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Matnog is a municipality in Sorsogon, Bicol Region, made up of 40 barangays with a 2020 census population of 42,444. It is registered under PSGC code 0506212000 and uses ZIP code 4708. This directory documents 25 attractions, 24 restaurants, 0 places to stay, and 53 verified businesses in Matnog.
About Matnog
Matnog is a municipality in the province of Sorsogon, Bicol Region, Philippines. It is governed as a Local Government Unit (LGU) under the administrative framework of the Philippine government.
The municipality is home to 40 barangays@if($city->population) and has a recorded population of 42,444 based on the 2020 Census of Population and Housing@endif. It is registered under the Philippine Standard Geographic Code (PSGC) with code 0506212000, and carries the PhilPost ZIP code 4708.
Visitors and residents can explore 25 attractions including 3 beaches, 24 restaurants, 0 accommodations, 0 festivals, 3 local dishes, and other places throughout Matnog.
azifind also lists 53 verified businesses based in Matnog, from hotels and restaurants to professional and business service providers.
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Geographic Facts
Key administrative and demographic data for Matnog.
Municipality
Classification
Sorsogon
Province
Bicol Region
Region
42,444
Population
40
Barangays
4708
Postal Code
Location and Geography
Matnog is located in Sorsogon within the Bicol Region of the Philippines. The municipality includes 40 barangays.
Matnog has documented coastal areas, with 3 beaches recorded in this directory. Coastal barangays support activities such as fishing, beach tourism, and marine recreation.
Matnog sits alongside other cities and municipalities of Sorsogon, including Barcelona, Bulan, Bulusan, Casiguran.
Best Places to Visit in Matnog
Matnog has 25 documented attractions in this directory, including 3 recorded beaches. The listings below span natural landmarks, heritage sites, and points of interest across the municipality's 40 barangays in Sorsogon, with a full index linked at the end of the section.
Tikling Island
Matnog, Sorsogon
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Local Food in Matnog
Culinary specialties documented in Matnog and Sorsogon.
Bicol Express (Sorsogon Style)
Distinguished by the use of "Balaw" (fermented tiny shrimp) instead of just bagoong, providing a deeper, more complex umami kick.
Ginataang Kuhol
Large rice-field snails simmered in spicy coconut milk, often cooked with a generous amount of siling labuyo for a slow-building heat.
Fried Curacha
Located at the jump-off point to Samar, Matnog is famous for serving this spanner crab fried until the shell is crisp and the meat is succulent.
Restaurants in Matnog
24 places to eat are listed across Matnog, from casual local eateries to full-service dining, complementing the 3 documented local dishes above. Use the listings to find restaurants by type and price range before you visit Sorsogon.
Flavors Resto
H3PP+52Q, Matnog, Sorsogon
Biegler Restaurang
H3MM+6Q6, Matnog, Sorsogon
JMJ wok food express
H3WG+XRQ, Maharlika Hwy, Matnog, Sorsogon
THREEFUL HAPPINESS EATERY UNLI RICE
J339+G7H, Matnog, Sorsogon
HAZEL THOMPSON EATERY
Maharlika Hwy, Matnog, 4708 Sorsogon
Nectar's Diner
134 Barangay, Matnog, 4708 Sorsogon
M&N eatery
BARANGAY, Matnog, 4708 Sorsogon
Ctg matnog
H3PP+78X, 1, Matnog, Sorsogon
Joy's resto & bar
H3MP+R39, Matnog, Sorsogon
Barangays in Matnog
Matnog is divided into 40 barangays under PSGC code 0506212000.
Balocawe
0506212001
Banogao
0506212002
Banuangdaan
0506212003
Bariis
0506212004
Bolo
0506212005
Bon-Ot Big
0506212006
Bon-Ot Small
0506212007
Cabagahan
0506212008
Calayuan
0506212010
Calintaan
0506212011
Caloocan
0506212012
Calpi
0506212013
Camachiles
0506212014
Camcaman
0506212015
Coron-coron
0506212016
Culasi
0506212017
Gadgaron
0506212018
Genablan Occidental
0506212020
Genablan Oriental
0506212021
Hidhid
0506212022
Laboy
0506212023
Lajong
0506212025
Mambajog
0506212026
Manjunlad
0506212028
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Travel Tips for Matnog
Best Time to Visit
The Philippine dry season, roughly November to May, is generally the most comfortable window for travel. Check local weather before planning a trip to Matnog.
Getting Around
Tricycles and local transport are common for short trips between barangays.
What to Explore
Matnog has 25 documented attractions, including coastal spots. Browse the places section above for the full list.
Where to Eat
24 restaurants and food spots are listed, alongside 3 documented local dishes.
Coastal Note
For coastal activities, check local weather and sea conditions before heading out.
Matnog in the Philippine Administrative System
Matnog is classified as a municipality under the Philippine Standard Geographic Code (PSGC) system, assigned the identifier 0506212000. This code is used by national agencies including the Philippine Statistics Authority, the Commission on Elections, and the Department of the Interior and Local Government for census reporting, electoral mapping, and administrative tracking.
As a Local Government Unit (LGU), Matnog is governed by an elected mayor and a Sangguniang Bayan or Sangguniang Panlungsod responsible for local ordinances, the annual budget, and local services. The LGU is composed of 40 barangays, each led by an elected Punong Barangay.
Matnog is one of the cities and municipalities forming the province of Sorsogon in Bicol Region.
People Also Ask About Matnog
What is Matnog known for?
Matnog is a municipality in Sorsogon, Bicol Region. It is documented with 25 attractions, 0 festivals, 3 local dishes, and 53 verified businesses in this directory.
Where is Matnog located?
Matnog is located in Sorsogon, Bicol Region, Philippines. Its PSGC code is 0506212000.
How many barangays does Matnog have?
Matnog has 40 barangays, each governed by an elected Punong Barangay and barangay council.
What are the best places to visit in Matnog?
Notable attractions include Subic Pink Beach, Tikling Island, Calintaan Wishing Cave. Browse the places section for all 25 listings.
What food is Matnog known for?
Documented local dishes include Bicol Express (Sorsogon Style), Ginataang Kuhol, Fried Curacha.
What is the population of Matnog?
Based on the 2020 Census of Population and Housing, Matnog has a recorded population of 42,444.
What is the ZIP code of Matnog?
The PhilPost ZIP code of Matnog is 4708.
What cities or municipalities are near Matnog?
Nearby localities in Sorsogon include Barcelona, Bulan, Bulusan, Casiguran.
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