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Cavite, officially the Province of Cavite (Tagalog: Lalawigan ng Kabite; Chavacano: Provincia de Cavite), is a province in the Philippines located in the Calabarzon region in Luzon. Located on the southern shores of Manila Bay and southwest of Manila, it is one of the most industrialized and fastest-growing provinces in the Philippines.
Sítio. www.cavitecity.gov.ph. Cavite é uma cidade de quarta classe de renda da cidade na província Cavite, nas Filipinas. De acordo com o censo de 1 maio de 2020 possui uma população de 100 674 pessoas [ 3] e 27 473 domicílios. [ 4] Ocupa uma península com forma de anzuelo na baía de Manila.
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The city has been known by at least two Tagalog names, the first being Tangway, which was the name given to the area by Tagalog settlers. Tangway simply means "peninsula". The second is Kawit or "hook", referring to the hook-shaped landform along the coast of Bacoor Bay, and from which the Chinese Keit and Spanish Caviteare in turn derived.
Early history
The early inhabitants of Cavite City were the Tagalogs ruled by the Kampilan and the bullhorn of a datu, the tribal form of government. According to folklore, the earliest settlers came from Borneo, led by Gat Hinigiw and his wife Dayang Kaliwanag, who bore seven children. Archaeological evidence in the coastal areas shows prehistoric settlements.
Spanish colonial era
On May 16, 1571, the Spanish conquistador Miguel López de Legazpi declared the region a royal encomienda, or royal land grant. Spanish colonizers settled in the most populated area of the place (present-day Kawit), they called it Cavite. The old Tangway at the tip of the Cavite Peninsula, across Bacoor Bay, was referred to as Cavite la Punta, meaning "Point of Cavite" or Cavite Point. Upon discovering that because of its deep waters, Cavite la Punta was a suitable place for the repair and con...
American invasion era
Control over the port was turned over to the Americans by Spain after the Treaty of Paris of 1898at the turn of the 19th century. At the start of the American era, Cavite Puerto became the seat of the U.S. Naval Forces in the Philippines. It was redesigned to make way for modern ships and armaments. The ruinous historical structures like Fort Guadalupe were demolished, along with most of Fort San Felipe. Local government administration was under the renamed Presidentes municipales with the di...
The City of Cavite occupies most of the hook-shaped Cavite Peninsula that juts into Manila Bay. The peninsula is bounded by Bacoor Bay to the southeast. The peninsula ends at two tips – Sangley Point and Cavite Point. Cañacao Bay is the body of water formed between Sangley Point and Cavite Point. The latter was the location of the old historic Port...
According to the 2020 census, it has a population of 100,674 people,with a density of 9,200 inhabitants per square kilometer or 24,000 inhabitants per square mile.
Festivals and events
The city is home to the Annual Cavite City Water Festival or Regada, held every 17th and 24th day of June. It is a festive and religious celebration of the feast of St. John the Baptist. Regada started in 1996 and features the "Paulan" or "Basayawan", which is a street party where celebrators dance under water sprinklers.Another celebration is the Feast for the Our Lady of Solitude of Porta Vaga, which is annually observed by local Catholics during every second Sunday of November. Other notab...
Cuisine
Food in Cavite City is influenced by its Spanish heritage combined with Filipino tradition. One popular native dish is bacalao (sauteed codfish), which is served during the Lenten season. A variation of bibingka locally known as bibingkang samala can also be found in the city. This delicacy is made of glutinous rice (malagkit), coconut milk and sugar.
Transportation
The only road connecting Cavite City to the rest of Luzon is the National Route 62, which begins at P. Burgos Avenue in Caridad district and continues towards Noveleta as the Manila–Cavite Road (not to be confused with Manila-Cavite Expressway). A proposal to construct an expressway from Kawit to Cavite City via Bacoor Bay has been raised to the Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH). When realized, the expressway would serve as a link to Manila-Cavite Expressway(CAVITEx). Cavite City...
Utilities
Water services are currently provided by Maynilad. Meanwhile, electric services are currently provided by Meralco.
Flag
The flag of the city was created by Mayor Timoteo O. Encarnacion, Jr. and was adopted by the Sangguniang Panlungsodthrough Resolution No. 95-081 dated September 6, 1995, in time for the 55th Cavite City Charter Day. The meaning, symbol and significance of the flag components: 1. The two red strips symbolize courage and bravery. 2. The middle green strip symbolizes progress and advancement 3. The half sun has a twofold meaning. If the rising sun, it means hope, dreams, and visions for progress...
Seal
The current seal of the city was designed by Mayor Timoteo O. Encarnacion, Jr. It was adopted by the Sangguniang Panlungsod through Resolution No. 140-90, then approved by the Local Executive on September 7, 1990. On November 3, 1993, the National Historical Institute and the president, through the Department of the Interior and Local Governmentissued a Certificate of Registration recognizing the new seal. The shield stands for bravery and fortitude. The colors red, white, blue, yellow stand...
Cavite City has one sister city, as designated by Sister Cities International: 1. Melilla, Spain 2. San Diego, California, United States
Media related to Cavite Cityat Wikimedia CommonsOfficial Cavite City GovernmentwebsiteCavite is a picturesque historic province located southeast of Metro Manila. The province is known as the Historic Capital of the Philippines, being the site many battles fought before the country gained total independence. Cavite is teeming with historic sites, natural attractions, nice beaches and wonderful food that lure thousands of foreign ...
Cavite (Kawit) é um município de primeira classe de renda municipal (d) na província Cavite, nas Filipinas. De acordo com o censo de 1 de maio de 2020 possui uma população de 107 535 pessoas [3] e 29 082 domicílios. [4] Tem uma superfície de 16,7 km². Kawit é o lugar de nascimento de Emilio Aguinaldo, o primeiro presidente das
Cavite is a suburb of Manila located to the south of Manila Bay. It is approximately around two to three hours or 33 kilometers from the capital city of Manila. Cavite is notable for being the hometown of Filipino national leaders such as former President Emilio Aguinaldo.
WELCOME TO Cavite. Cavite is steeped in history and blessed with natural beauty. Follow an interesting trail of historic sites and monuments associated with the Philippine Revolution. Prepare your senses at breathtaking landscapes and natural attractions, while you indulge in various health massage and wellness treatments.
