Quirino, Mountainous province in Cagayan Valley, Philippines
Quirino is a province in Cagayan Valley characterized by mountainous terrain with the Sierra Madre forming its eastern and southern boundaries. The territory encompasses several municipalities connected by river systems and mountain passes.
The territory remained largely independent during Spanish colonial rule until 1972, when it separated from Nueva Vizcaya to become its own province. This division marked the beginning of its modern administrative history as an independent region.
The population speaks several languages, with Ilokano communities in the lowlands and Ifugao groups living throughout the highlands. This linguistic diversity shapes daily interactions and local customs across different municipalities.
Local transportation relies on buses, public utility jeepneys, and tricycles serving each municipality throughout the province. The mountainous landscape means travel between remote areas takes longer than on flat terrain.
Most of the region consists of mountainous forest, yet it ranks among the country's leading fruit and vegetable producers. This contrast between steep terrain and agricultural output makes it essential to the nation's food supply.
The community of curious travelers
AroundUs brings together thousands of curated places, local tips, and hidden gems, enriched daily by 60,000 contributors worldwide.
