Kawit

Kawit is a coastal municipality in Cavite province, Philippines, situated along Manila Bay on the northern coast of the province. It is part of the Calabarzon region. The town's history traces back to the Spanish colonial era, when it developed as a local community within Cavite.

Kawit is best known for the Aguinaldo Shrine, the ancestral home of Emilio Aguinaldo, the first president of the Philippines. On June 12, 1898, Aguinaldo proclaimed Philippine independence from Spain on the house’s balcony; the shrine is now a museum and national shrine that commemorates this event. The site remains a focal point for national commemorations and visits by history enthusiasts.

The economy of Kawit features residential development, agriculture and fishing, and some small-scale manufacturing and commerce. The shoreline supports fishing as a traditional activity, and the municipality has growing commercial areas serving local residents and visitors.

Governing Kawit is a municipality headed by a mayor and a municipal council, operating within the framework of Philippine local government. Transportation is by road, with local and regional buses, jeepneys, and tricycles providing access to neighboring towns and to Metro Manila. The presence of the Aguinaldo Shrine contributes to cultural tourism, while other churches, schools, and local services support daily life in Kawit.