Magsaysay is a 4th class coastal municipality of of Misamis Oriental Province in Northern Mindanao Region or Region 10, Philippines.
Profile of Magsaysay Municipality (Geography)
Location –> Eastern part of Misamis Oriental, Northern Mindanao, Southern Philippines (See map below)
Neighboring Towns –> Carmen in Agusan Del Norte (east) and Gingoog City (south)
Area –> 143.14 km2 (55.27 sq mi)
Population –> 34,605 (2015 Census)
Revenue (2016) –> 90,304,610.13
Barangays –> 25
Terrain –> Mountainous with coastal plains
Industries –> Agriculture, Trading, Tourism
Major Products –> Rice, Vegetables, Poultry, Handicraft, Home-made Food Items
People/Language –> Cebuano, Tagalog, English
Legislative District –> 1st
Government Officials
Go here to see the elected municipal officials of Magsaysay.
History of Magsaysay
Magsaysay was formerly called Linugos. In 1957, it acquired its current name.
Economy of Magsaysay
Farming and fishing are the main source of income in Magsaysay town. Rice, fish, coconut and corn are the chief agricultural products.
Tourist Spots in Magsaysay
Divine Mercy Monument
San Roque Parish Church
Festivals in Magsaysay
Kahimunan Festival
Map of Magsaysay Municipality in Misamis Oriental Province
See also: Profile of Mayor Rey Buhisan, Governor Yevgeny Vicente Emano