Pinuneg
A traditional Cordilleran blood sausage made with pork blood, fat, and local spices stuffed into intestines; usually boiled or grilled.
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Besao is a municipality in Mountain Province, Cordillera Administrative Region, made up of 14 barangays with a 2020 census population of 6,315. It is registered under PSGC code 1404403000 and uses ZIP code 2618. This directory documents 0 attractions, 0 restaurants, 0 places to stay, and 0 verified businesses in Besao.
About Besao
Besao is a municipality in the province of Mountain Province, Cordillera Administrative Region, Philippines. It is governed as a Local Government Unit (LGU) under the administrative framework of the Philippine government.
The municipality is home to 14 barangays@if($city->population) and has a recorded population of 6,315 based on the 2020 Census of Population and Housing@endif. It is registered under the Philippine Standard Geographic Code (PSGC) with code 1404403000, and carries the PhilPost ZIP code 2618.
Visitors and residents can explore 0 attractions, 0 restaurants, 0 accommodations, 0 festivals, 3 local dishes, and other places throughout Besao.
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Geographic Facts
Key administrative and demographic data for Besao.
Municipality
Classification
Mountain Province
Province
Cordillera Administrative Region
Region
6,315
Population
14
Barangays
2618
Postal Code
Location and Geography
Besao is located in Mountain Province within the Cordillera Administrative Region of the Philippines. The municipality includes 14 barangays.
Besao sits alongside other cities and municipalities of Mountain Province, including Barlig, Bauko, Bontoc , Natonin.
Festivals and Events in Besao
0 recorded festivals and events in Besao.
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Local Food in Besao
Culinary specialties documented in Besao and Mountain Province.
Inasin
Salt-cured meat used as the base for almost all stews in the province; it is the ultimate pantry staple for high-altitude survival.
Sayote Tops Salad
A refreshing, crunchy salad of blanched chayote leaves and shoots, tossed with vinaigrette and occasionally topped with fried garlic or etag bits.
Barangays in Besao
Besao is divided into 14 barangays under PSGC code 1404403000.
Travel Tips for Besao
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 Besao.
Getting Around
Tricycles and local transport are common for short trips between barangays.
Besao in the Philippine Administrative System
Besao is classified as a municipality under the Philippine Standard Geographic Code (PSGC) system, assigned the identifier 1404403000. 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), Besao 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 14 barangays, each led by an elected Punong Barangay.
Besao is one of the cities and municipalities forming the province of Mountain Province in Cordillera Administrative Region.
People Also Ask About Besao
What is Besao known for?
Besao is a municipality in Mountain Province, Cordillera Administrative Region. It is documented with 0 attractions, 0 festivals, 3 local dishes, and 0 verified businesses in this directory.
Where is Besao located?
Besao is located in Mountain Province, Cordillera Administrative Region, Philippines. Its PSGC code is 1404403000.
How many barangays does Besao have?
Besao has 14 barangays, each governed by an elected Punong Barangay and barangay council.
What food is Besao known for?
Documented local dishes include Pinuneg, Inasin, Sayote Tops Salad.
What is the population of Besao?
Based on the 2020 Census of Population and Housing, Besao has a recorded population of 6,315.
What is the ZIP code of Besao?
The PhilPost ZIP code of Besao is 2618.
What cities or municipalities are near Besao?
Nearby localities in Mountain Province include Barlig, Bauko, Bontoc , Natonin.
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Province
Mountain Province
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Region
Cordillera Administrative Region
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Administrative and geographic data for Besao 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 →