Boac, Marinduque
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| Motto: Service to God and People | |||
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 Boac
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| Coordinates: 13°26′57″N 121°50′14″E / 13.44917°N 121.83722°ECoordinates: 13°26′57″N 121°50′14″E / 13.44917°N 121.83722°E | |||
| Country |  Philippines |
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| Region | MIMAROPA | ||
| Province | Marinduque (capital) | ||
| District | Lone District of Marinduque | ||
| Founded | 1579 | ||
| Barangays | 61 | ||
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| • Mayor | Roberto Madla (Lakas-Kampi-CMD) | ||
| • Vice Mayor | Dante Marquez (Liberal) | ||
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| Area | |||
| • Total | 412.72 km2 (159.4 sq mi) | ||
| Elevation78 | 45 m (148 ft) | ||
| Population (2007) | |||
| • Total | 80,823 | ||
| • Density | 195.8/km2 (507.2/sq mi) | ||
| Time zone | PST (UTC+8) | ||
| ZIP code | 4900 | ||
| Dialing code | 42 | ||
| Income class | 2nd class; partially urban | ||
| Website | http://www.boac.gov.ph/lgu_page.htm | ||
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Boac is one of the two first class municipalities in Marinduque (the another one is Santa Cruz) municipality in the province of Marinduque, Philippines. The capital has a population of 50,823 people according to the 2007 census.[citation needed]
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[edit] Barangays
Boac is politically subdivided into 61 administrative divisions called barangays, which are listed below.
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[edit] History
The name Boac is derived from the Tagalog word biak, which means "divided".[1] The town had been divided into two areas by a river running from the Eastern hinterland to the Western plains down to the sea. The two areas were the Northern Area and the Southern Area.
In 1621, the Spanish Jesuit missionaries brought the 3-foot Marian image to Boac. So began the people's devotion to the image of the Virgin Mary.
In the mid-seventeenth century, a group of Muslims within the Philippines called the Moro people felt threatened by the actions of the ruling Spanish government. So, they challenged the government by launching attacks on coastal Christian towns. This resulted in a raid along the shores of Barangay Laylay, near the Boac River.[2]
During the siege, the neighbourhood people fled in panic and took refuge inside the fortress church of Boac, which is now called Immaculate Conception Cathedral. In the meantime, all able-bodied men defended the outer walls of the church fortress against the attacks. Many Christians were killed and, by the third day of violence, those still alive began to run short on food. The capture of the fortress seemed imminent.
The survivors began to pray fervently at the throne of Mary, asking her to deliver them from their enemies. Legend says that suddenly there came a very strong storm, with torrential rain fall, thunder and lightning. At the very height of the storm, it is reported that the image of a beautiful lady with outstretched arms appeared standing on the top of the wall. Terror seized the Moros and they fled in confusion to their vinta boats. Thus, the Christians were saved from death by Mary.[2]
Ever since this incident, the image of Mary has been honoured and given the title “Biglang Awa.” In order to commemorate the miracle, a stone niche was built on the wall at the very spot where Mary appeared. The old image brought by the Jesuits in Boac was placed there. There is still a shrine at this location today.
Former Governor Carmencita Ongsiako Reyes built a larger-than-life-size image of the Virgin Mary in cement and placed in the seashore in Balanacan Port to welcome travellers to the island.[2]
On May 10, 2008, the Diocese of Boac celebrated the thirtieth anniversary and the golden anniversary of the canonical coronation of Mahal na Birhen ng Biglang-Awa (1958–2008). Cardinal Ricardo Vidal of Mogpog, Marinduque, officiated at the consecrated mass.
In 1942, Boac was occupied by Japanese troops. In 1945, the Battle of Marinduque began and the American - Philippine Commonwealth troops landed in Boac.
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- The Annual Moriones Festival is held in Boac and surrounding areas of Marinduque Island during the Lenten season. This holy celebration is famed as one of the most colorful festivities in Marinduque and the Philippines.
- The Feast of the Immaculate Conception is celebrated every December 8.
[edit] Places/Tourism
- Kabugsakan Falls in Brgy. Tugos
- Tahanan sa Isok [1] in Brgy. Isok
- Villa Aplaya Beach Resort in Brgy. Ihatub
- Blue Sea in Brgy. Amoingon
- Susana Inn in Malbog, Buenavista
- Kusina sa Plaza in San Miguel
- Cely's Kichenette in San Miguel
- Bodette's for souvenirs in San Miguel
- And long beach shores from Maligaya to Cawit for almost free.
- San Miguel Boac Marinduque
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- Situated in the centre of town, Boac Public Market is one of the Boac's landmarks. Vendors sell both dry and wet products in four air conditioned buildings. Transport terminals located near the market carry goods to different barangays. It is considered to be the mini-supermarket of the province.
- Marinduque National High School is the main school in Marinduque province. This institution once was used as a camp for Spainards, Japanese, American, and Filipino armies during World War II.
- The most important facts and information about the Island are collected and preseved at the Boac Museum. It is located beside the Boac Town Plaza and Rizal Park.
- Boac Town Plaza is located in Brgy. San Miguel. It is where most major gatherings and parties are held.
- The Boac Cathedral is Marinduque's central cathedral. Located in Brgy. Mataas na Bayan, it is a historical church where the Katipunan Flag is said to have been baptized. Our Lady of Immaculate Conception is the patron saint of Boac, while Birhen ng Biglang-Awa is the patron saint of the province.
- Located in Brgy. San Miguel, Boac Town Arena is where the famous senakulo (a part of the celebration of Moriones Festival) is held.
- Don Luis Hidalgo Memorial School, also known as Boac Central School, is one of the landmarks in Boac. It is located beside the Marinduque National High School.
- Another national landmark is Marinduque Provincial Capitol, located in Brgy. Santo. It is located near the Dr. Damian Reyes Memorial Hospital (formerly Marinduque Provincial Hospital) and Camp Maximo Abad.
- Biglang-Awa Bridge is the longest bridge in the province, connecting Brgy. Tampus to Brgy. Bantad. Many people stand on the bridge to watch the sun set and to get a good view of the Boac Cathedral.
- The only state college is Marinduque State College, which offers courses accredited by CHED and TESDA. Its main campus is situated in Brgy. Tanza, Boac and it has satellite campuses throughout the province.
- Casa Real is a small museum, situated in the former site of Rizal Park in Brgy. San Miguel.
[edit] Transportation
- Bus - bounding from Kamias in Quezon City and Makati City to Boac via RO-RO.
- Jeepnies - bounding to different municipalities of the county.
- FX taxi - bounding to different barangays of Boac.
- Tricycle - bounding to different barangays.
[edit] External links
- Boac, Marinduque official website
- Philippine Standard Geographic Code
- 2000 Philippine Census Information
- Ang Kasaysayan ng Mahal na Birhen ng Biglang-awa - Boac, Marinduque
- The Roman Catholic Diocese of Boac, Marinduque, Philippines
- Marinduque State College - Main
- Marinduque State College Accredited Programs
- Pinoy Science Wiz Kids to Compete in 2006 ISEF in Indiana - Marinduque National High School
- Ten Filipino students earn trip to US fair - Marinduque National High School
- Total Population by Province, City, Municipality and Barangay as of August 1, 2007
- Local Governance Performance Management System
- Visit Marinduque - Tourism Site
[edit] References
- ^ http://www.boac.gov.ph/lgu_page.htm Boac Government Website
- ^ a b c showbizandstyle.inquirer.net, Biglang Awa of Boac marks golden jubilee
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