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Pasig
Highly urbanized city
F. Ortigas Jr. Road
Montefalco Church
Pasig Cathedral
Plaza Rizal
Ortigas Avenue
Caruncho Avenue
Capitol Commons
Flag of Pasig
Flag
Official seal of Pasig
Seal
Official logo of Pasig
Motto(s): 
Pasig: Umaagos ang Pag-asa
English: "Pasig: Hope Flows!"
Anthem: Martsa ng Pasig
(Pasig March)
   Pasig in    Metro Manila
   Pasig in    Metro Manila
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Pasig is located in Philippines
Pasig
Pasig
Location in Philippines
Country Philippines
Region National Capital Region
Province None
District [[{{#property:P7938}} | — Lua error in Module:Wd at line 1804: attempt to index field 'wikibase' (a nil value).]]
Established July 2, 1573
Cityhood and HUC January 21, 1995
Barangays 30 (see Barangays)
Government
 • Type Sangguniang Panlungsod
Area
 • Total 48.46 km2 (18.71 sq mi)
Elevation
9.0 m (29.5 ft)
Highest elevation
136 m (446 ft)
Lowest elevation
-1 m (−3.3 ft)
Population
 (2020 census)
 • Total 803,159
 • Rank 9th
 • Density 16,573.6/km2 (42,926/sq mi)
 • Households
212,895
Demonym(s) Pasigueño (Male)
Pasigueña (Female)
Economy
 • Income class 1st city income class
 • Poverty incidence
2.1
% (2023)
 • Revenue ₱ 14,913 million (2022)
 • Assets ₱ 51,688 million (2022)
 • Expenditure ₱ 9,779 million (2022)
 • Liabilities ₱ 6,539 million (2022)
Service provider
 • Electricity Manila Electric Company (Meralco)
 • Water Manila Water
Time zone UTC+8 (PST)
PSGC
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IDD:area code  +63 (0)02
Native languages Tagalog
Major religions Roman Catholic Church, Protestantism, Iglesia ni Cristo, Evangelicalism
Feast date December 8
Catholic diocese Roman Catholic Diocese of Pasig
Patron saint Immaculate Conception
Website pasigcity.gov.ph

Pasig, officially known as the City of Pasig, is a large city in the National Capital Region of the Philippines. It is a highly urbanized city. In 2024, about 853,050 people lived there.

Pasig is located on the eastern side of Metro Manila, next to Rizal province. The city is named after the Pasig River. Pasig used to be mostly farms and factories. Now, it has many businesses, especially in the Ortigas Center area. The city is home to the Roman Catholic Diocese of Pasig. Its main church, Pasig Cathedral, was built around the same time the town was founded in 1573.

Pasig was once part of Rizal province. But in 1975, it became part of Metro Manila. The old government building for Rizal province was in Pasig. In 2009, a new capitol was built in Antipolo, which is in Rizal province. On June 19, 2020, Antipolo officially became the capital of Rizal.

What's in a Name? The Meaning of Pasig

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The old center of Pasig near the Pasig Cathedral

The name Pasig comes from a Tagalog word. It means "a river that flows into the sea" or "sandy bank of a river."

The word is related to other words like Tagalog dalampasigan (meaning "shore") and Malay pasir (meaning "beach" or "sand").

Pasig's Past: A Look at History

Early Days of Pasig

We don't have many written records from before the Spanish arrived in 1573. That's when they started the settlement called Ciudad-Municipal de Pasig.

Pasig City (41)
A section of the Bitukang Manok

However, old family records and stories tell us about a busy village. It was located along the Bitukang Manok River. This river is now mostly gone and is called Parian Creek. This village eventually grew into modern-day Pasig.

The creek was called Bitukang Manok (which means "Chicken Gut" in Tagalog). This was because of its winding, snake-like shape. Early people living there included Tagalogs and people from South China. The Bitukang Manok used to be a main branch of the Marikina River. The Spanish called it Rio de Pasig, but locals still used its original name.

The first part of the Bitukang Manok became known as "Pariancillo." Chinese and Malay traders used to meet there to trade with Tagalogs. This area later became the city's main public market. The creek also helped Pasig's economy grow during the Spanish colonial era. It helped water the rice fields and was a busy trading spot.

Pasig During Spanish Rule

From the early 1600s, many Catholic visitors traveled through the Parian Creek. They came from places like Manila and Mandaluyong. They were going to the pilgrimage church in Antipolo.

Even the famous religious parades for the Our Lady of Peace and Good Voyage used this route many times.

