Calumpit, Bulacan
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CALUMPIT is a 1st class urban municipality
in the province
of Bulacan
, Philippines
. According to the latest census, it has a population of 98,017 people in 16,167 households.
No. of Barangays: 29
Population: 81,113 (2000)
Registered Voters: 50,328 (2004)
Population Density: 14.42 persons/ha.
Average Crime Rate: 2.88%
Crime Solution Efficiency: 100%
s/Pottery
, Flowers/Ornamental Plants, Food/Food Processing, Gifts/Houseware/Decors
Major Products: Handicrafts, Pottery
, Religious Articles
Industrial Estates: Bulacan Agro-Industrial Subdivision
Address: Pio Cruzcosa, Calumpit, Bulacan
Matrix Inc.
Vice Mayor.:Zacarias C. Candelaria
Coun.:Marivic Bunag
Coun.: Thelma Dansalan
Coun.: Jon-Jon Mendoza
Coun.: Gino Torres
Coun.: Nixon E. Madla
Coun.: Boy Baka Bernardino
Coun.: Bong M.Gaddi
Calumpit was already an established “barangay
” under the leadership of Gat Maitim prior to Spanish contact.
The defeat of Rajah Soliman at the Battle of Bangkusay Channel paved the way for the Spaniards to establish their government in Manila
. News reached the Spanish authorities that there was a progressive community located several miles north of Manila
. Through the order of Fr. Martin de Bada, a group of Augustinian missionaries headed by Father Diego Vivar Ordoñez was sent to look for the said place. In 1572, they set foot at the riverbank of barangay Meyto, armed with a cross. They proceeded to Christianize the area and establish a government with Marcos de Arce as the first Alcalde Mayor of Calumpit. However, it was only in 1575 that the King of Spain officially recognized Calumpit. It was therefore the first town established in the Province of Bulacan. The Augustinian friars were the first Christian missionaries to Calumpit and acted in some capacity as government officials, which continued for almost three centuries.
in 1896, the people of Calumpit participated in the battles launched by the Katipunero
s against Spain, the town becoming the headquarters of General Luna in 1898. In the bloody encounters at barrio Bagbag on April 25, 1899, the people bravely joined the army of General Luna.
The civil government under the Philippines was established in Calumpit in April 1901 with Juan Galang as the first elected mayor of the town.
was bombed by the Engineering Battalion of the U.S., impeding movement of the Japanese forces on their way to Bataan. In January 1942, the Japanese Government
occupied Calumpit for three years. Many distinguished citizens of Calumpit died during the war.
In the middle of 1943, the first part of the USAFFE guerrilla was established under the leadership of Luis Macam, with most of the members from Calumpit.
In June 1944, the 4th Battalion of the Del Pilar Regiment was established under the leadership of Major Francisco del Rosario, they continued fighting until the returned of the USAFFE under the leadership of Gen. Douglas MacArthur
.
In January 1945, the combined Filipino and American forces arrived in the town, liberating it from the Japanese forces.
, lies the Municipality of Calumpit bounded on the north and west by Apalit and Macabebe, Pampanga, respectively; southwest, southeast and east by Hagonoy
, Malolos, and Pulilan, Bulacan respectively.
Calumpit is sprawled over an area of 5,625 has. of flat terrain
classified accordingly to use as agricultural lands (66.81%), residential (10.42%), industrial (2.48%), commercial, (0.89%) and others was (1.05%). It occupied around 2.06% of the total land area of Bulacan. The municipality has 144.33 kilometers of concrete roads that easily link its 29 barangays.
Two distinct seasons characterized the town’s climate: rainy season which starts late May and ends around November; and dry season which begins November and lasts until April.
Calumpit has two (2) types of soil – the silt loam which is found in almost 90% of the entire municipality and the clay loam in the south east far end of the town. Both types are basically suited for agricultural purposes as per Department of Agriculture classifications.
