Bontoc, officially the Municipality of Bontoc (Bontok: Ili nan Bóntoc; Balangao: Babley hen Bóntoc; Kankanaey: Ili di Bóntoc Ilocano: Ili ti Bóntoc; Tagalog: Bayan ng Bóntoc; Spanish: Municipio de Bóntoc), is a municipality and capital of the province of Mountain Province, Philippines.

The Bontoc (or Bontok) ethnolinguistic group can be found in the central and eastern portions of Mountain Province, on the island of Luzon in the Philippines. Although some Bontocs of Natonin and Paracelis identify themselves as Balangaos , Gaddangs or Kalingas , the term "Bontoc" is used by linguists and anthropologists to distinguish speakers ...

Jul 28, 2022 · Bontok, meaning “mountain,” refers to the people who share close linguistic and cultural similarities and originate from Bontoc, which is the place and name of a municipality in Mountain Province. The people of this group call themselves Ifontok in their own language. Bontoc province consists of 10 municipalities and 144 barangays.

Oct 10, 2024 · Bontoc is probably one of the busiest towns in the Cordilleras. It is where people from nearby towns and villages go to replenish their supplies, sell their goods, seek medical help and take care of business matters such as bank transactions and cash remittances.

Bontoc isn't just a place on the map; it's a cultural treasure trove and a geographical wonder. Its story is interwoven with the rich history of the Philippines, and its landscapes are etched with the artistry of the indigenous Igorot people.

Bontoc suffered heavily during the retaking of the U.S. troops. Local Chief Executives. There is no account that points to the names and number of local chief executives of Bontoc since it was created as the seat of the district of the same name in 1887. As early as 1918 until the present, there were/are 26 appointed and elected municipal chief ...

Bontoc is a municipality in landlocked Mountain Province, Cordillera Administrative Region (CAR), Philippines. It serves as the provincial capital, and has a population of 24,104 (2020 Census figures) distributed over 16 barangays.

Aug 4, 2024 · Whether exploring the past, embracing the present, or admiring the natural beauty, tourism in Bontoc offers a rich and diverse experience for travelers seeking to discover the heart of the Mountain Province. 1.) Picture with Bontoc Signages

The Bontoc work metal and make spear blades with double-piston bellows. Each villages has traditionally specialized in a single craft: baskets, pottery, beeswax, fermented sugar cane juice, spear blades and breech clothes.

Feb 16, 2024 · Bontoc, the capital of Mountain Province, is a town steeped in stunning geographical features and rich cultural heritage. According to the 2020 Philippine census, it is home to 24,104 people and is politically subdivided into 16 barangays, spanning a total land area of 396.10 square kilometers.