In the 1600s, a priest named Fray Joaqin Martinez de Zuñiga counted the people in Pasig. He found about 3000 families. Half were native Filipinos, and half were Chinese Filipinos. Spanish soldiers from Mexico also patrolled the Pasig River. Some of these soldiers settled in Pasig after their service.

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Bahay na Tisa (Tile House), the oldest existing bahay na bato in Pasig, built in the 1850s.

During the British Occupation of Manila (1762-1764), the British army used the creek. They traveled upstream to take over nearby villages. They even attacked the main plaza in front of the Pasig Cathedral. They used the church as their military base.

Some Indian soldiers, called Sepoys, who came with the British, later joined forces with the Spanish and local people. After the British left, many Sepoys stayed. They married Filipina women. This is why some people in Pasig, especially in Cainta and Taytay, have features from India.

In 1742, a bridge called "Puente del Pariancillo" was built over the creek. It was later renamed "Puente de Fray Felix Trillo."

On May 2, 1896, over 300 Filipino revolutionaries, called Katipuneros, secretly used this creek. They met at a house in Barangay San Nicolas. Three months later, on August 29, nearly 2,000 Pasig residents joined the Katipunan. They attacked the Spanish government building in Pasig.

This was the first successful rebellion by the Katipunan. It is known as the "Nagsabado sa Pasig" (the Saturday Uprising on Pasig). After this victory, the Katipuneros moved on to San Juan. There, they launched another attack to fight against unfair Spanish officials.

Pasig in the 20th Century

Pasig City (89) Old Capitol
Remains of the American-era capitol building, when Pasig was the capital of Rizal province
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Aerial view of Pasig, circa 1933

On June 11, 1901, the province of Rizal was created. Pasig became its capital. In 1939, a part of Pasig called Ugong (Ugong Norte) became part of the new Quezon City.

After World War II, the Bitukang Manok creek became very polluted. In the late 1960s, it was separated from the Marikina River. It became an open sewage ditch.

Pasig as Part of Metro Manila

Pasig was home to people who fought for human rights during the time of President Ferdinand Marcos (1965-1986). One of them was Jovito Salonga, a Pasig native who spoke out against Marcos's policies.

When Marcos declared Martial Law in September 1972, many students and activists in Pasig protested. A house called Bahay Na Tisa in Barangay San Jose became a safe place for them to meet. It was known as Pasig's "Freedom House."

On November 7, 1975, Pasig was separated from Rizal province. It became part of Metro Manila.

Becoming a City

In July 1994, Pasig officially became a highly urbanized city. This was made law in December 1994 and approved by a public vote on January 21, 1995.

Recent Events in Pasig

On February 4, 2006, a sad event happened at the PhilSports Arena (formerly ULTRA). Many people gathered for a TV show's anniversary. A stampede occurred, and 71 people died.

Pasig was hit hard by Typhoon Ondoy on September 26, 2009. This typhoon caused the worst flood in Philippine history. The Pasig River and Manggahan Floodway helped channel the floodwaters.

In August 2012, heavy monsoon rains caused more flooding. This affected Pasig and other areas in Luzon. The Marikina River overflowed, damaging places that were also hit by Typhoon Ondoy.

On June 19, 2020, a law was signed that officially moved the capital of Rizal province from Pasig to Antipolo. This change took effect on July 7, 2020.

Plaza Rizal Pasig Panorama
Plaza Rizal in the poblacion area. On the center is Concepción Mansion, while on the far right is Pasig Cathedral.

Pasig's Location and Surroundings

Pasig is surrounded by other cities and towns. To its west are Quezon City and Mandaluyong. To the north is Marikina. To the south are Pateros and Taguig. To the east are Cainta and Taytay in Rizal province.

The Pasig River flows through the city. It forms parts of Pasig's southern borders with Taguig. The Marikina River forms its western border with Quezon City. The Manggahan Floodway, built in 1986, starts where the Marikina River meets the Pasig River in the northeast.

Barangays: Pasig's Neighborhoods

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Political map of Pasig

Pasig is divided into 30 smaller areas called barangays. These barangays are grouped into two districts for city council elections. The first district covers the southern and western parts of the city. The second district covers the northern and eastern parts.

Most of the barangays (27 of them) are on the northern side of the Pasig River. Only three (Buting, San Joaquin, and Kalawaan) are on the southern side.

