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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San Sebastian is a municipality in Samar, Eastern Visayas, made up of 14 barangays with a 2020 census population of 9,110. It is registered under PSGC code 0806015000 and uses ZIP code 6714. This directory documents 0 attractions, 0 restaurants, 0 places to stay, and 1 verified businesses in San Sebastian.
About San Sebastian
San Sebastian 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 14 barangays@if($city->population) and has a recorded population of 9,110 based on the 2020 Census of Population and Housing@endif. It is registered under the Philippine Standard Geographic Code (PSGC) with code 0806015000, and carries the PhilPost ZIP code 6714.
Visitors and residents can explore 0 attractions, 0 restaurants, 0 accommodations, 0 festivals, 4 local dishes, and other places throughout San Sebastian.
azifind also lists 1 verified businesses based in San Sebastian, from hotels and restaurants to professional and business service providers.
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Geographic Facts
Key administrative and demographic data for San Sebastian.
Municipality
Classification
Samar
Province
Eastern Visayas
Region
9,110
Population
14
Barangays
6714
Postal Code
Location and Geography
San Sebastian is located in Samar within the Eastern Visayas of the Philippines. The municipality includes 14 barangays.
San Sebastian sits alongside other cities and municipalities of Samar, including Almagro, Basey, Calbayog City, Calbiga.
Festivals and Events in San Sebastian
0 recorded festivals and events in San Sebastian.
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Local Food in San Sebastian
Culinary specialties documented in San Sebastian 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 San Sebastian
San Sebastian is divided into 14 barangays under PSGC code 0806015000.
Balogo
0806015005
Bontod
0806015006
Cabaywa
0806015013
Camanhagay
0806015007
Campiyak
0806015008
Canduyucan
0806015014
Dolores
0806015010
Hita-asan I
0806015011
Hita-asan II
0806015015
Inobongan
0806015012
Poblacion Barangay 1
0806015001
Poblacion Barangay 2
0806015002
Poblacion Barangay 3
0806015003
Poblacion Barangay 4
0806015004
Travel Tips for San Sebastian
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 San Sebastian.
Getting Around
Tricycles and local transport are common for short trips between barangays.
San Sebastian in the Philippine Administrative System
San Sebastian is classified as a municipality under the Philippine Standard Geographic Code (PSGC) system, assigned the identifier 0806015000. 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), San Sebastian 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.
San Sebastian is one of the cities and municipalities forming the province of Samar in Eastern Visayas.
People Also Ask About San Sebastian
What is San Sebastian known for?
San Sebastian is a municipality in Samar, Eastern Visayas. It is documented with 0 attractions, 0 festivals, 4 local dishes, and 1 verified businesses in this directory.
Where is San Sebastian located?
San Sebastian is located in Samar, Eastern Visayas, Philippines. Its PSGC code is 0806015000.
How many barangays does San Sebastian have?
San Sebastian has 14 barangays, each governed by an elected Punong Barangay and barangay council.
What food is San Sebastian known for?
Documented local dishes include Kinilaw na Tambakol, Inun-unan na Isda, Gabi (Taro) in Gata.
What is the population of San Sebastian?
Based on the 2020 Census of Population and Housing, San Sebastian has a recorded population of 9,110.
What is the ZIP code of San Sebastian?
The PhilPost ZIP code of San Sebastian is 6714.
What cities or municipalities are near San Sebastian?
Nearby localities in Samar include Almagro, Basey, Calbayog City, Calbiga.
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