Bontoc

Bontoc is a municipality situated at about 1,170 meters elevation on Luzon Island, with mountains surrounding it and the Chico River flowing through the area. The town functions as a regional administrative center for the Mountain Province.

The Philippine Commission established the town in 1908 as an administrative center, with Samuel Kane overseeing infrastructure development including a provincial building and transportation routes. This early organization shaped its role as a regional hub.

The Lang-ay Festival happens yearly, showcasing traditional music, dances, and ceremonies performed by members of the indigenous Bontoc community. You can observe how local artists keep their ancestral customs alive through these public celebrations.

The town is accessible by bus from Baguio City, with regular services departing from the Dangwa Terminal and Rising Sun station. Travel times can vary depending on weather conditions in the mountain region.

The Stone Agricultural Calendar and Alab petroglyphs are National Cultural Treasures featuring ancient carvings that document farming cycles. These artifacts give visitors insight into how ancestors understood the land and seasons.

Location: Mountain Province

Inception: 1908

Elevation above the sea: 1,173 m

Shares border with: Sadanga, Hungduan, Sabangan

Website: http://lgubontoc.gov.ph

GPS coordinates: 17.09000,120.97722

Latest update: December 20, 2025 02:51