Barangays District Population Area (ha) Density (/ha)
Bagong Ilog
1st
20,344 124.95 124
Bagong Katipunan
1st
879 4.78 248
Bambang
1st
20,801 38.41 501
Buting
1st
10,348 20.33 446
Caniogan
1st
28,084 167.94 130
Dela Paz
2nd
19,804 199.79 65
Kalawaan
1st
32,145 209.91 112
Kapasigan
1st
4,774 21.15 311
Kapitolyo
1st
9,203 95.24 215
Malinao
1st
4,817 28.02 213
Manggahan
2nd
88,078 327.03 227
Maybunga
2nd
45,555 177.37 201
Oranbo
1st
3,267 43.61 101
Palatiw
1st
27,499 24.24 698
Pinagbuhatan
2nd
163,598 152.35 692
Pineda
1st
19,499 79.85 188
Rosario
2nd
73,979 414.54 122
Sagad
1st
6,036 12.00 574
San Antonio
1st
11,727 82.07 142
San Joaquin
1st
13,823 45.07 277
San Jose
1st
1,817 9.33 252
San Miguel
2nd
40,199 80.05 376
San Nicolas
1st
2,602 30.38 51
Santa Cruz
1st
5,610 7.28 600
Santa Lucia
2nd
43,749 178.31 227
Santa Rosa
1st
1,015 12.06 126
Santo Tomas
1st
12,904 10.43 611
Santolan
2nd
57,933 199.25 217
Sumilang
1st
4,334 17.18 314
Ugong
1st
28,737 375.38 59
Notes
This list excludes 7,296 people living in an area disputed by Barangay San Isidro, Cainta, Rizal.
It also includes people from Barangay Napico, which was created in 2007 but later annulled by the Supreme Court in 1999. It excludes 3,784 people in an area disputed by Barangay San Isidro, Cainta, Rizal.

Pasig's Climate and Weather

Pasig has two main seasons:

The wet season usually has the most rain in August. The most rain generally falls from June to September. Pasig gets about 2,014.8 millimeters (79.32 inches) of rain each year. July is the wettest month, and April is the driest.

The hottest months are April and May, with temperatures around 34°C (93°F). The coolest months are January and February, with temperatures around 24°C (75°F).

The Philippines is often affected by typhoons because of its location. Typhoon season usually runs from June to November. However, typhoons can happen at any time of the year.

Climate data for Pasig
Month Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Year
Mean daily maximum °C (°F) 28
(82)
30
(86)
31
(88)
33
(91)
32
(90)
31
(88)
29
(84)
29
(84)
29
(84)
30
(86)
30
(86)
29
(84)
30
(86)
Mean daily minimum °C (°F) 20
(68)
20
(68)
21
(70)
22
(72)
24
(75)
24
(75)
24
(75)
24
(75)
24
(75)
23
(73)
22
(72)
21
(70)
22
(72)
Average precipitation mm (inches) 7
(0.3)
7
(0.3)
9
(0.4)
21
(0.8)
101
(4.0)
152
(6.0)
188
(7.4)
170
(6.7)
159
(6.3)
115
(4.5)
47
(1.9)
29
(1.1)
1,005
(39.7)
Average rainy days 3.3 3.5 11.1 8.1 18.9 23.5 26.4 25.5 24.5 19.6 10.4 6.4 181.2
Source: Meteoblue (modeled/calculated data, not measured locally)

Pasig's Population and People

Pasig's population has grown steadily over the years. It has grown faster than the average for the whole Metro Manila region. In 1960, less than 3% of Metro Manila's population lived in Pasig. By 2015, this number grew to almost 6%. Experts believe Pasig's population could reach one million people between 2025 and 2030.


Religion in Pasig

The main religion in Pasig is Roman Catholicism. The Roman Catholic Diocese of Pasig was created in 2003. Its main church is the Immaculate Conception Parish.

Pasig is also the main office for the Presbyterian Church of the Philippines.

Pasig's Economy and Business


From Farms to Factories

A long time ago, Pasig was mostly an agricultural town. People grew rice, fruits, and sugarcane.

Pasig's Modern Economy

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Ortigas Center
Arco de Emperador
Arco de Emperador at Arcovia City

Today, the western part of Pasig is a major business hub. It has many factories, warehouses, and shops. These are mostly found in Ortigas Center, Pasig proper, and along E. Rodriguez Jr. Avenue (C-5) and Ortigas Avenue. New buildings and businesses are also growing along Mercedes Avenue.

The eastern part of Pasig used to be mostly homes. Now, many new businesses are being built there, especially along Marcos Highway.

Ortigas Center is one of the most important business areas in the Philippines. It has many tall office buildings, apartments, shops, schools, and malls. The University of Asia and the Pacific is also located here. Big companies like San Miguel Corporation have their main offices in Ortigas Center.

