Iligan City
Iligan City, located in the Northern Mindanao region of the Philippines, is known as the “City of Majestic Waterfalls”due to its numerous waterfalls.
City Officials
The current local government leaders of Iligan City are:
- Mayor: Frederick W. Siao
- Vice Mayor: Ernest Oliver Uy
History
Iligan was founded as a mission by the Augustinian Recollects in 1609. The Jesuits took over the mission in 1639. The city’s name is derived from the Higaonon word “ilig”, which means “to go downstream”. The Spanish settlement was later transferred to its current location due to frequent Moro attacks. Iligan officially became a city on June 16, 1950, and was later reclassified as a highly urbanized city in 1983.
Barangays and Zip Codes
Iligan City is politically subdivided into 44 barangays. The main zip code for the city is 9200, with some specific barangays having their own unique zip codes. For example, some industrial areas have specific codes to streamline mail delivery. Cebuano is the primary language spoken by approximately 93% of the residents.
The 44 barangays are: Abuno, Acmac, Bagong Silang, Bonbonon, Bunawan, Buru-un, Dalipuga, Del Carmen, Digkilaan, Ditucalan, Dulag, Hinaplanon, Hindang, Kabacsanan, Kalilangan, Kiwalan, Lanipao, Luinab, Mahayahay, Mainit, Mandulog, Maria Cristina, Pala-o, Panoroganan, Poblacion, Puga-an, Rogongon, San Miguel, San Roque, Santa Elena, Santa Filomena, Santiago, Santo Rosario, Saray, Tibanga, Suarez, Tambacan, Tipanoy, Tomas Cabili, Tubod, Ubaldo Laya, Upper Hinaplanon, Upper Tominobo, and Villa Verde.
City Logo
The official city seal of Iligan incorporates several key elements to represent the city’s identity. The prominent waterfallsymbolizes its nickname, “The City of Majestic Waterfalls,” while a hydroelectric dam and factory silhouette represent the National Power Corporation’s Agus Hydroelectric Complex and the city’s industrial foundation. A gear also emphasizes its industrial nature. The sun signifies hope and progress, while the year 1950 marks its official charter as a city. The logo also contains the words “Iligan City” and “Lungsod sa Iligan” (City of Iligan in Cebuano).
City Hall
The Iligan City Hall is the seat of the local government. Located on Buhanginan Hill, it offers a panoramic view of the city. The building is a symbol of civic authority and is where the mayor and other city officials hold office and conduct administrative tasks.
Fiesta
Iligan City’s annual fiesta is celebrated in honor of its patron saint, Saint Michael the Archangel, every September 29. The celebration is known as the “Diyandi Festival”. The term “diyandi” is a Higaonon word that means “to celebrate”or “to rejoice”. The festival features a grand street dance parade, cultural presentations, and religious activities. The Kinabayo Festival, which reenacts the battle of St. James the Apostle against the Moors, is a separate event that is not part of Iligan’s fiesta and is instead associated with Dapitan City, Zamboanga del Norte.
