tubaan

Tubaan is a municipality in the province of Cagayan, Philippines. It is situated in the northeastern part of the Cagayan Valley region. The town has a total land area of 147.46 square kilometers and a population of 28,230 as of the 2020 census.

The name "Tubaan" is derived from the Ibanag term "tabawan", which means "hanging bridge" or "suspended bridge". This refers to the town's earliest known mode of transportation, where people and goods were transported across the Cagayan River via a series of hanging bridges.

Tubaan is an agricultural town, with its economy primarily based on farming and livestock production. The local government has established several irrigation systems and initiatives to improve agricultural productivity in the area. The town's climate ranges from tropical to subtropical, with two main seasons: wet and dry. The wet season, which typically starts in May, brings significant rainfall and overflow from the Cagayan River, which can be detrimental to crops.

The town has a total of 25 barangays, with 11 of them being urbanized. The town's central business district is located in the barangay of Dupaxa, where the majority of the town's population resides. The local government has invested in infrastructure projects, including the construction of roads, bridges, and public facilities.

Tubaan has a rich cultural heritage, with a mix of Ibanag and Ilocano influences in its customs and traditions. The town celebrates several festivals throughout the year, including the annual Tubaan Festival, which showcases the town's agricultural products and cultural traditions.