With a total land area of 5,625 has. the number of households of 13,923 the population density rate per hectare is 12.59, and the average number of persons per household is 5.
The barangay
with the largest population is Bgy. Gatbuca with 5,570 people and the smallest is Bgy. Sergio Bayan with 649 people.
Calumpit has a relatively young population with the age group 1–19 years old constituting the majority of 46.01% of the total population. The rest consists mainly of the working group between the ages of 20 to 59 years old accounting for about 47.96% and the elderly comprising 6.02%.
In terms of sex distribution, males exceeded the number of females very slightly with a count of 35,710 and 35,087, respectively.
speaking town with about 96.3% of its people being fluent
speakers. Others speak Kapampangan
, Aklanon and Ivatan
.
Having been the first town in Bulacan Christianized by the Spanish, the majority of the people are of the Roman Catholic faith. The rest belong to the Members Church of God International
or Ang Dating Daan
estimated to have 2% in population. The Iglesia ni Kristo, IEMELIF
and the Philippine Independent Church
other groups.
but nevertheless have found occasional employment as farmhands, vending farm-produced in the market and doing marginal odd jobs. Others are unclassified and consist mostly of students, out-of-school youth and the unemployed.
Total households income per year is P705M, annual average household income is P 66,600.00 and per capita income annually is P 12,198.00.
acquired and maintained skills suited for employment especially in the agri-industrial field.
Calumpit Central School
Bio Kinetics Learning School
Pascual O. Cruz Memorial Elementary School (POCMES) at Sta. Lucia
Calumpit Central Ecumenical School(CCES) at calizon
Colegio de Calumpit, Inc.
Dampol2nd N H S Annex (Sta. Lucia)
Frances High School
Frances Elementary School
Harvesters Mission Chrisitan Academy
Meysulao Adv. Elem. Sch.for Meysulao S D A Multigrade Sch.
Petras Christian School
San Marcos National High School
Caniogan High School
Shalom Christian Academy of Bulacan
Shepherds Ways Academy of Bulacan
St. Anthony Academy of Bulacan
St. John the Baptist Catholic School
Sta. Lucia High School
Meyto Elementary School
Montessori de Enriquez School, Inc.
Arsenio Santos Memorial Elementary School
Francisco Mendoza Memorial Elementary School
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The Church of Saint John the Baptist is one the oldest in Bulacan. It lies 54 kilometers north of Manila
and could be reached via land transportation vehicles. Strategically located with three major exit and entry points, it can be reached from Manila via commuter buses such as the Philippine Rabbit, Baliwag Transit, Sierra Madre Liner, Victory Liner, Saulog Transit, Philippine Rapid Tansit, Metro Shuttle Transit and the Masantol Bus Transit - all in less than 45 minutes along the North Luzon Expressway
(NLEX)
on the east, Paombong and Hagonoy
in the West and winds up through Apalit, Macabebe and Masantol, Pampanga
. It was the major route for trade and commerce in this part of the country making Calumpit an established barangay prior to the coming of Spanish conquistadors. The Pampanga and Quingua Rivers served as arteries through which goods coming in and going out of Calumpit passed. At present, the river is a valued resource as a rich fishing ground and providing farmers with irrigation.
which took place on April 25, 1899. The bridge now standing serves as a reminder of the valor displayed by the Filipino who triumphed against the American forces.Located at Brgy.Caniogan and Sto.Nino,Calumpit,Bulacan
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is one of the oldest churches in Bulacan. Constructed under the supervision of Augustinian priest Diego Vivar - Ordonez, the church has been a mute witness to the Filipinos' struggle against Spanish, American and Japanese rule. Inside the church is a tunnel that, as legend would have it, was used by priests during the Spanish regime to keep gold, religious statues and ornate jewelry hidden from the sight of treasure hunters. It is the birthplace of Christianity in the province.