Next to Ortigas Center is Capitol Commons. This is a new area with different types of buildings. It was built where the old Rizal Provincial Capitol used to be.

Other important developments include Arcovia City, The Grove by Rockwell, and Ortigas East. Ortigas East is home to the Tiendesitas market. There are also places like El-Pueblo and Metrowalk with cafes, restaurants, and shops. Bridgetowne Destination Estates and Parklinks are also large new developments that connect Pasig with Quezon City.

How Pasig is Governed

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Pasig City Hall
Pasig Revolving Tower, Mega Market (Pasig; 04-26-2021)
The Pasig Revolving Tower, a city landmark with a revolving restaurant.

Local Government Leaders

Pasig is run by its city mayor, vice mayor, and city councilors. The mayor is the main leader of the city. The city councilors make the laws. The vice mayor leads the city council and takes over if the mayor is temporarily away. Each of Pasig's two districts has six elected councilors.

The current mayor is Vico Sotto. The current vice mayor is Robert Jaworski Jr..

The City Seal

The woman on the city seal represents the "Mutya ng Pasig" (Muse of Pasig). The church on the lower left is the Pasig Cathedral. It is the main church of the Roman Catholic Diocese of Pasig. The factory on the lower right shows the city's growth and success.

Current City Leaders

  • Mayor: Victor Ma. Regis N. Sotto (Independent)
  • Vice Mayor: Robert Vincent Jude B. Jaworski Jr. (Independent)
  • Representative, Lone District: Roman T. Romulo (NPC)

City Council Members

District 1
  • Raymund Francis “Kiko” S. Rustia (NPC)
  • Simon Gerard R. Tantoco (NPC)
  • Paul Roman C. Santiago (NPC)
  • Mark Gil “Volta” M. Delos Santos (Akay)
  • Roderick Mario “Eric” U. Gonzales (NPC)
  • Paul Angelo “Coach Paul” A. Senogat (AKBYN)
District 2
  • Maria Luisa “Angelu” De Leon (Independent)
  • Noel “Buboy” L. Agustin (NPC)
  • Warren B. Inocencio (Independent)
  • Ronald Allan “Boyie” M. Raymundo (NPC)
  • Ryan Enriquez (PDPLBN)
  • Marion Rosalio “Maro” M. Martires (Independent)
Other Leaders
  • SK Federation President: Keil P. Custillas (Nonpartisan)
  • ABC President: Rigor J. Enriquez (Nonpartisan)

Sports in Pasig

Pasig City Sports Center, Feb 2024
Pasig City Sports Center

The PhilSports Complex is one of the country's most important sports centers. It is located near Meralco Avenue. The offices of the Philippine Sports Commission are here. Its main building is the PhilSports Arena, also known as ULTRA. It has hosted many basketball games.

A new sports venue, the Home of the UAAP, is being built in Bridgetowne. It is expected to open in 2027. Other sports places in the city include the Ynares Sports Arena and the Pasig Sports Center.

As of 2025, Pasig has one professional sports team, the Pasig City team in the Maharlika Pilipinas Basketball League.

Pasig will also help host the first ever FIFA Futsal Women's World Cup in late 2025.

Getting Around Pasig: Transportation

Major Roads in Pasig

Arcovia City Bicycle Lane
Bicycle lane in Arcovia City.

Pasig is connected by several important roads:

  • Ortigas Avenue (R-5)
  • E. Rodriguez Jr. Avenue (C-5)
  • Pasig Boulevard
  • Julia Vargas Avenue
  • Shaw Boulevard
  • Meralco Avenue
  • Pioneer Street
  • Marcos Highway
  • Amang Rodriguez Avenue
  • ADB Avenue
  • San Miguel Avenue

Water Travel

The Pasig River runs through the city. You can travel on the river using the Pasig River Ferry Service. There are 7 ferry stations in Pasig, named after the barangays along the river:

  • Pineda
  • San Joaquin
  • Bambang
  • Kalawaan
  • Pinagbuhatan
  • Maybunga
  • Nagpayong

Bridges Connecting Pasig

Pasig has eleven bridges that cross the Pasig River and the Marikina River:

