DUMANJUG -- its culture and unknown facts

Dumanjug is a 4th class municipality in the province of Cebu, Philippines. According to the 2007 census, it has a population of 44,807 people. It has 27 schools offering basic education; four secondary schools; two school districts: Dumanjug Central and Bitoon Central; and three Catholic parishes: St. Francis of Assisi (Poblacion), St. Vincent Ferrer (Bitoon), and Christ the King (Bulak). It is the hometown of the Garcias, the present ruling political family of the province of Cebu.

Dumanjug is from the word, Duman which was the king of the municipality. Duman was the king and ruler of the municipality. Nahug means fallen, the cause of the king's death (Dumanjug). It is quite weird but Dumanjuganos cherished and took memories of the past. Dumanjug is near Ronda, Alcantra, Moalboal and Badian those municipalities known also for their culture and people. Meanwhile, Dumanjug is also known for the best native chiken "Bisayang manok". Many of the tourist that will go to beach nearby Dumanjug will dropby and buy that said delicious tasty chicken.

The town was established in 1855 by Capitan Pedro Ricamora and Padre Agustin Melgar. It is 74 kilometers southwest of the provincial capital, Cebu City. It has a land area of 11,958 hectares. It is bounded on the north by the town of Barili, on the east by the town of Sibonga, on the south by town of Ronda, and on the west by the Tañon Strait.

Dumanjug celebrated singgaw every October 4 in honor of Saint Francis of Assisi. Sinangyaw means "sangi-sayaw". It is a colorful festive to give thanks to the patron saint for the good harvest of corn, fruits and vegetables. Celebrate with us every October 4 with flying colors.

Dumanjug is also known as "Town of Friendship" for Dumanjug will be the host for any events in the south such as Beauty pagents, Basketball tournaments, Swimming competitions, DanceSports, Festive Celebration and more.

Dumanjug also has this saying "ABANTE DUMANJUG" meaning to say moving forward. Dumanjug people are looking forward and moving forward for the progressive and peaceful municipality.

Dumanjug right now is a progressive municipality of the south.


THE HIDDEN VIEWS OF THE TOWN OF FRIENDSHIP 

 This was taken in Duamnjug,Cebu,Philippines.
 

This is a proof of our town's agriculture industry. This was taken particularly in Lamac,Dumanjug,Cebu.

Beaches also brought beauty in the small town of Dumanjug. Beaches served as family's dating place during Sundays and other holidays.

Our town's plaza is considered as the widest in terms of land area all over Cebu. 
 The land of this Plaza was donated by Jakusalem Family.