(1691–1732) and Cecilia Rosa De Jesus Talangpaz
(1693–1731)
Two noble ladies Mother Dionisia Mitas Talangpaz (1691–1732) and Mother Cecilia Rosa Talangpaz (1693–1731) from Calumpit, Bulacan, founders of the Beaterio de San Sebastian whose beatification process is now in full swing are known for their exemplary lives of prayer, self denial, service to the Church and apostolate that attracted young Filipinas.
Municipalities of the Philippines
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in the province
Provinces of the Philippines
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of Bulacan
Bulacan
Bulacan , officially called the Province of Bulacan or simply Bulacan Province, is a first class province of the Republic of the Philippines located in the Central Luzon Region in the island of Luzon, north of Manila , and part of the Metro...
, Philippines
Philippines
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. According to the latest census, it has a population of 98,017 people in 16,167 households.
Physical and Socio-Political
Land Area: 5,625 has.No. of Barangays: 29
Population: 81,113 (2000)
Registered Voters: 50,328 (2004)
Population Density: 14.42 persons/ha.
Average Crime Rate: 2.88%
Crime Solution Efficiency: 100%
Commerce and Industry
Major Industries: Industrial Estates, Paper, Garments, CeramicCeramic
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s/Pottery
Pottery
Pottery is the material from which the potteryware is made, of which major types include earthenware, stoneware and porcelain. The place where such wares are made is also called a pottery . Pottery also refers to the art or craft of the potter or the manufacture of pottery...
, Flowers/Ornamental Plants, Food/Food Processing, Gifts/Houseware/Decors
Major Products: Handicrafts, Pottery
Pottery
Pottery is the material from which the potteryware is made, of which major types include earthenware, stoneware and porcelain. The place where such wares are made is also called a pottery . Pottery also refers to the art or craft of the potter or the manufacture of pottery...
, Religious Articles
Industrial Estates: Bulacan Agro-Industrial Subdivision
Address: Pio Cruzcosa, Calumpit, Bulacan
Matrix Inc.
Municipal Officials
Mayor.:James P. de JesusVice Mayor.:Zacarias C. Candelaria
Coun.:Marivic Bunag
Coun.: Thelma Dansalan
Coun.: Jon-Jon Mendoza
Coun.: Gino Torres
Coun.: Nixon E. Madla
Coun.: Boy Baka Bernardino
Coun.: Bong M.Gaddi
Etymology
The name "Calumpit" is named after the hardwood trees named "Kalumpit" found growing abundantly in front of the St.John the Baptist Parish Church in Brgy.Poblacion,Calumpit,BulacanHispanic era
Calumpit was already an established “barangay
Barangay
A barangay is the smallest administrative division in the Philippines and is the native Filipino term for a village, district or ward...
” under the leadership of Gat Maitim prior to Spanish contact.
The defeat of Rajah Soliman at the Battle of Bangkusay Channel paved the way for the Spaniards to establish their government in Manila
Manila
Manila is the capital of the Philippines. It is one of the sixteen cities forming Metro Manila.Manila is located on the eastern shores of Manila Bay and is bordered by Navotas and Caloocan to the north, Quezon City to the northeast, San Juan and Mandaluyong to the east, Makati on the southeast,...
. News reached the Spanish authorities that there was a progressive community located several miles north of Manila
Manila
Manila is the capital of the Philippines. It is one of the sixteen cities forming Metro Manila.Manila is located on the eastern shores of Manila Bay and is bordered by Navotas and Caloocan to the north, Quezon City to the northeast, San Juan and Mandaluyong to the east, Makati on the southeast,...
. Through the order of Fr. Martin de Bada, a group of Augustinian missionaries headed by Father Diego Vivar Ordoñez was sent to look for the said place. In 1572, they set foot at the riverbank of barangay Meyto, armed with a cross. They proceeded to Christianize the area and establish a government with Marcos de Arce as the first Alcalde Mayor of Calumpit. However, it was only in 1575 that the King of Spain officially recognized Calumpit. It was therefore the first town established in the Province of Bulacan. The Augustinian friars were the first Christian missionaries to Calumpit and acted in some capacity as government officials, which continued for almost three centuries.
