Siquijor, Central Visayas

Central Visayas · Province

Siquijor Province

Siquijor is a small island province in Central Visayas, known mystically as the Island of Fire or Isla del Fuego, a name given by Spanish colonizers who observed phosphorescence from glowing marine organisms around the island at night. Siquijor town serves as the provincial capital.

PSGC 0800420000 Region VII 6 Cities & Municipalities
6 Cities & Munis
119 Barangays
90,351 Population
27 Listings
2,848 Businesses
Philippines Central Visayas Siquijor
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Siquijor is a province in Central Visayas, Philippines, made up of 6 cities and municipalities and 119 barangays with a combined 2020 census population of 90,351. It is registered under the Philippine Standard Geographic Code system with code 0800420000. This directory documents 1 attractions, 1 festivals, 0 restaurants, 3 places to stay, and 2,848 verified businesses across Siquijor.

About Siquijor

Siquijor is a small island province in Central Visayas, known mystically as the Island of Fire or Isla del Fuego, a name given by Spanish colonizers who observed phosphorescence from glowing marine organisms around the island at night. Siquijor town serves as the provincial capital. The province has historically been associated with folk healing, witchcraft, and mystical traditions that still attract visitors during Holy Week when healers gather for healing rituals. Siquijor is increasingly recognized as an ecotourism destination with pristine beaches at Salagdoong Beach in Maria municipality, Paliton Beach, Cambugahay Falls, and the century-old balete tree with a natural spring. The island is compact enough to circumnavigate by motorcycle in a day.

Siquijor is a province in Central Visayas, Philippines. It is composed of 6 cities and municipalities covering a total of 119 barangays. The province is administered under the Philippine Standard Geographic Code (PSGC) system maintained by the Philippine Statistics Authority.

This directory covers 1 attractions including 1 beaches, 1 festivals, 3 hotels and accommodations, 0 restaurants, 22 local dishes, and 0 activities across Siquijor.

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

Local Directory

Siquijor Business & Tourism Directory

Province-wide listings across 6 cities and municipalities, covering 119 barangays.

1 Attractions
1 Festivals
3 Hotels
0 Restaurants
2,848 Businesses
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Category Top Listing Total
Attractions Salagdoong Beach 1
Beaches Salagdoong Beach 1
Festivals Solili Festival 1
Activities No listings yet 0
Hotels The Gabayan Riviera 3
Restaurants No listings yet 0
Rentals No listings yet 0
Local Food Pani-Pani 22
Businesses BDO Greenhills Shopping Center 2,848

Top Cities & Municipalities

Most active destinations in Siquijor based on total directory listings.

Lazi

Barangays 18
Dishes 5
Hotels 2
Attractions 0
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Larena

Barangays 23
Dishes 5
Attractions 1
Restaurants 0
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Siquijor

Barangays 42
Dishes 4
Hotels 1
Attractions 0
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Administrative Index

All Cities & Municipalities of Siquijor

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

City / Municipality Type Barangays Population Listings
Enrique Villanueva Municipality 14 6,965 4
Larena Municipality 23 14,933 6
Lazi Municipality 18 23,092 8
Maria Municipality 22 15,146 4
San Juan Municipality 0 - -
Siquijor Municipality 42 30,215 5
Province Total 119 90,351 27

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E

Municipality · Pop. 6,965

Enrique Villanueva is a 5th-class Municipality in the province of Siquijor, Negros Island Region (NIR), Philippines. Based on 2024 PSA data, it has a population of 6,965 residents.

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Municipality · Pop. 14,933

Larena is a 4th-class Municipality in the province of Siquijor, Negros Island Region (NIR), Philippines. Based on 2024 PSA data, it has a population of 14,933 residents.

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Municipality · Pop. 23,092

Lazi is a 4th-class Municipality in the province of Siquijor, Negros Island Region (NIR), Philippines. Based on 2024 PSA data, it has a population of 23,092 residents.

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M

Municipality · Pop. 15,146

Maria is a 4th-class Municipality in the province of Siquijor, Negros Island Region (NIR), Philippines. Based on 2024 PSA data, it has a population of 15,146 residents.

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S

Municipality · Pop. 30,215

Siquijor is a 3rd-class Municipality in the province of Siquijor, Negros Island Region (NIR), Philippines. Based on 2024 PSA data, it has a population of 30,215 residents.

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Businesses & Services in Siquijor

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

2,848 Businesses Listed

Planning a Trip Across Siquijor

Best Time to Visit

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

Getting Around

Buses and shared vans typically connect the 6 cities and municipalities of Siquijor, with tricycles and jeepneys handling shorter trips between barangays within each town.

Where to Base Yourself

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

What to Explore

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

Local Food

The province documents 22 local dishes alongside 0 restaurants, reflecting the distinct cuisine of Siquijor.

About Siquijor in the Philippine Administrative System

Siquijor is a component province of Central Visayas 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 6 cities and municipalities of Siquijor collectively cover 119 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 Siquijor

How many cities and municipalities are in Siquijor?

Siquijor has 6 cities and municipalities, comprising 0 cities and 6 municipalities, with a total of 119 barangays.

What is the capital of Siquijor?

The provincial capital of Siquijor 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 Siquijor?

Siquijor has 1 documented attractions across its 6 cities and municipalities, including 1 beaches. Browse individual city directories to explore specific destinations.

What festivals are held in Siquijor?

Siquijor 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 Siquijor known for?

Siquijor is a province in Central Visayas, Philippines. It is known for its 6 cities and municipalities, 1 tourist attractions, and a distinct local culture and cuisine that includes 22 documented local dishes.

Where is Siquijor located?

Siquijor is located in Central Visayas, Philippines. It is classified under the Philippine Standard Geographic Code system with code 0800420000, and forms part of the administrative structure of the national government.

Are there businesses and service providers listed in Siquijor?

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

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