Virac, municipality of the Philippines and capital of the province of Catanduanes
Virac is a municipality in Catanduanes province on the Philippines. The town sits on the eastern coast of the island and serves as the administrative center for the region with local government offices and commercial areas in the core district.
Virac was established as a municipality during the early colonial period of the Philippines. The town developed over centuries into a local center for the remote island province.
The town is most easily reached by ferry from the mainland or other islands, with ferry services varying based on weather conditions. Visitors should expect basic local infrastructure and rely on services found in the town center.
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