Danggit Lamayo
Half-dried, marinated rabbitfish (danggit); unlike the standard dry-salted version, this is marinated in garlic and vinegar, remaining moist and tender when fried.
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Culion is a municipality in Palawan, MIMAROPA, made up of 14 barangays with a 2020 census population of 23,985. It is registered under PSGC code 1705322000 and uses ZIP code 5315. This directory documents 0 attractions, 0 restaurants, 0 places to stay, and 0 verified businesses in Culion.
About Culion
Culion is a municipality in the province of Palawan, MIMAROPA, 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 23,985 based on the 2020 Census of Population and Housing@endif. It is registered under the Philippine Standard Geographic Code (PSGC) with code 1705322000, and carries the PhilPost ZIP code 5315.
Visitors and residents can explore 0 attractions, 0 restaurants, 0 accommodations, 0 festivals, 3 local dishes, and other places throughout Culion.
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Geographic Facts
Key administrative and demographic data for Culion.
Municipality
Classification
Palawan
Province
MIMAROPA
Region
23,985
Population
14
Barangays
5315
Postal Code
Location and Geography
Culion is located in Palawan within the MIMAROPA of the Philippines. The municipality includes 14 barangays.
Culion sits alongside other cities and municipalities of Palawan, including Aborlan, Agutaya, Araceli, Balabac.
Festivals and Events in Culion
0 recorded festivals and events in Culion.
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Local Food in Culion
Culinary specialties documented in Culion and Palawan.
Lato Salad
A refreshing salad made of sea grapes (lato) tossed with diced tomatoes, onions, and a light vinaigrette; a staple in coastal Palawan.
Chaolong
A Vietnamese-inspired noodle soup (pho variant) brought to Palawan by refugees in the 1970s; unique for its sweet and savory broth.
Barangays in Culion
Culion is divided into 14 barangays under PSGC code 1705322000.
Travel Tips for Culion
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 Culion.
Getting Around
Tricycles and local transport are common for short trips between barangays.
Culion in the Philippine Administrative System
Culion is classified as a municipality under the Philippine Standard Geographic Code (PSGC) system, assigned the identifier 1705322000. 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), Culion 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.
Culion is one of the cities and municipalities forming the province of Palawan in MIMAROPA.
People Also Ask About Culion
What is Culion known for?
Culion is a municipality in Palawan, MIMAROPA. It is documented with 0 attractions, 0 festivals, 3 local dishes, and 0 verified businesses in this directory.
Where is Culion located?
Culion is located in Palawan, MIMAROPA, Philippines. Its PSGC code is 1705322000.
How many barangays does Culion have?
Culion has 14 barangays, each governed by an elected Punong Barangay and barangay council.
What food is Culion known for?
Documented local dishes include Danggit Lamayo, Lato Salad, Chaolong.
What is the population of Culion?
Based on the 2020 Census of Population and Housing, Culion has a recorded population of 23,985.
What is the ZIP code of Culion?
The PhilPost ZIP code of Culion is 5315.
What cities or municipalities are near Culion?
Nearby localities in Palawan include Aborlan, Agutaya, Araceli, Balabac.
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Administrative and geographic data for Culion 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 →