Provinces of the Philippines

The province (Filipino: lalawigan or probinsya) is the primary local government unit in the Philippines. The country is divided into 79 provinces, which are grouped into 17 regions (rehiyon). Provinces are subdivided into cities (lungsod) and municipalities (bayan). The provincial government is headed by a governor (gobernador).

Related Topics:
Filipino - Philippines - Regions - Cities - Municipalities

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For purposes of legislative representation, the province is divided into one or more congressional districts (distrito). Each city or municipality belongs to one of these districts. One congressman (kinatawan) represents each district in the House of Representatives. Every district also has board members in the Provincial Board (see the succeeding section on the Provincial Government).

Related Topics:
Congressional district - Congressman

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The National Capital Region, which includes the capital city Manila, is not divided into provinces.

Related Topics:
National Capital Region - Manila

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