San Carlos, Component city in Negros Occidental, Philippines
San Carlos is a city in Negros Occidental that stretches across coastal areas and borders the Tañon Strait. Its natural deep harbor serves as an important facility for maritime trade and passenger routes.
Originally named Nabingkalan after a Negrito chief's daughter, the settlement gained pueblo status during Spanish colonial rule in 1856. This transformation marked its development from a small community into a more organized town.
Sugar cane farming shapes daily life here, with harvest seasons and agricultural traditions visible throughout the community and reflected in local celebrations.
The deep harbor makes it easy to reach by boat, with regular connections to Cebu and nearby areas. Being a coastal city means visitors can easily navigate between water routes and land transport.
The city is home to one of the largest solar power plants in the country, and you can see the vast array of panels spanning the landscape. This modern facility stands in sharp contrast to the traditional farming that surrounds it.
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