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Norzagaray is a municipality in Bulacan, Philippines with a population of over 105,000 people. Its major industries include cement, marble processing, food, and pyrotechnics. Notable tourist attractions in Norzagaray include Bakas on the Angat River, known for its natural beauty; the Angat Hydroelectric Dam, which has a 37-kilometer reservoir; and Pinagrealan Cave, used historically as a hideout. Norzagaray has potential for further tourism development but some sites require improved accessibility. The town is rich in natural resources and its people are known for their hospitality.

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Physical and Socio-Political

Norzagaray is a municipality in Bulacan, Philippines with a population of over 105,000 people. Its major industries include cement, marble processing, food, and pyrotechnics. Notable tourist attractions in Norzagaray include Bakas on the Angat River, known for its natural beauty; the Angat Hydroelectric Dam, which has a 37-kilometer reservoir; and Pinagrealan Cave, used historically as a hideout. Norzagaray has potential for further tourism development but some sites require improved accessibility. The town is rich in natural resources and its people are known for their hospitality.

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Physical and Socio-Political

Land Area
28,852 has.
No. of Barangays 13
Population (2007) 105,470
Commerce and Industry
Major Industries:
Cement, Marble/Marble Processing, Food/Food Processing, Pyrotechnics
Major Products:
Bakeries, Processed meat and Agricultural products
Indigenous/Raw Materials Available:
Cement and Marbles
Political Subdivision
Norzagaray is politically subdivided into the following 13 barangays:
Pre-Spanish records revealed that, once, the town of Norzagaray was a remote wilderness. It was
then called "Casay" a mere barrio of the town Angat.
During the Spanish occupation, the people of barrio Casay worked for reforms-politically,
socially and economically in order to be separated from Angat. They succeeded in their attempts
so that the Spanish Government, Through Governor-General Fernando de Norzagaray y
Escudero (1857-1860), issued a proclamation declaring barrio Casay as a distinct town separated
from Angat. Political boundaries were established and barrio Casay was called "Norzagaray".
The name of the town was derived from the name of the Governor-General who declared the
separation of the said barrio from the political unit of Angat.
Today, the town of Norzagaray is a fast rising commercial and economic place with some tourist
potentials. One of the busiest spots in the locality, particularly during summertime, is called
"Bakas". Bakas is situated or is a portion of the Angat River, which is noted for its big natural
white stones along the riverbank, the green scenery surrounding it, the fresh air, and the cool and
the calm flowing current. Metro Manila residents and others coming from distant towns
oftentimes visit the place for relaxation.
Another potential spots for tourism is the area where the Angat River Hydroelectric Plant is
located. This is the biggest hydroelectric plant the National Power Corporation (NPC) has ever
constructed in the entire Philippines. The 37-kilometer reservoir of this hydroelectric plant is a
wonder, covered with virgin forest-a nest for wild life. It has a cool climate. During nighttime, it
is virtually a city situated in the wilds.

There is still other tourism potentials in this locality teat can be tapped. However, there are
problems, which need immediate solutions. Some of this places are located in remote areas of the
town and most are not accessible to motor vehicles.
The town of Norzagaray is rich in natural resources and endowed with natural beauty. Its people
are religious, industrious and very hospitable just like any other people in neighboring town of
Bulacan.
Given more time with its natural wealth, the town of Norzagaray will be the next "goldmine" in
this part of the country. With its preserving people and enlightened leadership, Norzagaray is the
town to watch.
Tourism

Norzagary Cockpit Arena


Today, the town of Norzagaray is quickly rising in terms of commercial and economic status
with tourist potentials. "Bakas" which is on a portion of the Angat River is recognized as one of
the busiest places in the locality, particularly during summertime, which is noted for its natural
beauty. People from distant towns often visit the place for relaxation.
Another potential spot for tourism is where the Angat River Hydroelectric Plant or Angat Dam is
located. The dam is the biggest hydroelectric plant the National Power Corporation (NPC) has
ever constructed in terms of power capacity within the entire Philippines. Because of Angat
Dam's size, its reservoir sinks to critical levels during the dry season necessitating the need
for cloud seeding in some years. The 37-kilometre (23 mi) reservoir of this hydroelectric plant is
covered with forests producing a cool climate.
Another is the Pinagrealan Cave located in Barangay Bigte. This cave is a subterranean network
of caverns extending more than a kilometer deep. The Katipunero Revolutionaries during the war
against Spain used it as a camp in 1896 and again during the Filipino-American War in 1898 as
hideout of General Emilio Aguinaldo (the First President of the Philippines). It was also used as
a sanctuary by the Japanese Imperial Army when the Philippines was liberated by joint Filipino
and American Forces.
There are still other sites with tourism potential in the locality. However, some of these places are
located in remote areas of the town, which are inaccessible to motor vehicles, therefore in need
of immediate attention.
The town of Norzagaray is rich in natural resources and endowed with natural beauty. Its people
are claimed to be religious, industrious and very hospitable just like any other person from
Bulacan.

The town people do have recreation like legal gambling. The government and private sectors
provided services and education to the natives.
The town is rich in scenic spots, navigable rivers and medieval Churches, inter alia. The
following are the points of interests:

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