Alfonso

Alfonso is a municipality in Cavite Province located in the southwestern part of the Philippines, situated on hilly terrain. The town comprises multiple barangays that together form a populated area with varied topography.

The area was originally called Alas-as, a name derived from the pandan trees that grew there and were used for building materials. It received its current name in honor of the Spanish king Alfonso XII.

The community blends traditional ways of living with modern influences, visible in how residents go about their daily lives. Local practices have been sustained over time while adapting to contemporary changes.

The town sits about 70 kilometers south of Manila and is accessible by public transport. The weather stays warm year-round, though the rainy season from June through October brings heavy downpours.

The original name Alas-as reflects the abundance of pandan trees that once shaped the landscape and served as an important resource for locals. This connection between place and nature is largely forgotten today, yet it reveals much about how communities shaped their environment.

Location: จังหวัดคาวีเต

Inception: 1870

Elevation above the sea: 356 m

Reference: 0402101000

Shares border with: Maragondon, Laurel, Mendez, Tagaytay

Website: http://alfonso.gov.ph

GPS coordinates: 14.13789,120.85518

Latest update: December 20, 2025 11:49