  • C.P. Garcia Bridge (across Pasig River)
  • Kaginhawaan Bridge (across Marikina River)
  • Manalo Bridge (across Marikina River)
  • Rosario Bridge (across Marikina River)
  • Sandoval Bridge (across Marikina River)
  • Santa Rosa de Lima Bridge (across Marikina River)
  • Julia Vargas Bridge (parallel bridges, across Marikina River)
  • Bambang Bridge (across Napindan Channel)
  • Napindan Bridge (across Napindan Channel)
  • Kalawaan Bridge (across Pasig River)
  • Ortigas Bridge (across Manggahan Floodway)
  • Manggahan Bridge (Daang Pasig Bridge, across Manggahan Floodway)
  • F B Legaspi Bridge (across Manggahan Floodway)
  • Kaunlaran Bridge (across Pasig River)
  • Santa Monica–Lawton Bridge (across Pasig River)
  • Parklinks Bridge (across Marikina River)

Train Lines

Pasig is served by the LRT Line 2. The Santolan and Marikina–Pasig Stations are near the Pasig-Marikina border. The train's maintenance area is in Barangay Santolan, Pasig.

The Metro Manila Subway is currently being built and will have two stations in Ortigas Center. The MRT Line 4 has also been approved for construction.

Before the modern train lines, steam trains used to serve Pasig before World War II. There are streets named "Daangbakal" (meaning "railroad" in Tagalog) in Marikina and San Mateo. These streets were once part of a railway line that connected Manila to Montalban (now Rodriguez, Rizal). This line operated until 1936. Another railway line, the Antipolo Line, also existed in Pasig but stopped operating in 1917.

Today, people in Pasig use tricycles, jeepneys, taxis, UV Express vans, and buses to get around.

Learning in Pasig: Education

The Schools Division Office (SDO) of Pasig City manages 44 public schools. This includes 28 elementary schools, 14 high schools, and one senior high school (Buting Senior High School). It also oversees the Rizal Experimental Station and Pilot School of Cottage Industries (RESPSCI).

The national office of Parents for Education Foundation, Inc. is located in Pasig. This group runs several schools.

Colegio del Buen Consejo (CBC) is one of the oldest schools in Pasig. It is a Catholic school.

High Schools in Pasig

Rizal HS - field and SHS building, flag-raising (Caniogan, Pasig)(2018-06-04)
Rizal High School
  • Pasig Catholic College (PCC) is a private Catholic school. It was started in 1913 and is considered the main Catholic school in Pasig.
  • St. Paul College Pasig was established in 1970. It is run by the Sisters of St. Paul of Chartres.
  • Pasig City Science High School (PCSHS) is a special science high school for bright students. It is near the Rainforest Park.
  • Rizal High School (RHS) is one of the world's largest high schools by student population. It is named after the Philippine national hero José Rizal.

Colleges and Universities in Pasig

  • Pamantasan ng Lungsod ng Pasig is a local university. It offers courses for students from Pasig who need financial help. It was founded in 1999.
  • University of Asia and the Pacific (UA&P) is in Ortigas Center. It started as a research center in 1967.
  • Rizal Technological University (RTU) has a branch campus in Pasig. It offers courses in engineering, education, and business.
  • Arellano University has its Andres Bonifacio Campus in Barangay Caniogan. It was established in 1946.

Technical and Vocational Training

MFI Foundation Inc. (formerly Meralco Foundation Institute) is located near Ortigas Center. It helps train people for technical jobs. It works with the Philippine government's Technical Education and Skills Development Authority (Philippines) (TESDA).

International Schools

  • Domuschola International School (DIS) is in Barangay Ugong. It offers the International Baccalaureate program for elementary students.
  • Saint Gabriel International School offers Mandarin Chinese classes and English as a Second Language (ESL) for students.
  • Reedley International School is also in Barangay Ugong. It teaches students from kindergarten to senior high school using Singaporean, Filipino, and American curricula.

Famous People from Pasig

  • Lope K. Santos, a famous novelist and former senator
  • Jovito Salonga, a former Senate President of the Philippines
  • Rene Saguisag, a former Senator
  • Francisco Coching, a National Artist for Visual Arts
  • Ramon Santos, a National Artist for Music
  • Susan Fernandez, a singer and activist
  • Vico Sotto, the current city mayor of Pasig
  • Atoy Co, an actor and former basketball player
  • Marlou Aquino, a basketball player
  • John Lloyd Cruz, a famous actor
  • Sam Milby, an actor, singer, and model
  • Ely Buendia, the lead singer for The Eraserheads
  • Rachelle Ann Go, a singer and theater actress
  • Belle Mariano, an actress and model
  • Angelu de Leon, an actress and current Pasig councilor

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See also

Kids robot.svg In Spanish: Pásig para niños

  • Legislative district of Pasig
  • Roman Catholic Diocese of Pasig
  • Pasig City Museum
  • List of schools in Pasig
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