Bayombong

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Geographical Address

Public Address
Bayombong, Nueva Vizcaya
Postal Code
3700
latitude
16.48
longitude
121.15
Area
136.00 km2
Founded
12 June 1739
Division
Luzon
Region
II

Bayombong, officially the Municipality of Bayombong (GaddangIli na BayombongIlokanoIli ti BayombongFilipinoBayan ng Bayombong), is a 1st class municipality and capital of the province of Nueva VizcayaPhilippines. According to the 2015 census, it has a population of 61,512 people.[3]

Bayombong is the seat of the Provincial Capitol of Nueva Vizcaya. The name Bayombong emanated from the Gaddang word “Bayongyong” which means confluence of two or more rivers. It has been reported that a certain tribe arrived and tried to invade the place, which caused the outbreak of the first tribal war in the area. The site was renamed “Bayumbung” as a sign of the Gaddangs' first victory in fighting for their private domains.

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