Philippine Revolution of 1896
During the Philippine RevolutionPhilippine Revolution
The Philippine Revolution , called the "Tagalog War" by the Spanish, was an armed military conflict between the people of the Philippines and the Spanish colonial authorities which resulted in the secession of the Philippine Islands from the Spanish Empire.The Philippine Revolution began in August...
in 1896, the people of Calumpit participated in the battles launched by the Katipunero
Katipunan
The Katipunan was a Philippine revolutionary society founded by anti-Spanish Filipinos in Manila in 1892, whose primary aim was to gain independence from Spain through revolution. The society was initiated by Filipino patriots Andrés Bonifacio, Teodoro Plata, Ladislao Diwa, and others on the night...
s against Spain, the town becoming the headquarters of General Luna in 1898. In the bloody encounters at barrio Bagbag on April 25, 1899, the people bravely joined the army of General Luna.
The civil government under the Philippines was established in Calumpit in April 1901 with Juan Galang as the first elected mayor of the town.
American era and World War II
Calumpit played an important role at the outbreak of the War in the Pacific theater. The bridge of Calumpit, on the way to BataanBataan
Bataan is a province of the Philippines occupying the whole of the Bataan Peninsula on Luzon. The province is part of the Central Luzon region. The capital of Bataan is Balanga City and it is bordered by the provinces of Zambales and Pampanga to the north...
was bombed by the Engineering Battalion of the U.S., impeding movement of the Japanese forces on their way to Bataan. In January 1942, the Japanese Government
Japanese occupation of the Philippines
The Japanese occupation of the Philippines was the period in the history of the Philippines between 1942 and 1945, when the Empire of Japan occupied the previously American-controlled Philippines during World War II....
occupied Calumpit for three years. Many distinguished citizens of Calumpit died during the war.
In the middle of 1943, the first part of the USAFFE guerrilla was established under the leadership of Luis Macam, with most of the members from Calumpit.
In June 1944, the 4th Battalion of the Del Pilar Regiment was established under the leadership of Major Francisco del Rosario, they continued fighting until the returned of the USAFFE under the leadership of Gen. Douglas MacArthur
Douglas MacArthur
General of the Army Douglas MacArthur was an American general and field marshal of the Philippine Army. He was a Chief of Staff of the United States Army during the 1930s and played a prominent role in the Pacific theater during World War II. He received the Medal of Honor for his service in the...
.
In January 1945, the combined Filipino and American forces arrived in the town, liberating it from the Japanese forces.
Geography
Fifty-four (54) kilometers north of ManilaManila
Manila is the capital of the Philippines. It is one of the sixteen cities forming Metro Manila.Manila is located on the eastern shores of Manila Bay and is bordered by Navotas and Caloocan to the north, Quezon City to the northeast, San Juan and Mandaluyong to the east, Makati on the southeast,...
, lies the Municipality of Calumpit bounded on the north and west by Apalit and Macabebe, Pampanga, respectively; southwest, southeast and east by Hagonoy
Hagonoy
Hagonoy is the name of two places in the Philippines:*Hagonoy, Bulacan*Hagonoy, Davao del SurIt is also the Filipino common name of a plant:*Chromolaena odorata, the common floss flower....
, Malolos, and Pulilan, Bulacan respectively.
Calumpit is sprawled over an area of 5,625 has. of flat terrain
Terrain
Terrain, or land relief, is the vertical and horizontal dimension of land surface. When relief is described underwater, the term bathymetry is used...
classified accordingly to use as agricultural lands (66.81%), residential (10.42%), industrial (2.48%), commercial, (0.89%) and others was (1.05%). It occupied around 2.06% of the total land area of Bulacan. The municipality has 144.33 kilometers of concrete roads that easily link its 29 barangays.
