Aklan (province) facts for kids
Aklan (pronounced "ak-LAN") is a province in the Philippines. It's located in the Western Visayas region, which is in the central part of the country. Aklan is special because it's known as the oldest province in the Philippines! Its capital city is Kalibo.
History
The people who live in Aklan are called Aklanons. Many historians believe they are descendants of ancient people called Austronesians. These early settlers arrived in the Philippines a very long time ago, possibly during the Iron Age.
The name "Aklan" comes from the Akean River. The word "Akean" means "where there is boiling," which might describe how the river looked or behaved in the past.
Notable people
Here are some well-known people from Aklan:
Related pages
You might also be interested in these nearby places:
Images for kids
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A view of the beautiful Aklan River
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Political map of Aklan -
An Ati family in front of Kalibo Cathedral.
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A view of the Grotto in Boracay at dusk. Tourism is the main industry in Boracay.
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Philippine spotted deer
See also
In Spanish: Aclán para niños
