Aurora, Central Luzon

Central Luzon · Province

Aurora Province

Aurora is a coastal province on the Pacific coast of central Luzon, named after Aurora Quezon, wife of Commonwealth President Manuel Quezon. Baler serves as the provincial capital and is known internationally as the birthplace of Philippine surfing, with Sabang Beach featured in the film Apocalypse Now.

PSGC 0300100000 Region III 8 Cities & Municipalities
8 Cities & Munis
109 Barangays
183,627 Population
63 Listings
2,848 Businesses
Philippines Central Luzon Aurora
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Aurora is a province in Central Luzon, Philippines, made up of 8 cities and municipalities and 109 barangays with a combined 2020 census population of 183,627. It is registered under the Philippine Standard Geographic Code system with code 0300100000. This directory documents 5 attractions, 1 festivals, 0 restaurants, 30 places to stay, and 2,848 verified businesses across Aurora.

About Aurora

Aurora is a coastal province on the Pacific coast of central Luzon, named after Aurora Quezon, wife of Commonwealth President Manuel Quezon. Baler serves as the provincial capital and is known internationally as the birthplace of Philippine surfing, with Sabang Beach featured in the film Apocalypse Now. The province is accessible via the Baler Airport and the scenic mountain road through the Sierra Madre. Aurora is known for the Diguisit Rock Formation, Dicasalarin Cove, Ermita Hill, and the rich marine biodiversity of Casiguran Sound. The province is largely covered by the Northern Sierra Madre Natural Park, one of the largest protected areas in the Philippines.

Aurora is a province in Central Luzon, Philippines. It is composed of 8 cities and municipalities covering a total of 109 barangays. The province is administered under the Philippine Standard Geographic Code (PSGC) system maintained by the Philippine Statistics Authority.

This directory covers 5 attractions including 5 beaches, 1 festivals, 30 hotels and accommodations, 0 restaurants, 27 local dishes, and 0 activities across Aurora.

Beyond travel, azifind also lists 2,848 verified businesses based in Aurora, spanning hotels, restaurants, retail, and professional service providers.

Local Directory

Aurora Business & Tourism Directory

Province-wide listings across 8 cities and municipalities, covering 109 barangays.

5 Attractions
1 Festivals
30 Hotels
0 Restaurants
2,848 Businesses
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Category Top Listing Total
Attractions Sabang Beach 5
Beaches Sabang Beach 5
Festivals Suman Festival 1
Activities No listings yet 0
Hotels Costa Pacifica Resort 30
Restaurants No listings yet 0
Rentals No listings yet 0
Local Food Pako Salad 27
Businesses Maxicare Primary Care Clinic - Eton Cent... 2,848

Top Cities & Municipalities

Most active destinations in Aurora based on total directory listings.

Baler

Barangays 13
Hotels 18
Dishes 7
Attractions 2
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Dingalan

Barangays 11
Hotels 7
Dishes 4
Attractions 1
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Dipaculao

Barangays 25
Dishes 4
Hotels 2
Attractions 1
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Administrative Index

All Cities & Municipalities of Aurora

Complete index with types, barangay counts, population, and directory listings.

City / Municipality Type Barangays Population Listings
Baler Municipality 13 44,684 28
Casiguran Municipality 0 - -
Dilasag Municipality 11 17,536 5
Dinalungan Municipality 9 12,552 6
Dingalan Municipality 11 29,286 12
Dipaculao Municipality 25 33,597 7
Maria Aurora Municipality 40 45,972 5
San Luis Municipality 0 - -
Province Total 109 183,627 63

Browse Municipal Directories

Select a city or municipality to explore its complete directory of attractions, festivals, food, hotels, and barangays.

B

Municipality · Pop. 44,684

Baler is a 1st-class Municipality in the province of Aurora, Central Luzon (Region III), Philippines. Based on 2024 PSA data, it has a population of 44,684 residents.