Two distinct seasons characterized the town’s climate: rainy season which starts late May and ends around November; and dry season which begins November and lasts until April.
Calumpit has two (2) types of soil – the silt loam which is found in almost 90% of the entire municipality and the clay loam in the south east far end of the town. Both types are basically suited for agricultural purposes as per Department of Agriculture classifications.
Climate
The climate of Calumpit is practically similar with that of the rest of the other municipalities in the province of Bulacan. It is characterized by two (2) distinct seasons namely; the rainy and the dry. The rainy seasons starts from late May and ends around November, the dry season is from December to April. The average annual rainfall is 255.3 millimeters (mm) with the month of August having the highest month average rainfall is about 304 millimeters. The annual number of rainy days is 175 days.Population
Calumpit's current population is 70,839 as per the National Statistics Office (NSO) 1995 report, with a remarkable increase of 11,797 compared to the 59,042 population in 1990. Historically, its population grew at an average of 3.71% per annum.With a total land area of 5,625 has. the number of households of 13,923 the population density rate per hectare is 12.59, and the average number of persons per household is 5.
The barangay
Barangay
A barangay is the smallest administrative division in the Philippines and is the native Filipino term for a village, district or ward...
with the largest population is Bgy. Gatbuca with 5,570 people and the smallest is Bgy. Sergio Bayan with 649 people.
Calumpit has a relatively young population with the age group 1–19 years old constituting the majority of 46.01% of the total population. The rest consists mainly of the working group between the ages of 20 to 59 years old accounting for about 47.96% and the elderly comprising 6.02%.
In terms of sex distribution, males exceeded the number of females very slightly with a count of 35,710 and 35,087, respectively.
Language and Religion
Calumpit is predominantly a TagalogTagalog language
Tagalog is an Austronesian language spoken as a first language by a third of the population of the Philippines and as a second language by most of the rest. It is the first language of the Philippine region IV and of Metro Manila...
speaking town with about 96.3% of its people being fluent
Fluent
Fluent can refer to:* fluency, in linguistics, the ability to communicate quickly.* fluent , in mathematics, a continuous function* fluent , in artificial intelligence, a condition that varies over time...
speakers. Others speak Kapampangan
Kapampangan language
The Pampangan language, or Kapampangan , is one of the major languages of the Philippines. It is the language spoken in the province of Pampanga, the southern half of the province of Tarlac and the northern portion of the province of Bataan. Kapampangan is also understood in some barangays of...
, Aklanon and Ivatan
Ivatan language
The Ivatan language, also known as Ibatan or Chirin nu Ibatan , is an Austronesian language spoken exclusively in the Batanes Islands...
.
Having been the first town in Bulacan Christianized by the Spanish, the majority of the people are of the Roman Catholic faith. The rest belong to the Members Church of God International
Members Church of God International
The Members Church of God International is an independent Christian organization with headquarters in the Philippines. The Church of God International is colloquially known through its flagship international television program, Ang Dating Daan...
or Ang Dating Daan
Ang Dating Daan
Ang Dating Daan is a religious radio and television program in the Philippines produced by the Members of the Church of God International. It is primarily hosted by Eli Soriano. In Portugal and Brazil, it airs as O Caminho Antigo which is a direct translation for The Old Path...
estimated to have 2% in population. The Iglesia ni Kristo, IEMELIF
Iglesia Evangelica Metodista en las Islas Filipinas
Iglesia Evangelica Metodista en las Islas Filipinas was founded February 28, 1909 by Bishop Nicholas Zamora...
and the Philippine Independent Church
Philippine Independent Church
The Philippine Independent Church, The Philippine Independent Church, The Philippine Independent Church, (officially the or the IFI, also known as the Philippine Independent Catholic Church or in Ilocano: Siwawayawaya nga Simbaan ti Filipinas (in in Kinaray-a/Hiligaynon: Simbahan Hilway nga...
other groups.
