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Negros Oriental, Philippines

Tanjay City

City of Professionals

A vibrant city in the heart of Negros Oriental, where history, culture, and natural beauty converge along the shores of the Tañon Strait.

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1580
Year Founded
84,593
Population (2024)
267 km²
Land Area
24
Barangays
31 km
From Dumaguete
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About Tanjay City

A 4th-class component city in Negros Oriental, 31 km north of Dumaguete and seat of the 2nd Congressional District. Nicknamed the "City of Professionals" for its well-educated residents — about 84,593 people across 24 barangays.

Tanjay is celebrated for its signature bodbod, a sweet sticky-rice delicacy, and was officially chartered on April 1, 2001.

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  1. 4th Century AD

    Ancient Settlement

    Earliest evidence of human habitation — Song dynasty ceramics confirm Tanjay as an ancient maritime chiefdom.

  2. June 11, 1580

    Spanish Foundation

    Founded as "Missión de Santiago de los Ríos de Tanay," the center of religious supervision for the region.

  3. 1814

    Sinulog Festival Born

    The Sinulog sa Tanjay festival originated from colonial "Moro-moro" theater — a celebrated annual tradition.

  4. April 1, 2001

    City Charter

    Officially became a component city under Republic Act No. 9026.