Philippines City Nicknames Flashcards
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What is the Oldest Province in the Philippines?

  • Cebu
  • Davao
  • Aklan (correct)
  • Palawan

    • What is known as the Oldest City in the Philippines?

  • Dumaguete
  • Manila
  • Iloilo City
  • Cebu City (correct)

    • Which city in the Philippines is the Largest City?

  • Cebu City
  • Manila
  • Davao (correct)
  • Quezon City

    • Which province is the Largest Province in the Philippines?

    <p>Palawan</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What province is referred to as the Rice Granary?

    <p>Nueva Ecija</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is considered the Culinary Capital of the Philippines?

    <p>Pampanga</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What area is known as the Heart of the Philippines?

    <p>Marinduque</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which city is called the First Queen City of the South?

    <p>Iloilo City</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What nickname refers to Dumaguete?

    <p>Gentle People</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does Cagayan de Oro signify?

    <p>Golden Friendship</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which city is known for the Stars & New Horizons?

    <p>Quezon City</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which city is referred to as the Ever Distinguished and Loyal City?

    <p>Manila</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the nickname of General Santos City?

    <p>Tuna Capital</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does Negros Occidental refer to?

    <p>Sugarbowl</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the Marble Capital of the Philippines?

    <p>Romblon</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which province is dubbed the Cradle of PH Arts?

    <p>Rizal</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which town is recognized as the Garments Capital?

    <p>Taytay, Rizal</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is known as the Pilgrimage Capital / City in the Sky?

    <p>Antipolo</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which province is called the Surfing Capital of the North?

    <p>La Union</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does Biliran signify?

    <p>Shipyard of Antiquity</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the nickname of Camiguin?

    <p>Island Born of Fire</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which area is known as the Island of Fire?

    <p>Siquijor</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What city is referred to as the Shoe Capital?

    <p>Marikina</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does Cebu signify?

    <p>Getaway to a Thousand Journeys</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which province is known as the Melting Pot?

    <p>Tarlac</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which province is designated as the History Hub of Central Luzon?

    <p>Bataan</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the nickname for Guimaras?

    <p>Mango Capital</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does Muntinlupa refer to?

    <p>Emerald City</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does Taguig signify?

    <p>Probinsyudad</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the Nudibranch Capital of the Philippines?

    <p>Anilao, Batangas</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What city is called the Beach Capital?

    <p>Boracay, Aklan</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which province is known for the True Insulars?

    <p>Batanes</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which area is known as the Forest Heartland of Cagayan?

    <p>Quirino</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is Aurora also known as?

    <p>Golden Sunrise</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which city is referred to as the Twin-City Province?

    <p>Zamboanga del Norte</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the nickname of Bukidnon?

    <p>Pineapple Capital</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What area is referred to as the Howling Wind?

    <p>Catanduanes</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is known as the Music Capital?

    <p>Tagum City</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does Bacolod signify?

    <p>City of Smiles</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What area is known as the Vibrant City?

    <p>Valenzuela</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does Lucena, Quezon signify?

    <p>Biofuel and Cocopalm City</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the Caving Capital of the Philippines?

    <p>Mabinat, Negros Oriental</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the nickname of Davao del Norte?

    <p>Durian and Banana Capital</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What city is known as the Summer Capital?

    <p>Baguio</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which city is known as the Lantern Capital?

    <p>San Fernando, Pampanga</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is known as the Christmas Symbols Capital?

    <p>Misamis Occidental</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What area is referred to as the Salad Bowl?

    <p>Benguet</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is known as the Whitewater Rafting Capital?

    <p>Cagayan de Oro</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which area is recognized as the Watershed Haven?

    <p>Nueva Vizcaya</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the nickname of Vigan?

    <p>Heritage City</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does Tacloban signify?

    <p>Getaway to Eastern Visayas</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which city is called the City of Peace & Friendship?

    <p>Tagbilaran</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What city is known as the Bangus Capital?

    <p>Dagupan</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is La Trinidad known for?