Labour and Employment
As of 1995, Calumpit had a relatively big labor force of 24,095 persons or 66% of population consisting of people ages 20–59. Around 35% of these people are accounted to possess varying degrees of skills and are employed in their respective occupations; 28% are housewivesHousewife
Housewife is a term used to describe a married woman with household responsibilities who is not employed outside the home. Merriam Webster describes a housewife as a married woman who is in charge of her household...
but nevertheless have found occasional employment as farmhands, vending farm-produced in the market and doing marginal odd jobs. Others are unclassified and consist mostly of students, out-of-school youth and the unemployed.
Total households income per year is P705M, annual average household income is P 66,600.00 and per capita income annually is P 12,198.00.
Literacy
The high literacy rate (98.5%) is maintained by its twenty four (24) elementary schools and six secondary or high schools. The Bulacan Manpower and Livelihood Training Center (BMLTC), based at the heart of the town, offers vocational courses and serves as the training ground for both unskilled and highly skilled workers. As a result, most Calumpiteños haveacquired and maintained skills suited for employment especially in the agri-industrial field.
Education
This is a partial list of secondary schools in Calumpit, Bulacan.Calumpit Central School
Bio Kinetics Learning School
Pascual O. Cruz Memorial Elementary School (POCMES) at Sta. Lucia
Calumpit Central Ecumenical School(CCES) at calizon
Colegio de Calumpit, Inc.
Dampol2nd N H S Annex (Sta. Lucia)
Frances High School
Frances Elementary School
Harvesters Mission Chrisitan Academy
Meysulao Adv. Elem. Sch.for Meysulao S D A Multigrade Sch.
Petras Christian School
San Marcos National High School
Caniogan High School
Shalom Christian Academy of Bulacan
Shepherds Ways Academy of Bulacan
St. Anthony Academy of Bulacan
St. John the Baptist Catholic School
Sta. Lucia High School
Meyto Elementary School
Montessori de Enriquez School, Inc.
Arsenio Santos Memorial Elementary School
Francisco Mendoza Memorial Elementary School
This Way to Calumpit
Manila
Manila is the capital of the Philippines. It is one of the sixteen cities forming Metro Manila.Manila is located on the eastern shores of Manila Bay and is bordered by Navotas and Caloocan to the north, Quezon City to the northeast, San Juan and Mandaluyong to the east, Makati on the southeast,...
and could be reached via land transportation vehicles. Strategically located with three major exit and entry points, it can be reached from Manila via commuter buses such as the Philippine Rabbit, Baliwag Transit, Sierra Madre Liner, Victory Liner, Saulog Transit, Philippine Rapid Tansit, Metro Shuttle Transit and the Masantol Bus Transit - all in less than 45 minutes along the North Luzon Expressway
North Luzon Expressway
The North Luzon Expressway , and which is formerly called the North Diversion Road, and officially known as Radial Road 8 is a 4 to 8-lane limited-access toll expressway that connects Metro Manila to the provinces of the Central Luzon region in the Philippines...
(NLEX)
Calumpit River
This river has for centuries shaped the lives of Bulakeños. The longest river system in Bulacan, Calumpit River traverses the towns of Calumpit, Pulilan and PlaridelPlaridel
Plaridel can refer to:*the penname of Marcelo H. del Pilar*Arellano University – Plaridel Campus*J. Plaridel Silvestre World Organization of the Scout Movement Scouting notable, awardee of the Bronze Wolf in 1977...
on the east, Paombong and Hagonoy
Hagonoy
Hagonoy is the name of two places in the Philippines:*Hagonoy, Bulacan*Hagonoy, Davao del SurIt is also the Filipino common name of a plant:*Chromolaena odorata, the common floss flower....
in the West and winds up through Apalit, Macabebe and Masantol, Pampanga
Pampanga
Pampanga is a province of the Philippines located in the Central Luzon region. Its capital is the City of San Fernando, Pampanga. Pampanga is bordered by the provinces of Bataan and Zambales to the west, Tarlac and Nueva Ecija to the north, and Bulacan to the southeast...
