Silay

The sugar-producing coastal city extends along the Guimaras Strait, featuring numerous historical mansions and a commercial port for regional trade.

The settlement, established in 1565 as Carobcob, developed into a prosperous sugar-producing center after the construction of the Horno Economico sugar mill in 1846.

The San Diego Pro-Cathedral and heritage houses now serve as museums, demonstrating the architectural styles from the Philippine sugar industry golden era.

Bacolod-Silay International Airport connects the region to major Philippine cities, while the coastal highway facilitates transportation throughout Negros Island.

The city conducted the first local government referendum in Philippine history through a People's Initiative, approving the 2003 annual executive budget.

Location: Negros Occidental

Elevation above the sea: 57 m

Shares border with: Talisay, Enrique B. Magalona

Website: http://silaycity.gov.ph

GPS coordinates: 10.80000,122.96667

Latest update: May 27, 2025 08:52