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Olongapo ( [ʔɔˈlɔŋɡɐpo] ), officially the City of Olongapo ( Filipino: Lungsod ng Olongapo; Ilocano: Siudad ti Olongapo; Sambal: Siyodad nin Olongapo; Kapampangan: Lakanbalen/Ciudad ning Olongapo ), is a 1st class highly urbanized city in the Central Luzon region of the Philippines.
- 193 m (633 ft)
- 2200
- November 4, 1750
- Philippines
Olongapo, city, western Luzon, Philippines. The city is situated in a lowland area near the head of Subic Bay. Olongapo was heavily damaged during World War II (1939–45). It became a municipality in 1959 and a chartered city in 1966. The U.S. military’s Subic Bay Naval Station was located nearby.
- The Editors of Encyclopaedia Britannica
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Olongapo City Museum – this museum contains dioramas, artifacts, and paintings about te history of the city. At the entrance, a rotating Ulo ng Apo statue meets the visitors. Marikit Park – One of the earliest parks of Olongapo, it has become famous in its time. Today, it is near Gordon College, the museum, the convention center and the ...
Mar 2, 2024 · Strong Spirit of Resilience. Olongapo has demonstrated a strong spirit of resilience throughout its history, overcoming challenges and emerging as a progressive and vibrant city. These 35 facts about Olongapo provide just a glimpse into the rich tapestry of this remarkable city. From its historical significance to its stunning natural beauty ...
Aug 1, 2012 · Olongapo was originally governed as a part of the United States Naval Reservation. It was relinquished to the Philippine government and converted into a municipality on December 7, 1959. Six years later, Olongapo was reconverted to a chartered city on June 1 1966. Olongapo City administers itself autonomously from Zambales province. Adjacent to the city is the Subic Bay Freeport Zone, Zambales ...
Olongapo was described as a vast rice field back then and this old man was said to have owned every square inch of that land. Nevertheless, he was gentle and generous and was respected and loved by all. Olongapo City’s eponymous Ulo ng Apo Intersection. One day, the people found out that the old man was missing, which was a bit odd since it ...
