Negros Oriental

Negros Oriental covers the southeastern section of Negros Island and includes 557 barangays spread across 19 municipalities and 6 cities. The territory ranges from coastal plains to forested mountain areas inland, with many settlements located along the main highways.

The Spanish colonial administration split Negros Island into two provinces in 1890 and designated Dumaguete as the permanent capital for the eastern section. This decision shaped the administrative structure of the region into the present day.

Residents speak mainly Cebuano and occasionally switch to Hiligaynon depending on the locality, reflecting the linguistic diversity of the area. Many communities hold local celebrations where dance and music play a central role in daily life.

A network of paved roads connects most towns, and Sibulan Airport offers flights to larger cities across the country. Several ports provide ferry links to neighboring islands, allowing travelers to move between different regions.

The Buglasan Festival in October gathers all municipalities and cities to showcase their local products through exhibitions and performances. Visitors experience the regional diversity in concentrated form at a single location.

Inception: January 1, 1890

Capital city: Dumaguete

Shares border with: Negros Occidental, Siquijor, Zamboanga del Norte

Website: http://negor.gov.ph

GPS coordinates: 10.05000,123.11667

Latest update: December 4, 2025 23:03