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Bauang, La Union
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Bauang is a municipality in La Union, Ilocos Region, made up of 0 barangays with a 2020 census population of 77,670. It is registered under PSGC code 0103307000 and uses ZIP code 2501. This directory documents 2 attractions, 0 restaurants, 1 places to stay, and 6 verified businesses in Bauang.
About Bauang
Bauang is a municipality in the province of La Union, Ilocos Region, Philippines. It is governed as a Local Government Unit (LGU) under the administrative framework of the Philippine government.
The municipality is home to 0 barangays@if($city->population) and has a recorded population of 77,670 based on the 2020 Census of Population and Housing@endif. It is registered under the Philippine Standard Geographic Code (PSGC) with code 0103307000, and carries the PhilPost ZIP code 2501.
Visitors and residents can explore 2 attractions including 2 beaches, 0 restaurants, 1 accommodations, 1 festivals, 3 local dishes, and other places throughout Bauang.
azifind also lists 6 verified businesses based in Bauang, from hotels and restaurants to professional and business service providers.
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Geographic Facts
Key administrative and demographic data for Bauang.
Municipality
Classification
La Union
Province
Ilocos Region
Region
77,670
Population
0
Barangays
2501
Postal Code
Location and Geography
Bauang is located in La Union within the Ilocos Region of the Philippines. The municipality includes 0 barangays.
Bauang has documented coastal areas, with 2 beaches recorded in this directory. Coastal barangays support activities such as fishing, beach tourism, and marine recreation.
Bauang sits alongside other cities and municipalities of La Union, including Agoo, Aringay, Bacnotan, Bagulin.
Best Places to Visit in Bauang
Bauang has 2 documented attractions in this directory, including 2 recorded beaches. The listings below span natural landmarks, heritage sites, and points of interest across the municipality's 0 barangays in La Union, with a full index linked at the end of the section.
Baccuit Beach
Bauang, La Union
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1 recorded festivals and events in Bauang.
Cultural
January
Baggak Festival
Celebrates the town's founding anniversary and local fruits ("Baggak" means morning star).
Local Food in Bauang
Culinary specialties documented in Bauang and La Union.
Seafood Grill
Famous for its abundant, fresh-caught seafood; grilled over charcoal with simple local marinades to highlight the ocean's freshness.
Tupig
Chewy, charcoal-grilled glutinous rice cake made with coconut and molasses, a staple in the province.
Bagoong (Fermented Paste)
La Union is a major producer of various types of bagoong; it is the foundational "umami" seasoning for almost all local dishes.
Where to Stay in Bauang
1 hotels, resorts, inns, and guesthouses are documented in Bauang, including options near its coastal barangays. Compare accommodation types and price ranges to plan an overnight stay in La Union.
Hudor Resort
Barangays in Bauang
Bauang is divided into 0 barangays under PSGC code 0103307000.
Travel Tips for Bauang
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 Bauang.
Getting Around
Tricycles and local transport are common for short trips between barangays.
What to Explore
Bauang has 2 documented attractions, including coastal spots. Browse the places section above for the full list.
Where to Stay
1 accommodations are available, from hotels to guesthouses.
Coastal Note
For coastal activities, check local weather and sea conditions before heading out.
Bauang in the Philippine Administrative System
Bauang is classified as a municipality under the Philippine Standard Geographic Code (PSGC) system, assigned the identifier 0103307000. 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), Bauang 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 0 barangays, each led by an elected Punong Barangay.
Bauang is one of the cities and municipalities forming the province of La Union in Ilocos Region.
People Also Ask About Bauang
What is Bauang known for?
Bauang is a municipality in La Union, Ilocos Region. It is documented with 2 attractions, 1 festivals, 3 local dishes, and 6 verified businesses in this directory.
Where is Bauang located?
Bauang is located in La Union, Ilocos Region, Philippines. Its PSGC code is 0103307000.
How many barangays does Bauang have?
Bauang has 0 barangays, each governed by an elected Punong Barangay and barangay council.
What are the best places to visit in Bauang?
Notable attractions include Baccuit Beach, Baccuit Beach. Browse the places section for all 2 listings.
What food is Bauang known for?
Documented local dishes include Seafood Grill, Tupig, Bagoong (Fermented Paste).
What is the population of Bauang?
Based on the 2020 Census of Population and Housing, Bauang has a recorded population of 77,670.
What is the ZIP code of Bauang?
The PhilPost ZIP code of Bauang is 2501.
What cities or municipalities are near Bauang?
Nearby localities in La Union include Agoo, Aringay, Bacnotan, Bagulin.
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Administrative and geographic data for Bauang 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 →