Administrative Region · Region II

Cagayan Valley Local Directory

Cagayan Valley (Region II) is one of the Philippines' 17 administrative regions, spanning 5 provinces and 92 cities and municipalities. Browse 662 verified businesses, 36 attractions, 12 festivals, 290 local dishes across the region.

PSGC 0200000000 Luzon REGION CODE Region II
5 Provinces
92 LGUs
1,913 Barangays
662 Businesses
36 Attractions
Philippines Cagayan Valley
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Cagayan Valley (Region II) is an administrative region in the Philippines comprising 5 provinces and 92 cities and municipalities, and 1,913 barangays. It is registered under PSGC code 0200000000. This local directory documents 36 attractions, 12 festivals, 23 places to stay, 20 restaurants, and 662 verified businesses across the region.

Overview

Cagayan Valley (Region II) is one of the 17 administrative regions of the Philippines, within the Luzon island group. It groups 5 provinces and 92 cities and municipalities into a single administrative and statistical unit, together accounting for 1,913 barangays.

Its largest province by local government units is Isabela, which administers 36 cities and municipalities. On the travel side, Isabela carries the most documented attractions of any province in the region, with 25.

Altogether this directory documents 36 attractions, 12 festivals, 23 places to stay, 20 restaurants, and 290 local dishes, alongside 662 verified businesses.

Cagayan Valley (Region II) is the largest region in Luzon by land area, occupying the northeastern portion of the island. It consists of 5 provinces: Batanes, Cagayan, Isabela, Nueva Vizcaya, and Quirino, with the Cagayan River, the longest river in the Philippines, as its primary geographic feature. Tuguegarao City serves as the regional center. The region is known for the dramatic cliffs and stone houses of Batanes, the Callao Cave system in PeΓö£ΓûÆablanca, and extensive agricultural plains producing corn and tobacco. Batanes is frequently cited as one of the most isolated and scenic provinces in the Philippines.

Directory & Local Economy

The scale of what is mapped in Cagayan Valley, and the mix of local businesses.

Local Directory

Cagayan Valley by the Numbers

662 Businesses
36 Attractions
12 Festivals
23 Hotels
20 Restaurants
290 Local Dishes

azifind lists 662 verified businesses across Cagayan Valley, tied to the region's 92 cities and municipalities. The active mix spans categories such as Hotels & Accommodation, Healthcare & Clinics, Financial Services, Transportation & Rentals, Fuel & Gas Stations, searchable by city and by type.

Geography & Administrative Structure

How Cagayan Valley is organized across provinces, cities, and barangays.

Cagayan Valley (Region II) sits within Luzon and is subdivided into 5 provinces: Batanes, Cagayan, Isabela, Nueva Vizcaya, Quirino.

Below the provincial tier, 92 cities and municipalities administer 1,913 barangays, the smallest unit of local government. Isabela accounts for the largest share of local government units, at 36. Each province and city below links through to its own directory of attractions, festivals, places to stay, restaurants, and local food.

Provinces in Cagayan Valley

Province

Batanes

6 LGUs 5 Places 13 Businesses
Province

Cagayan

29 LGUs 6 Places 152 Businesses
Province

Isabela

36 LGUs 25 Places 378 Businesses
Province

Nueva Vizcaya

15 LGUs 0 Places 118 Businesses
Province

Quirino

6 LGUs 0 Places 1 Businesses

Governance & Official Record

Where the region sits in the national administrative system, and its statutory registry parameters.

Cagayan Valley is a coordinating administrative tier rather than a directly elected government. It organizes national planning, budgeting, and statistical reporting across its 5 provinces and 92 cities and municipalities. Day to day local governance is carried out by provincial governors, city and municipal mayors, and their respective legislative councils, the Sangguniang Panlalawigan and Sangguniang Panlungsod or Bayan. Administrative and geographic identifiers follow the Philippine Standard Geographic Code maintained by the Philippine Statistics Authority.

Official Registry

PSGC Statutory Data Sheet

Region Name Cagayan Valley
Region Code Region II
PSGC Code 0200000000
Island Group Luzon
Provinces 5
Cities / Municipalities 92
Barangays 1,913
Total Listings 381
Verified Businesses 662

Explore Cagayan Valley

Signature destinations and practical notes for getting around.

Best Places to Visit

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Beaches, mountains, heritage sites, and natural landmarks worth visiting across Cagayan Valley.

Palaui Island, Cagayan Eco-Tourism

Palaui Island

Cagayan

A remote island reserve with dramatic coastline and a historic lighthouse.

Callao Cave, Cagayan Cave

Callao Cave

Cagayan

A seven-chamber limestone cave with a natural chapel inside.

Batanes Islands, Batanes Island Province

Batanes Islands

Batanes

Rolling green hills, stone houses, and windswept cliffs facing the Pacific.

Magat Dam, Isabela Reservoir

Magat Dam

Isabela

One of the country's largest dams, set against a wide scenic reservoir.

Anguib Beach, Cagayan Beach

Anguib Beach

Cagayan

Fine white sand and turquoise water, often compared to Boracay.

Sierra Madre Viewpoints, Nueva Vizcaya / Isabela Mountain Range

Sierra Madre Viewpoints

Nueva Vizcaya / Isabela

Sweeping mountain vistas popular with road-trippers.

Travel & Planning Notes

Best Time to Visit

The dry months are generally the most reliable window for travel around Cagayan Valley. Coastal and upland areas can differ, so check local forecasts and any PAGASA advisories before you set out.

Getting Around

The region's 92 cities and municipalities are linked by regional roads and public transport. Rural and inter-island legs may rely on ferries, vans, or tricycles.

Sightseeing

Cagayan Valley carries 36 documented attractions across its provinces and municipalities, from heritage sites to natural landmarks.

Food & Dining

Sample regional cooking through 290 documented local dishes and 20 listed restaurants across the region.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Cagayan Valley known for?

Cagayan Valley (Region II) is an administrative region in the Philippines known for its local culture, historical landmarks, and economic centers. This directory tracks 36 attractions, 12 festivals, and 662 verified businesses in the region.

How many provinces and cities are in Cagayan Valley?

Cagayan Valley consists of 5 provinces and 92 cities and municipalities, spanning a total of 1,913 barangays.

Which is the largest province in Cagayan Valley?

By local government units, Isabela is the largest province in Cagayan Valley, with 36 cities and municipalities.

How many businesses are registered in Cagayan Valley?

azifind currently indexes 662 verified businesses in Cagayan Valley, ranging from hotels and dining spots to healthcare and professional services.

What is the PSGC code for Cagayan Valley?

The Philippine Standard Geographic Code (PSGC) for Cagayan Valley is 0200000000.

Notes & Data Sources

  • Administrative boundaries and identifiers follow the Philippine Statistics Authority PSGC standard.
  • Attraction, festival, accommodation, restaurant, and local dish listings are compiled and updated from verified local submissions.
  • Business records reflect 662 approved listings in Cagayan Valley at the time of the latest update.
  • Curated highlights are editorial selections intended as a starting point, not an exhaustive ranking.