Binaung
A traditional dish of the Aeta indigenous community, consisting of meat or fish cooked in bamboo tubes over an open fire, preserving the natural juices.
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Botolan is a municipality in Zambales, Central Luzon, made up of 31 barangays with a 2020 census population of 70,340. It is registered under PSGC code 0307101000 and uses ZIP code 2202. This directory documents 0 attractions, 0 restaurants, 2 places to stay, and 16 verified businesses in Botolan.
About Botolan
Botolan is a municipality in the province of Zambales, Central Luzon, Philippines. It is governed as a Local Government Unit (LGU) under the administrative framework of the Philippine government.
The municipality is home to 31 barangays@if($city->population) and has a recorded population of 70,340 based on the 2020 Census of Population and Housing@endif. It is registered under the Philippine Standard Geographic Code (PSGC) with code 0307101000, and carries the PhilPost ZIP code 2202.
Visitors and residents can explore 0 attractions, 0 restaurants, 2 accommodations, 0 festivals, 4 local dishes, and other places throughout Botolan.
azifind also lists 16 verified businesses based in Botolan, from hotels and restaurants to professional and business service providers.
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Geographic Facts
Key administrative and demographic data for Botolan.
Municipality
Classification
Zambales
Province
Central Luzon
Region
70,340
Population
31
Barangays
2202
Postal Code
Location and Geography
Botolan is located in Zambales within the Central Luzon of the Philippines. The municipality includes 31 barangays.
Botolan sits alongside other cities and municipalities of Zambales, including Cabangan, Candelaria, Castillejos, Iba.
Festivals and Events in Botolan
0 recorded festivals and events in Botolan.
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Local Food in Botolan
Culinary specialties documented in Botolan and Zambales.
Pinakbet (Zambales-style)
Often uses fresh seafood like shrimp or bangus (milkfish) instead of just meat, highlighting the coastal influence.
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 Botolan
2 hotels, resorts, inns, and guesthouses are documented in Botolan. Compare accommodation types and price ranges to plan an overnight stay in Zambales.
Barangays in Botolan
Botolan is divided into 31 barangays under PSGC code 0307101000.
Bancal
0307101025
Bangan
0307101001
Batonlapoc
0307101003
Belbel
0307101026
Beneg
0307101004
Binoclutan
0307101027
Burgos
0307101028
Cabatuan
0307101029
Capayawan
0307101005
Carael
0307101006
Danacbunga
0307101007
Maguisguis
0307101008
Malomboy
0307101030
Mambog
0307101009
Moraza
0307101010
Nacolcol
0307101031
Owaog-Nebloc
0307101032
Paco
0307101011
Palis
0307101033
Panan
0307101013
Parel
0307101014
Paudpod
0307101015
Poonbato
0307101016
Porac
0307101017
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Travel Tips for Botolan
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 Botolan.
Getting Around
Tricycles and local transport are common for short trips between barangays.
Where to Stay
2 accommodations are available, from hotels to guesthouses.
Botolan in the Philippine Administrative System
Botolan is classified as a municipality under the Philippine Standard Geographic Code (PSGC) system, assigned the identifier 0307101000. 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), Botolan 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 31 barangays, each led by an elected Punong Barangay.
Botolan is one of the cities and municipalities forming the province of Zambales in Central Luzon.
People Also Ask About Botolan
What is Botolan known for?
Botolan is a municipality in Zambales, Central Luzon. It is documented with 0 attractions, 0 festivals, 4 local dishes, and 16 verified businesses in this directory.
Where is Botolan located?
Botolan is located in Zambales, Central Luzon, Philippines. Its PSGC code is 0307101000.
How many barangays does Botolan have?
Botolan has 31 barangays, each governed by an elected Punong Barangay and barangay council.
What food is Botolan known for?
Documented local dishes include Binaung, Pinakbet (Zambales-style), Sinigang na Isda sa Mangga.
What is the population of Botolan?
Based on the 2020 Census of Population and Housing, Botolan has a recorded population of 70,340.
What is the ZIP code of Botolan?
The PhilPost ZIP code of Botolan is 2202.
What cities or municipalities are near Botolan?
Nearby localities in Zambales include Cabangan, Candelaria, Castillejos, Iba.
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Administrative and geographic data for Botolan 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 →