Guimaras facts for kids

Map of the Philippines showing the location of Guimaras

The provincial flag of Guimaras

Guimaras is a special island province in the Philippines. It's known for its super sweet mangoes! This lovely island is part of the Western Visayas region. The main town and capital of Guimaras is called Jordan.

Discovering Guimaras Island

Guimaras is a smaller island, but it's full of natural beauty. It's located in the central part of the Philippines, making it a great place to visit.

Where is Guimaras Located?

Guimaras is found in the Panay Gulf, which is a large body of water. It's very close to Panay Island and Negros Island. The city of Iloilo is just a short boat ride away across the Iloilo Strait.

What Makes Guimaras Special?

Guimaras is most famous for its delicious mangoes. Many people say these are the sweetest mangoes in the world! Because of this, Guimaras is often called the "Mango Capital of the Philippines."

The Manggahan Festival

Every year, Guimaras celebrates its famous mangoes with a big party called the Manggahan Festival. This festival is a lot of fun, with street dances, parades, and, of course, lots of mangoes to eat! It's a time when the whole island celebrates its most famous fruit.

Images for kids

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  Mangoes galore in the Guimaras Manggahan Festival

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  Guimaras greenery

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  From Guimaras, a view of Iloilo City across the Iloilo Strait.

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  Hubon Guimarasnon of Manggahan Festival.