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What is the origin of Urdaneta?
What is the origin of Urdaneta?
- It was founded by Americans
- It was founded by Spaniards
- It was founded by Pangasinenses and Ilocanos (correct)
- It was founded by Chinese
What is the significance of the name Urdaneta?
What is the significance of the name Urdaneta?
- It was named after a famous soldier
- It was named after a famous explorer
- It was named after a famous politician
- It was named after a famous priest (correct)
What is the main source of income for Urdaneta?
What is the main source of income for Urdaneta?
- Tourism
- Mining
- Fishing
- Agriculture (correct)
Flashcards
Origin of Urdaneta
Origin of Urdaneta
Founded by Pangasinenses and Ilocanos.
Significance of Urdaneta's Name
Significance of Urdaneta's Name
Named after a famous priest.
Main Source of Income for Urdaneta
Main Source of Income for Urdaneta
Agriculture is the primary industry.
Study Notes
- Urdaneta is a 2nd class component city in the province of Pangasinan, Philippines.
- It was founded on January 8, 1858, by Pangasinenses and Ilocanos.
- The city was named after Father Andrés de Urdaneta, a famous aide of Magellan.
- Urdaneta has a population of 144,577 people according to the 2020 census.
- It is politically subdivided into 34 barangays.
- Urdaneta is governed by a mayor and a municipal council.
- The city celebrates Dumayo Festival annually in March and a fiesta in December.
- Urdaneta is among the most progressive cities in Northern Luzon in annual regular income.
- The city's Livestock Market is the largest cattle market in Northern Luzon.
- Urdaneta has numerous financial and banking institutions, making it among the most vibrant economies in Pangasinan and the whole Ilocos Region.
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