It's more fun in Caloocan: Fun facts about Caloocan you probably didn’t know.

It is more fun in the Philippines. Philippines has been rich in history, culture, and values. To start with, the Philippines has been rich in history and culture. Most of what you say in our culture are a product of the invasions that happened before. In fact, most of what we eat today are highly influenced by the foreign countries. However, there is one distinct aspect on being a Filipino; that is, the Filipinos' unparalleled hospitality. Being known for our Filipino trait of hospitality, visitors in the Philippines will surely feel at home.

Apart from the rich history and values,  Philippines is more fun because of its tourist spots and thriving cities. One of the remarkable cities is Caloocan.

The City of Caloocan

Bonifacio Monument Circle in South Caloocan | Photo by Paulyene Cayco

Caloocan or ‘Kalookan’ was founded in 1761 and became a municipality in 1815. After years of suffering from the impact of the previous world wars,  Caloocan is now an emerging city and a prime location that offers a myriad of great opportunities.

Here are the fun facts about the historic city of Caloocan:

1.  Caloocan City is a populous city.

Yup, Caloocan city was actually a populous city. It has a record of 1.5 M population according to the 2015 census record. Indeed, Caloocan City  has a big market when it comes to real estate and commercial developments. The city is considered highly-urbanized that offers promising opportunities. Imagine living behind the curtains of the city's hustle and enjoying the breeze of fresh suburban air coming from its 15-minute provincial neighbor - Bulacan.

The Etymology of Caloocan City

Before it was named Caloocan, it is known as “Aromahan” and “Libis Espina” during the Spanish period. 

     Caloocan was derived from the tTagalog word “lo-ok” which mean bay. Some believe it is from the word “sulok” which means corner since it is located on the corner of the old town of Tondo and Malabon. Hence, Caloocan was from the word play “kasuluk-sulokan” which means innermost. In 1815, Caloocan was separated from the town of Tondo. In 1961, Caloocan was declared as a city from being a town. In February 16, 1962 formerly President Diosdado Macapagal officially declared it as a City.

Caloocan has the oldest Leprosarium in Asia

Dr. Jose N. Rodriguez Memorial Hospital and Sanitarium is the oldest leprosarium in the Philippines.  It was established in 1940 and was formerly known as Tala Leprosarium as it is located in Tala, Caloocan. Primarily, it caters leper victims. Specifically, the Tala Leprosarium accommodates thousands of people with Hansen’s disease all over Luzon.

In 1970, the hospital started accommodating non-leper patients. To date, Dr. Jose N. Rodriguez Hospital and Sanitarium still serve as a principal referral hospital for leper victims here in the Philippines.

2.  Caloocan is geographically divided in to two.

Looking on the map, Caloocan is divided into two. There is the southern part which has  the borders of Malabon, and Manila. Meanwhile, the Northern part of Caloocan has the borders of the province of Bulacan, Valenzuela and Quezon City. 

Did you know that the end borders of Caloocan do not meet? Yes! In fact, the cities of Valenzuela and Quezon City have a great distance from each other. 

Investing in Caloocan with Camella Manors

Affordable Condo in Caloocan - Camella Manors Caloocan

 

There are still a lot to explore in Caloocan City and one of this is having a winning investment that is certain to appreciate in value. 

Did you know that Camella Manors Caloocan is the first mixed-use condo development with resort-inspired amenities in area? It is also the condo community in Calocoan that has its own commercial complex which makes life really interesting for first-time investors and end-users,

Learn more about Camella Manors Caloocan here.