte in Bulacan, on the east and south by Quezon City, and on the west by Valenzuela. It occupies a total land area of 55.8 square kilometers. Population The total population was 1,023,159 as of the 1995 census. Political Subdivision Caloocan City is composed of 188 Barangays, which are subdivided into two Congressional Districts. It has been classified as a Highly Urbanized City. Brief History of Caloocan The name Caloocan came from the vernacular terms “lo-ok,” meaning interior, and “nasa sulok,” which means in the corner, implying its location. The original territory of Caloocan extends to the foothills of Marikina in the east, from Tenejeros, Tanza, and Tala rivers in the north, San Francisco del Monte, Sampalok, Sta. Cruz, and Tondo in the south. Caloocan became a municipality in 1815 after it was separated from the town of Tondo as one of its barrios. Seventy-seven years after it was proclaimed a separate town, Caloocan partly hosted the completion of the British-owned Manila-Dagupan railway in 1892, bringing the municipality closer to Manila and other points of Luzon. In 1896, the people of Caloocan led by Andres Bonifacio revolted against Spain, followed by other uprisings in the different parts of the country. Spain surrendered to the Americans on August 1898. The arrival of the Americans in the country proved to be another test to the people of Caloocan. Their heroic defense reduced the town to rubbles. Years of reconstruction followed, with new roads laid out, public schools built, and the railway improved. Caloocan suffered three years of oppression under the Japanese occupation. Philippine independence was finally proclaimed in 1946, and Caloocan gained its true freedom. In 1961, through a plebiscite, the municipality of Caloocan became a city. Caloocan City Is Famous For... Tala Leprosarium Founded in 1940, the Tala Leprosarium is considered as the oldest leprosarium in Asia. Things to Do and see in Caloocan City... Historical Bonifacio Monument The main landmark of Caloocan City, the Bonifacio Monument is located at the intersection of Rizal Avenue and EDSA. The monument commemorates the most proletarian of all Filipino heroes, Andres Bonifacio. The monument likewise marks the first encounter between Andres Bonifacio and his revolutionary group called Katipunan with the Spanish soldiers on August 3, 1896. The monument was immortalized by the great Filipino nationalist Guillermo Tolentino. Man-Made Gubat sa Ciudad Resort It is an idyllic place ideal for retreats, campings, birthdays, and company outings. This unique resort boasts of seven swimming pools of different heights and sizes with matching water slides that would thrill even the most untamed water enthusiast. It also features a hall pavilion, cottages, air-conditioned rooms, basketball and volleyball courts, children's playground, Jacuzzi, and tree houses. Luzviminda Resort It is a well-known resort in Caloocan City, which is best described as the Home of the Castlesliders. The resort features two swimming pools with water slides, cottages, picnic huts, air-conditioned rooms, and a cozy restaurant where dart competitions are often held. Manila Central University It is the first co-educational institution in Caloocan City, founded in 1904. It serves the dual purpose of a university and a hospital. Buena Park UE Sports Complex This park cum recreational center serves more than one purpose. It features a swimming pool, pelota, tennis and basketball courts. Its restaurant serves Filipino dishes and is now becoming a favorite eatery in Caloocan City. How to Get to Caloocan City Buses in Caloocan City ply the major roads while public utility jeepneys ply the minor roads. The Light Rail Transit is considered as the smoothest and fastest way to get across Manila and nearby vicinities. Emergency Services Medical Facilities Col. Salvador T. Villa Memorial Government Hospital Caimito Rd., Caloocan City Tel. No. 361-2406 Dr. Jose N. Rodriguez Memorial Hospital Tala, Caloocan City Tel. No. 939-2253 Arnaiz Hospital Bagong Barrio, Caloocan City Police H.Q. Station 2 Samson Rd. Caloocan City Tel. No. 362-3276 Fire Station Caloocan City Fire Station Gen. San Miguel St., Samson Rd., Caloocan City Tel. No. 362-3292 Click here for more information about Manila. source: Department of Tourism |
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