Tabaco

Tabaco is a component city on the coast of Albay province with neighborhoods spreading across flat terrain and a busy urban core. The waterfront location defines its layout, with residential areas and commercial zones distributed throughout distinct districts.

Spanish missionaries established the first Catholic settlement in the late 1500s and built a stone church in the early 1600s to support their mission. These early foundations shaped how the community developed over the following centuries.

The Church of San Juan Bautista shapes the city center and reflects how deeply religion remains part of daily life for residents. Visitors notice the church draws both locals and travelers seeking connection to spiritual traditions.

The seaport is the main arrival point for visitors traveling by boat and connects to other towns across the region. Travelers can use the waterfront as a reference point to navigate the different neighborhoods.

The tradition of bolo knife making remains active in local workshops, where skilled craftsmen continue producing these tools using time-honored methods. The craft connects past metalworking knowledge with current agricultural and household needs.

Location: Albay

Inception: 1731

Elevation above the sea: 168 m

Shares border with: Polangui, Malilipot

Website: https://tabacocity.com.ph

GPS coordinates: 13.35000,123.73333

Latest update: December 20, 2025 00:31