How to get to the city of Passi?

The City of Passi is situated on the heart of Panay and can be reached via the New Iloilo-Capiz Highway which starts from Iloilo City up to Roxas City, and goes all the way to Kalibo and Caticlan Jetty Port at Malay, Aklan. It is 50 kilometres (31 mi) from Iloilo City and 66 kilometres (41 mi) from Roxas City .

How far is Passi from Iloilo City?

It is 50 kilometres (31 mi) from Iloilo City and 66 kilometres (41 mi) from Roxas City . The City of Passi is clockwise surrounded by Dumarao in the north, San Rafael in the east, San Enrique in the southeast, Dueñas in the south, Calinog in the west and Bingawan in the northwest.

What is the history of Passi Philippines?

Historical Notes About Passi. Passi was the pre-war capital of Iloilo Province in January 1942 to April 16, 1942 until the landing of Japanese Occupation Force. Passi was made the quartermaster depot of United States Army Forces in the Far East (USAFFE) for the food of the army that resisted in Bataan through Capiz.

What is the oldest city in Iloilo?

Although its young distinction as a city, Passi is considered to be one of the oldest Spanish settlements in Iloilo. It was organized as a pueblo (community settlement of natives) in 1766 with Don Martin Saligumba as its first leader.

How many barangays are there in Passi City?

Passi City is politically subdivided into 51 barangays (38 rural barangays, 11 urban barangays, and 2 city proper barangays), which are grouped into four geographical districts. Barangays Poblacion Ilawod and Ilaya are the highly urbanized barangays of the city because the two compose the city proper area of Passi.

Why is Passi the first component city of Panay?

Because of its strategic location, Passi became a center for trade and commerce bringing more investment opportunities to the municipality. Its high income, high population growth, and a big area of land has finally bring into the limelight and recognized as the first component city in the Island of Panay.

When did Passi become a city in the Philippines?

Passi was converted into a city by the signing of R.A. 8469 on the 30th day of January, 1998 by the then President of the Philippines, Pres. Fidel V. Ramos. Passi was the pre-war capital of Iloilo Province in January 1942 to April 16, 1942, until the landing of Japanese Occupation Force.