Rosales, Pangasinan facts for kids

Quick facts for kids Rosales
Municipality
Municipality of Rosales
Robert Estrella Stadium
Flag Seal
Map of Pangasinan with Rosales highlighted
OpenStreetMap
Rosales Location in Philippines
Country	Philippines
Region	Ilocos Region
Province	Pangasinan
District	[[{{#property:P7938}} | — Lua error in Module:Wd at line 1804: attempt to index field 'wikibase' (a nil value).]]
Founded	March 16, 1852
Barangays	37 (see Barangays)
Government
• Type	Sangguniang Bayan
Area
• Total	66.39 km2 (25.63 sq mi)
Elevation	39 m (128 ft)
Highest elevation	251 m (823 ft)
Lowest elevation	23 m (75 ft)
Population  (2020 census)
• Total	66,711
• Density	1,004.84/km2 (2,602.51/sq mi)
• Households	16,862
Economy
• Income class	1st municipal income class
• Poverty incidence	15.98 % (2021)
• Revenue	₱ 349.2 million (2022)
• Assets	₱ 1,203 million (2022)
• Expenditure	₱ 286.3 million (2022)
• Liabilities	₱ 183.7 million (2022)
Service provider
• Electricity	Pangasinan 3 Electric Cooperative (PANELCO 3)
Time zone	UTC+8 (PST)
ZIP code	2441
PSGC	[https://psa.gov.ph/classification/psgc/?q=psgc/barangays/{{#pro000&regcode={{&provcode= p {{#property:P988}} ]
IDD : area code	+63 (0)75
Native languages	Pangasinan Ilocano Tagalog
Website	www.rosales.gov.ph

Rosales is a town in the Pangasinan province of the Philippines. It is officially known as the Municipality of Rosales. In 2020, about 66,711 people lived there.

Sometimes, people call the town Carmen. This name comes from a well-known part of the town that was later divided into two areas.

What's in a Name?

Many people believe Rosales got its name from the word rosal, which is a type of flower. This flower used to grow in large numbers in the area. However, old Spanish records show that Rosales was named after Don Antonio Rosales Liberal. He was a very honest, hardworking, and smart man. He was also an important official in Manila at that time.

A Look Back at History

Aerial view of Rosales, around the 1930s

Rosales became its own separate town in 1852. This happened because of a special order from the King of Spain.

Exploring Rosales Geography

Rosales is a key town for travelers. It connects people going between the provinces of Tarlac and Nueva Ecija to other towns in Pangasinan. You can reach Rosales using the Tarlac–Pangasinan–La Union Expressway (TPLEX) or the MacArthur Highway. The town has many old houses and important cultural buildings.

Rosales is about 56.53 kilometers (35 miles) from Lingayen, which is the capital of Pangasinan. It is also about 173.17 kilometers (107.6 miles) from Manila, the capital city of the Philippines.

Town Divisions: Barangays

Rosales is divided into 37 smaller areas called barangays. Each barangay has even smaller parts called puroks, and some have sitios.

Rosales Weather

Population Growth

Rosales Economy

Rosales has several important local industries and products:

• Chopping Board Industry (Acop)
• Charcoal (Acop)
• Tupig & Tinapa (Smoked Fish) (Carmen)
• Patupat (Balincanaway)
• Rice/Palay Producer

How Rosales is Governed

Local Government

Presidencia (town hall)

Rosales is part of the sixth district of Pangasinan. The town is led by a mayor, who is the chief executive. A municipal council acts as the law-making body. The mayor, vice mayor, and councilors are chosen by the people in elections held every three years.

Elected Leaders

The Town Hall (Presidencia)

The Presidencia, or Town Hall, is located in front of the Robert B. Estrella Stadium. It was finished in 1924 and became the main office for the town's government. This historic building was updated between 2004 and 2007.

Places to Visit in Rosales

Famous Landmarks

St. Anthony of Padua Parish Church

• Robert B. Estrella Stadium
• Ramon Magsaysay Monument
• Tomb of The Unknown Soldiers
• Presidencia (Town Hall)

Nature and Adventure Spots

• Acop Dam
• Don Feliciano Salim Forest and Dam
• Salvacion Dam
• Acop Cold Springs and Waterfall
• Rosales Aviary/Mini Zoo
• Eco-Tourism Site of Rosales
• Ibtor Challenge (Sports) Festival of Rosales

St. Anthony of Padua Parish Church

The St. Anthony of Padua Parish Church is a Catholic church in Rosales. It was re-established on February 15, 1915. At first, it was a simple shed. Over time, it was built into a stronger building with a concrete front. In 1946, a strong storm damaged the roof, but it was repaired with help from local residents. Later, the church was expanded and improved.

Our Lady of Rosales Grotto

The Grotto is a special place located in the Station District. Many people, including important visitors, come here for prayer and reflection.

Ancient Dugout Boat

Centuries-old unfinished dugout boat

In November 2010, an old, unfinished dugout boat was found by accident in the Lagasit River. This large boat, weighing five tons and measuring 8 by 2 by 1.5 meters, was displayed in front of the Town Hall for a while. It was later moved during renovations.

Learning in Rosales

Rosales has two school district offices that manage all the schools in the town. They oversee both private and public schools, from elementary to high school. These are the Rosales I Schools District Office and the Rosales II Schools District Office.

Elementary Schools

High Schools

Famous People from Rosales

• Carmen Rosales - A Filipino actress and a brave fighter during World War II. Two areas in Rosales are named after her.
• Francisco Sionil José - A famous Filipino writer and National Artist for Literature. He wrote a series of five novels called The Rosales Saga, which is set in the town where he grew up.

Sister Towns

Rosales does not have any official sister town agreements. However, it has good connections for business and tourism with Guimba, Nueva Ecija and Cuyapo, Nueva Ecija.

Images for kids

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  Rosales: The Gateway of Pangasinan and Ilocos Region

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  Pablo Lim Sim Memorial Building

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  Rosales Public Market

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  The center of business at night (SM City Rosales)

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  Unknown Soldier Monument

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  Rizal Park

See also

In Spanish: Rosales (Pangasinán) para niños