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Caloocan

Caloocan is a highly urbanized city in the National Capital Region of the Philippines. It forms part of Metro Manila and lies on the region’s northern side, directly north of Manila and bordered by Valenzuela to the west and by Malabon, Navotas, and Manila to the east and south. The city contains a mix of residential, commercial, and light industrial areas.

As of the 2020 census, Caloocan had a population of approximately 1.58 million, making it one of

Historically, Caloocan originated as a coastal settlement and grew through the Spanish and American periods. It

Transportation in Caloocan centers on Monumento, a major district that hosts a busy transport hub, a large

Notable landmarks include Monumento Circle and the Caloocan City Hall complex. Caloocan continues to expand its

the
most
populous
cities
in
the
Philippines.
It
is
divided
into
two
congressional
districts
and
numerous
barangays,
reflecting
its
large
urban
footprint.
was
established
as
a
city
in
1962,
formed
from
two
former
municipalities
in
the
area.
In
recent
decades
it
has
developed
into
a
major
northern
hub
for
commerce,
services,
and
housing,
with
a
range
of
public
facilities
and
private
enterprises.
public
market,
and
connections
to
rail
and
road
networks.
The
city
is
served
by
Manila’s
urban
rail
lines
and
several
major
roads,
linking
it
with
other
parts
of
Metro
Manila.
infrastructure
and
public
services
to
accommodate
its
growing
population.