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D

Municipality · Pop. 17,536

Dilasag is a 2nd-class Municipality in the province of Aurora, Central Luzon (Region III), Philippines. Based on 2024 PSA data, it has a population of 17,536 residents.

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D

Municipality · Pop. 12,552

Dinalungan is a 3rd-class Municipality in the province of Aurora, Central Luzon (Region III), Philippines. Based on 2024 PSA data, it has a population of 12,552 residents.

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D

Municipality · Pop. 29,286

Dingalan is a 2nd-class Municipality in the province of Aurora, Central Luzon (Region III), Philippines. Based on 2024 PSA data, it has a population of 29,286 residents.

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D

Municipality · Pop. 33,597

Dipaculao is a 1st-class Municipality in the province of Aurora, Central Luzon (Region III), Philippines. Based on 2024 PSA data, it has a population of 33,597 residents.

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M

Municipality · Pop. 45,972

Maria Aurora is a 1st-class Municipality in the province of Aurora, Central Luzon (Region III), Philippines. Based on 2024 PSA data, it has a population of 45,972 residents.

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Local Directory

Businesses & Services in Aurora

Verified hotels, restaurants, tour operators, and professional service providers based in Aurora, searchable by category and city.

2,848 Businesses Listed

Planning a Trip Across Aurora

Best Time to Visit

The Philippine dry season, roughly November to May, is generally the most comfortable window for travel across Aurora. Check local weather for each city or municipality before finalizing an itinerary.

Getting Around

Buses and shared vans typically connect the 8 cities and municipalities of Aurora, with tricycles and jeepneys handling shorter trips between barangays within each town.

Where to Base Yourself

Baler is among the most active destinations in Aurora by directory listings, making it a practical base for exploring nearby cities and municipalities.

What to Explore

Aurora has 5 documented attractions, including 5 beaches and 1 festivals across its cities and municipalities. Open a city directory for the full list.

Local Food

The province documents 27 local dishes alongside 0 restaurants, reflecting the distinct cuisine of Aurora.

About Aurora in the Philippine Administrative System

Aurora is a component province of Central Luzon under the Philippine Standard Geographic Code (PSGC) classification system maintained by the Philippine Statistics Authority. Provinces serve as the primary political subdivisions of the Philippines, each governed by an elected governor and a provincial board.

The 8 cities and municipalities of Aurora collectively cover 109 barangays, the smallest administrative units in the country. Each barangay is governed by an elected Punong Barangay and barangay council responsible for community-level services, dispute resolution, and local peace and order.

People Also Ask About Aurora

How many cities and municipalities are in Aurora?

Aurora has 8 cities and municipalities, comprising 0 cities and 8 municipalities, with a total of 109 barangays.

What is the capital of Aurora?

The provincial capital of Aurora is the seat of the provincial government. Browse the cities and municipalities index to explore the province's administrative centers.

What are the top attractions in Aurora?

Aurora has 5 documented attractions across its 8 cities and municipalities, including 5 beaches. Browse individual city directories to explore specific destinations.

What festivals are held in Aurora?

Aurora hosts 1 documented festivals across its cities and municipalities, ranging from religious fiestas honoring patron saints to cultural and harvest festivals unique to specific communities within the province.

What is Aurora known for?

Aurora is a province in Central Luzon, Philippines. It is known for its 8 cities and municipalities, 5 tourist attractions, and a distinct local culture and cuisine that includes 27 documented local dishes.

Where is Aurora located?

Aurora is located in Central Luzon, Philippines. It is classified under the Philippine Standard Geographic Code system with code 0300100000, and forms part of the administrative structure of the national government.

Are there businesses and service providers listed in Aurora?

Yes, azifind lists 2,848 verified businesses based in Aurora, covering hotels, restaurants, retail, healthcare, financial services, and other professional service providers, searchable by category and city.

Geographic and administrative data for Aurora follows the Philippine Statistics Authority PSGC 1Q 2026 release. Population figures reference the 2020 Census of Population and Housing. About azifind.com →