    <p>Strawberry &amp; Rose Capital</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What area is called Kasanggayahan?

    <p>Sorsogon</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is Donsol, Sorsogon famous for?

    <p>Whale Shark Capital</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does Dinagat Island signify?

    <p>Mystical Island</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is recognized as the Fruit Basket of the PH?

    <p>Davao</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which city is known as the King City of the South?

    <p>Davao</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What area is recognized as the Most Romantic Place?

    <p>Lingayen</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What city is known as the Shrine City?

    <p>Dapitan City</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which city is referred to as Little Hongkong?

    <p>Pagadian City</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What area is known as the Land of Beauty and Bounty?

    <p>Lanao del Norte</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which area is recognized as the Venice of the South?

    <p>Sitangkai, Tawi-Tawi</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What city is called the City of Majestic Waterfalls?

    <p>Iligan</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is referred to as the City of Fun and Adventure?

    <p>Legazpi</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does Dipolog signify?

    <p>Orchid City</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What city is known as the City of Good Life?

    <p>Oroquieta</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is South Cotabato known as?

    <p>Dreamweavers</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What area is referred to as Heaven on Earth?

    <p>El Nido, Palawan</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does Zamboanga City signify?

    <p>Asia's Latin City/ Sardines Capital / City of Flowers</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Cities and Municipalities of the Philippines - Nicknames and Titles

