Samar, Administrative province in Eastern Visayas, Philippines
The province of Samar extends over 6,048 square kilometers and includes multiple islands surrounded by the waters of the Samar Sea.
The region underwent significant administrative changes in 1965 when it split into three separate provinces: Northern Samar, Eastern Samar, and Samar proper.
The Waray-Waray language forms the primary means of communication among residents, reflecting the distinct regional identity of the Eastern Visayas population.
Travelers reach Samar through regular flights to Calbayog Airport or ferries connecting the province to neighboring islands in the Philippine archipelago.
The territory contains numerous unexplored cave systems, leading to its designation as the main caving destination in the Philippine archipelago.
Location: Eastern Visayas
Inception: June 19, 1965
Capital city: Catbalogan
Shares border with: Masbate
Address: Samar, Philippines 6700–6725
Website: https://samar.lgu-ph.com
GPS coordinates: 11.83333,125.00000
Latest update: May 27, 2025 20:41
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