Pinakbet (Zambales-style)
Often uses fresh seafood like shrimp or bangus (milkfish) instead of just meat, highlighting the coastal influence.
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Candelaria is a municipality in Quezon, CALABARZON, made up of 41 barangays with a 2020 census population of 137,933. It is registered under PSGC code 0405608000 and uses ZIP code 4323. This directory documents 0 attractions, 0 restaurants, 2 places to stay, and 3 verified businesses in Candelaria.
About Candelaria
Candelaria is a municipality in the province of Quezon, CALABARZON, Philippines. It is governed as a Local Government Unit (LGU) under the administrative framework of the Philippine government.
The municipality is home to 41 barangays@if($city->population) and has a recorded population of 137,933 based on the 2020 Census of Population and Housing@endif. It is registered under the Philippine Standard Geographic Code (PSGC) with code 0405608000, and carries the PhilPost ZIP code 4323.
Visitors and residents can explore 0 attractions, 0 restaurants, 2 accommodations, 0 festivals, 3 local dishes, and other places throughout Candelaria.
azifind also lists 3 verified businesses based in Candelaria, from hotels and restaurants to professional and business service providers.
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Geographic Facts
Key administrative and demographic data for Candelaria.
Municipality
Classification
Quezon
Province
CALABARZON
Region
137,933
Population
41
Barangays
4323
Postal Code
Location and Geography
Candelaria is located in Quezon within the CALABARZON of the Philippines. The municipality includes 41 barangays.
Candelaria sits alongside other cities and municipalities of Quezon, including Agdangan, Alabat, Atimonan, Buenavista.
Festivals and Events in Candelaria
0 recorded festivals and events in Candelaria.
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Local Food in Candelaria
Culinary specialties documented in Candelaria and Quezon.
Sinigang na Isda sa Mangga
A unique souring method where instead of sampalok (tamarind), local green mangoes are used to give the soup a distinct, sharp fruity acidity.
Kakanin
Various sticky rice cakes made with coconut and brown sugar, often served as snacks during town festivities.
Where to Stay in Candelaria
2 hotels, resorts, inns, and guesthouses are documented in Candelaria. Compare accommodation types and price ranges to plan an overnight stay in Quezon.
Potipot Gateway Resort
Dawal Beach Resort
Barangays in Candelaria
Candelaria is divided into 41 barangays under PSGC code 0405608000.
Babancal
0307103001
Binabalian
0307103002
Buenavista East
0405608002
Buenavista West
0405608003
Bukal Norte
0405608004
Bukal Sur
0405608005
Catol
0307103003
Dampay
0307103004
Kinatihan I
0405608006
Kinatihan II
0405608007
Lauis
0307103005
Libertador
0307103006
Malabanban Norte
0405608008
Malabanban Sur
0405608009
Malabon
0307103007
Malimanga
0307103008
Mangilag Norte
0405608010
Mangilag Sur
0405608011
Masalukot I
0405608012
Masalukot II
0405608013
Masalukot III
0405608014
Masalukot IV
0405608015
Masalukot V
0405608026
Masin Norte
0405608016
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Travel Tips for Candelaria
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 Candelaria.
Getting Around
Tricycles and local transport are common for short trips between barangays.
Where to Stay
2 accommodations are available, from hotels to guesthouses.
Candelaria in the Philippine Administrative System
Candelaria is classified as a municipality under the Philippine Standard Geographic Code (PSGC) system, assigned the identifier 0405608000. 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), Candelaria 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 41 barangays, each led by an elected Punong Barangay.
Candelaria is one of the cities and municipalities forming the province of Quezon in CALABARZON.
People Also Ask About Candelaria
What is Candelaria known for?
Candelaria is a municipality in Quezon, CALABARZON. It is documented with 0 attractions, 0 festivals, 3 local dishes, and 3 verified businesses in this directory.
Where is Candelaria located?
Candelaria is located in Quezon, CALABARZON, Philippines. Its PSGC code is 0405608000.
How many barangays does Candelaria have?
Candelaria has 41 barangays, each governed by an elected Punong Barangay and barangay council.
What food is Candelaria known for?
Documented local dishes include Pinakbet (Zambales-style), Sinigang na Isda sa Mangga, Kakanin.
What is the population of Candelaria?
Based on the 2020 Census of Population and Housing, Candelaria has a recorded population of 137,933.
What is the ZIP code of Candelaria?
The PhilPost ZIP code of Candelaria is 4323.
What cities or municipalities are near Candelaria?
Nearby localities in Quezon include Agdangan, Alabat, Atimonan, Buenavista.
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Administrative and geographic data for Candelaria follows the Philippine Statistics Authority PSGC 1Q 2026 release. Population figures reference the 2020 Census of Population and Housing. Business and place listings are sourced from publicly available data. About azifind.com →