    • Aklan is recognized as the Oldest Province in the Philippines.
    • Cebu City holds the title of the Oldest City in the country.
    • Davao is the Largest City, also often noted for its diverse culture and economic significance.
    • Palawan carries the distinction of being the Largest Province in terms of area.
    • Nueva Ecija is known as the Rice Granary of the Philippines, contributing significantly to the national rice supply.
    • Pampanga is celebrated as the Culinary Capital, famous for its rich gastronomic heritage.
    • Marinduque is referred to as the Heart of the Philippines, emphasizing its geographical importance.
    • Iloilo City is known as the First Queen City of the South, recognizing its historical and cultural importance.
    • Dumaguete is called the City of Gentle People, capturing the amiable nature of its residents.
    • Cagayan de Oro is recognized as the Golden Friendship City, symbolizing hospitality and warmth.
    • Quezon City represents Stars & New Horizons, known for its modern development and urbanization.
    • Manila is often referred to as the Ever Distinguished and Loyal City, reflecting its rich history.
    • General Santos City is recognized as the Tuna Capital, reflecting its thriving fishing industry.
    • Negros Occidental is known as the Sugarbowl due to its significant sugarcane production.
    • Romblon is the Marble Capital, famous for its marble quarrying and production.
    • Rizal is considered the Cradle of Philippine Arts, showcasing its artistic contributions.
    • Angono boasts the title of Arts Capital, known for its vibrant art scene and local artists.
    • Taytay, Rizal is the Garments Capital, noted for its garment manufacturing industry.
    • Antipolo is known as the Pilgrimage Capital and City in the Sky, appealing to spiritual tourism.
    • La Union is recognized as the Surfing Capital of the North, attracting enthusiasts from different regions.
    • Biliran is referred to as the Shipyard of Antiquity, highlighting its maritime tradition.
    • Camiguin is called the Island Born of Fire, due to its volcanic origins.
    • Siquijor is known as the Island of Fire, often linked to mystical folklore.
    • Marikina is recognized as the Shoe Capital, leading in shoe manufacturing.
    • Cebu is termed Getaway to a Thousand Journeys, popular for its travel and tourism options.
    • Tarlac is recognized as the Melting Pot, reflective of its diverse culture.
    • Bataan is the History Hub of Central Luzon, known for its historical significance in World War II.
    • Guimaras holds the title of Mango Capital, renowned for its sweet mangoes.
    • Muntinlupa is referred to as the Emerald City, signifying its lush landscapes.
    • Taguig is known as Probinsyudad, denoting its blend of urban and provincial characteristics.
    • Anilao, Batangas is labeled as the Nudibranch Capital, popular for diving and marine biodiversity.
    • Boracay, Aklan is recognized as the Beach Capital, famous for its stunning beaches.
    • Batanes is called True Insulars, representing its unique culture and geography.
    • Quirino is known as the Forest Heartland of Cagayan, highlighting its natural beauty.
    • Aurora is celebrated as the Golden Sunrise, known for its picturesque sunrises.
    • Zamboanga del Norte is dubbed the Twin-City Province, referring to its multiple urban centers.
    • Bukidnon is recognized as the Pineapple Capital, prominent in pineapple farming.
    • Catanduanes is associated with Howling Wind, reflecting its weather patterns.
    • Tagum City is known as the Music Capital, showcasing its vibrant music scene.
    • Bacolod is celebrated as the City of Smiles, famous for its friendly locals and festivals.
    • Valenzuela wears the title of Vibrant City, indicative of its rapid urban development.
    • Lucena, Quezon is recognized as the Biofuel and Cocopalm City due to its agricultural innovations.
    • Mabinat, Negros Oriental claims the title of Caving Capital, known for its extensive cave systems.
    • Davao del Norte is acknowledged as the Durian and Banana Capital due to its thriving fruit industry.
    • Baguio is celebrated as the Summer Capital, popular for its cool climate and summer festivals.
    • San Fernando, Pampanga is known as the Lantern Capital, recognized for its intricate lantern designs, especially for Christmas.
    • Misamis Occidental is the Christmas Symbols Capital, known for its festive spirit.
    • Benguet is recognized as the Salad Bowl of the Philippines, highlighting its vegetable production.
    • Cagayan de Oro is also noted as the Whitewater Rafting Capital, attracting adventure seekers for river activities.
    • Nueva Vizcaya is known as the Watershed Haven, important for its water resources.
    • Vigan is hailed as a Heritage City, famous for its preserved Spanish colonial architecture.
    • Tacloban is known as the Getaway to Eastern Visayas, popular for its accessibility to nearby attractions.
    • Tagbilaran is the City of Peace & Friendship, reflecting its welcoming nature.
    • Dagupan is known as the Bangus Capital, famous for its milkfish (bangus) production.
    • La Trinidad is recognized as the Strawberry & Rose Capital, significant for its agricultural produce.
    • Sorsogon carries the name Kasanggayahan, reflecting its cultural significance.
    • Donsol, Sorsogon is known as the Whale Shark Capital, attracting eco-tourists.
    • Dinagat Island is referred to as the Mystical Island, noted for its natural wonders and folklore.
    • Davao is also termed the Fruit Basket of the Philippines, due to its agricultural diversity.
    • Davao holds the title of King City of the South, reflecting its leadership role in Mindanao.
    • Lingayen is known for being the Most Romantic Place, celebrated for its scenic beauty.
    • Dapitan City is recognized as the Shrine City, reflecting its historical importance related to Dr. Jose Rizal.
    • Pagadian City is referred to as Little Hongkong, known for its unique terrain and architecture.
    • Lanao del Norte is celebrated as the Land of Beauty and Bounty, highlighting its natural and cultural wealth.
    • Sitangkai, Tawi-Tawi is known as the Venice of the South for its waterways and aquatic lifestyle.
    • Iligan is recognized as the City of Majestic Waterfalls, home to various stunning waterfalls.
    • Legazpi is celebrated as the City of Fun and Adventure, known for its tourism activities.
    • Dipolog is referred to as the Orchid City, showcasing its diverse floral offerings.
    • Oroquieta is recognized as the City of Good Life, noted for its quality of living.
    • South Cotabato is celebrated for its Dreamweavers, highlighting its rich handicraft industry.
    • El Nido, Palawan is hailed as Heaven on Earth, known for its breathtaking landscapes and biodiversity.
    • Zamboanga City carries multiple titles including Asia's Latin City, Sardines Capital, and City of Flowers, reflecting its vibrant culture and economy.

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