. It was the major route for trade and commerce in this part of the country making Calumpit an established barangay prior to the coming of Spanish conquistadors. The Pampanga and Quingua Rivers served as arteries through which goods coming in and going out of Calumpit passed. At present, the river is a valued resource as a rich fishing ground and providing farmers with irrigation.
Sta. Lucia Church and Barrio Fiesta
One of the oldest barangay in the town of Calumpit, Sta. Lucia is very popular and famous because of its miraculous Patron Saint Sta. Lucia and its festival street decoration called "banderitas". During the month of December, the whole street of the village is covered by banderitas specially the front of the church. Many people from different places visit this barangay to witness the two day celebration which is December 12–13. Every year, starting December 4 up to the festival day December 13, the people of Sta, Lucia has an everyday Mass and Novena in honor of the Patron Saint and also they have a magnificent fireworks display during the opening and closing day. Sta. Lucia has a population of more or less 2,500 people mostly Roman Catholic, the others are Protestant, Iglesia Ni Kristo, Born Again and Methodist. The present barangay chairman is Jaime V. Francisco which is elected during the 2007 barangay election.Bagbag Bridge
Site of the longest battle between the Americans and Filipinos led by General Gregorio del PilarGregorio del Pilar
Gregorio del Pilar y Sempio was one of the youngest generals in the Philippine Revolutionary Forces during the Philippine Revolution and the Philippine-American War. He is most known for his role and death at the Battle of Tirad Pass...
which took place on April 25, 1899. The bridge now standing serves as a reminder of the valor displayed by the Filipino who triumphed against the American forces.Located at Brgy.Caniogan and Sto.Nino,Calumpit,Bulacan
Meyto Shrine
This is the cradle of Christianity in the province, where the first Catholic Mass was held by the Augustinian friars in 1572.And home of one of in the oldest Cross in the country.]
Calumpit Libad Festival
A fluvial procession of well-decorated pagodas is held on the river every 23 June right before the annual town fiesta in honor of St. John the Baptist. Townfolks gaily sing, dance and frenzily douse water to "baptize" passers-by - prepare to get wet.St. John the Baptist Church
The St. John the BaptistJohn the Baptist
John the Baptist was an itinerant preacher and a major religious figure mentioned in the Canonical gospels. He is described in the Gospel of Luke as a relative of Jesus, who led a movement of baptism at the Jordan River...
is one of the oldest churches in Bulacan. Constructed under the supervision of Augustinian priest Diego Vivar - Ordonez, the church has been a mute witness to the Filipinos' struggle against Spanish, American and Japanese rule. Inside the church is a tunnel that, as legend would have it, was used by priests during the Spanish regime to keep gold, religious statues and ornate jewelry hidden from the sight of treasure hunters. It is the birthplace of Christianity in the province.
Barangays
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Prominent Kalumpitenos
Dionisia De Santa Maria Mitas TalangpazDionisia De Santa Maria Mitas Talangpaz
Dionisia Talangpaz is a Filipino Roman Catholic figure. Along with her sister Cecilia Rosa De Jesus Talangpaz, she founded the "Beaterio de San Sebastian de Calumpang" , in 1719...
(1691–1732) and Cecilia Rosa De Jesus Talangpaz
Cecilia Rosa De Jesus Talangpaz
Cecilia Talangpaz is a Kapampangan Filipino Roman Catholic figure. Along with her sister Dionisia Talangpaz, she established the "Beaterio de San Sebastian de Calumpang" , in 1719...
(1693–1731)
Two noble ladies Mother Dionisia Mitas Talangpaz (1691–1732) and Mother Cecilia Rosa Talangpaz (1693–1731) from Calumpit, Bulacan, founders of the Beaterio de San Sebastian whose beatification process is now in full swing are known for their exemplary lives of prayer, self denial, service to the Church and apostolate that attracted young Filipinas.