Location: Central Luzon Region (Region III), Philippines.
Capital: Iba
Major Cities: Olongapo City (highly urbanized city, independent of the province).
Neighboring Areas: Bordered by Pangasinan to the north, Tarlac and Pampanga to the east, Bataan to the south, and the West Philippine Sea to the west.
Area: Approximately 3,830 square kilometers, making it the second-largest province in Central Luzon.
Population: Around 650,000 (as of 2020 census).
Mountain Range: The Zambales Mountain Range, featuring Mount Pinatubo, a historically active volcano.
Beaches: Known for its pristine beaches like Anawangin Cove, Nagsasa Cove, and Potipot Island.
Natural Features: Zambales is home to scenic waterfalls, forests, and coral reefs.
Economy
Industries: Fishing, agriculture, tourism, and mining.
Major Crops: Mangoes (notably the sweet Zambales mango), rice, and other fruits.
Culture and Festivals
Languages: Sambal, Ilocano, Tagalog, and English.
Religion: Predominantly Roman Catholic, with other Christian and indigenous beliefs.
Dinamulag Festival: Celebrates the famous Zambales mangoes.
Malatarlak Festival: Honors the cultural heritage of the indigenous Aetas.
Historical Significance
Zambales derives its name from "Zambal," referring to the early inhabitants of the region, the Sambal people.
The province played a role in Philippine history, particularly during the Spanish and American colonial periods.
Subic Bay, located in Zambales, was once a U.S. Naval Base and is now a freeport zone and a hub for commerce and tourism.
Iba, Zambales, Philippines
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