Kinilaw na Tambakol
Fresh-caught yellowfin tuna from the Samar Sea, cured in tuba (coconut vinegar) with ginger, chili, and sometimes coconut cream for extra body.
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Almagro is a municipality in Samar, Eastern Visayas, made up of 23 barangays with a 2020 census population of 8,571. It is registered under PSGC code 0806001000 and uses ZIP code 6724. This directory documents 0 attractions, 0 restaurants, 0 places to stay, and 0 verified businesses in Almagro.
About Almagro
Almagro is a municipality in the province of Samar, Eastern Visayas, Philippines. It is governed as a Local Government Unit (LGU) under the administrative framework of the Philippine government.
The municipality is home to 23 barangays@if($city->population) and has a recorded population of 8,571 based on the 2020 Census of Population and Housing@endif. It is registered under the Philippine Standard Geographic Code (PSGC) with code 0806001000, and carries the PhilPost ZIP code 6724.
Visitors and residents can explore 0 attractions, 0 restaurants, 0 accommodations, 0 festivals, 4 local dishes, and other places throughout Almagro.
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Geographic Facts
Key administrative and demographic data for Almagro.
Municipality
Classification
Samar
Province
Eastern Visayas
Region
8,571
Population
23
Barangays
6724
Postal Code
Location and Geography
Almagro is located in Samar within the Eastern Visayas of the Philippines. The municipality includes 23 barangays.
Almagro sits alongside other cities and municipalities of Samar, including Basey, Calbayog City, Calbiga, Catbalogan City.
Festivals and Events in Almagro
0 recorded festivals and events in Almagro.
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Local Food in Almagro
Culinary specialties documented in Almagro and Samar.
Inun-unan na Isda
A Samar staple; fish simmered in vinegar, ginger, and turmeric. The Samar version often includes batwan for a specific, localized acidity.
Gabi (Taro) in Gata
Using the abundant wild taro of the Samar forests, cooked with thick coconut milk, dried fish, and siling haba for a creamy, spicy heat.
Pusit na Pinatuyo
Sun-dried squid, a product of the long coastlines, often fried until crispy and served with a vinegar dip as a pulutan or side.
Barangays in Almagro
Almagro is divided into 23 barangays under PSGC code 0806001000.
Bacjao
0806001001
Biasong I
0806001004
Biasong II
0806001026
Costa Rica
0806001005
Costa Rica II
0806001027
Guin-ansan
0806001007
Imelda
0806001025
Kerikite
0806001008
Lunang I
0806001011
Lunang II
0806001012
Mabuhay
0806001028
Magsaysay
0806001029
Malobago
0806001013
Marasbaras
0806001014
Panjobjoban I
0806001017
Panjobjoban II
0806001030
Poblacion
0806001019
Ro├▒o
0806001031
San Isidro
0806001032
San Jose
0806001033
Talahid
0806001023
Tonga-tonga
0806001024
Veloso
0806001034
Travel Tips for Almagro
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 Almagro.
Getting Around
Tricycles and local transport are common for short trips between barangays.
Almagro in the Philippine Administrative System
Almagro is classified as a municipality under the Philippine Standard Geographic Code (PSGC) system, assigned the identifier 0806001000. 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), Almagro 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 23 barangays, each led by an elected Punong Barangay.
Almagro is one of the cities and municipalities forming the province of Samar in Eastern Visayas.
People Also Ask About Almagro
What is Almagro known for?
Almagro is a municipality in Samar, Eastern Visayas. It is documented with 0 attractions, 0 festivals, 4 local dishes, and 0 verified businesses in this directory.
Where is Almagro located?
Almagro is located in Samar, Eastern Visayas, Philippines. Its PSGC code is 0806001000.
How many barangays does Almagro have?
Almagro has 23 barangays, each governed by an elected Punong Barangay and barangay council.
What food is Almagro known for?
Documented local dishes include Kinilaw na Tambakol, Inun-unan na Isda, Gabi (Taro) in Gata.
What is the population of Almagro?
Based on the 2020 Census of Population and Housing, Almagro has a recorded population of 8,571.
What is the ZIP code of Almagro?
The PhilPost ZIP code of Almagro is 6724.
What cities or municipalities are near Almagro?
Nearby localities in Samar include Basey, Calbayog City, Calbiga, Catbalogan City.
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