Santa Ana, Cagayan

SANTA ANA, CAGAYAN
Santa Ana is a coastal municipality in the province of Cagayan.
The municipality has a land area of 440.81 square kilometers or 170.20 square miles
which constitutes 4.69% of Cagayan’s total area. Its population as determined by the
2020 Census was 35,688. This represented 2.81% of the total population of Cagayan
province, or 0.97% of the overall population of the Cagayan Valley region. Based on
these figures, the population density is computed at 81 inhabitants per square kilometer
or 210 inhabitants per square mile.
LOCATION
The municipal center of Santa Ana is situated at approximately 18° 27′ North, 122° 9′ East, in the
island of Luzon. Elevation at these coordinates is estimated at 7.0 meters or 23.0 feet above
mean sea level.
DISTANCES
Based on the great-circle distance (the shortest distance between two points over the surface of
the Earth), the cities closest to Santa Ana are Tuguegarao, Cagayan, Tabuk, Kalinga, Ilagan,
Isabela, Cauayan, Isabela, Laoag, Ilocos Norte, and Batac, Ilocos Norte. The nearest
municipalities are Gonzaga, Cagayan, Santa Teresita, Cagayan, Buguey, Cagayan, Camalaniugan,
Cagayan, Aparri, Cagayan, and Lal-lo, Cagayan. Its distance from the national capital is 445.56
kilometers (276.86 miles). The following list delineates such distance measurements.
NEAREST TOWNS
Gonzaga, Cagayan, 26.99 kilometers (16.77 miles) to the Southwest (S35°W)
Santa Teresita, Cagayan, 33.81 kilometers (21.01 miles) to the Southwest (S47°W)
Buguey, Cagayan, 37.97 kilometers (23.59 miles) to the West‑Southwest (S60°W)
Camalaniugan, Cagayan, 53.44 kilometers (33.21 miles) to the West‑Southwest (S68°W)
Aparri, Cagayan, 54.54 kilometers (33.89 miles) to the West‑Southwest (S78°W)
Lal-lo, Cagayan, 58.29 kilometers (36.22 miles) to the West‑Southwest (S61°W)
NEAREST CITIES
Tuguegarao, Cagayan, 103.11 kilometers (64.07 miles) to the South‑Southwest (S25°W)
Tabuk, Kalinga, 130.42 kilometers (81.04 miles) to the South‑Southwest (S33°W)
Ilagan, Isabela, 147.83 kilometers (91.86 miles) to the South (S10°W)
Cauayan, Isabela, 173.25 kilometers (107.65 miles) to the South‑Southwest (S13°W)
Laoag, Ilocos Norte, 166.26 kilometers (103.31 miles) to the West (S80°W)
Batac, Ilocos Norte, 172.74 kilometers (107.33 miles) to the West‑Southwest (S75°W)
Distance from Manila: 445.56 kilometers (276.86 miles) to the South‑Southwest (S16°W)
Type municipality
Island group Luzon
Region Cagayan Valley

(Region II)
Province Cagayan
Barangay count 16
Postal code 3514
Coastal/Landlocked coastal
Marine waterbodies Babuyan Channel

[South China
Sea], Philippine
Sea
Philippine major Luzon, Palaui

island(s)
Area (2013) 440.81 km2

(170.20 sq mi)
Population (2020) 35,688
Density (2020) 81 / km2 (210 /

sq mi)
Coordinates 18° 27' North,

122° 9' East
(18.4576,
122.1425)
Estimated elevation 7.0 meters (23.0

above sea level feet)
CLIMATE
NEAREST FAULT
SANTA ANA CAGAYAN RISK MAP
SITE LOCATION (BARANGGAY CASAGAN, SANTA ANA, CAGAYAN)

SELECTED SITE AREA
ONE ADJACENT BODY OF WATER
CULTURE
LOCAL DELICACIES AND DISHES
1. Pancit Batil Patung – If there’s one dish you definitely want to try and is recommended
by the Cagayan locals, then it would be this. The Pancit Batil Patung is an iconic noodle
dish that started in Tuguegarao City. What makes it unique from all noodle dishes is the
use of carabao meat or carabeef which has a much distinct gamey flavor compared to
other meats.
Photo source: Panlasang Pinoy
2. Chicharabao – Chicharabao is carabao chicharron. This puffy, airy, and crispy snack is
made out of carabao skin. It is popular to buy as souvenirs and comes in a variety of
flavors you can choose from.
3. Carabao Milk Candy - Carabao milk candy can be akin to pastillas. But unlike pastillas,
they are chewy rectangular chips. It’s also a great souvenir to buy.
4. Pawa – Pawa is a sweet bite-sized snack that is made from gelatinous rice. It’s a kakanin
that’s filled with sweetened grounded peanuts. You’ll be able to buy them on the streets near the
Piat Church.
Photo source: the Northern Forum
5. Putoflan – These little treats are a variation of the puto. As with its name, it is combined with
Leche flan at the bottom, making it much better.
Photo source: Kasher’s Kitchen
6. Lumot – A dish akin to Bicol’s Laing, Lumot is a salty seaweed dish. Its name is inspired by
its algae-like consistency and is often paired with other plates of seafood like grilled fish.
7. Abalin - a popular exotic food, especially in Cagayan, enjoyed and considered a
special delicacy by both Ibanags, Itawits, and the Ilokanos. It is cooked stir-fried and
can be taken as a snack. It is rich in protein but is also considered a food allergen.
8. Stone FIsh Soup - Stone fish soup, locally known as "tinolang isda ng batuhan" or
"tinolang kagang," is a traditional dish in Cagayan, Philippines, particularly in coastal

areas where stone fish, locally known as "kagang" or "batuhan," are abundant
9.Pancit Cabagan - Another variation of pancit (noodles) in Cagayan, Pancit Cabagan
features stir-fried noodles with a savory sauce, mixed with vegetables, meat, and
sometimes shrimp or seafood.
10.Sinampalukang Manok - A sour soup made with chicken, Sinampalukang Manok is
flavored with tamarind (sampalok) and often includes vegetables like tomatoes, string
beans, and taro leaves. It's a comforting and flavorful dish enjoyed in Cagayan.
11. Dinakdakan - A dish similar to sisig, Dinakdakan is made from grilled pork parts
(such as ears, face, or belly) that are chopped and mixed with onions, chili peppers,
calamansi juice, and vinegar. It's a flavorful and popular appetizer or pulutan in Cagayan.
FESTIVALS
Viray Festival - The Viray Festival of Santa Ana, Cagayan is a vibrant

and colorful celebration that showcases the rich culture and traditions
of the town.
Partakan Festival - Aimed at sustaining a grand annual motorcycle
event, Ropali Motorcycles is again spearheading the Partakan Festival

at the scenic Anguib Beach in Sta. Ana, Cagayan, on April 14 to 15,
2017.Arianne Arabel Alingog, president of Ropali Motorcycles, said the
Partakan Festival
TRANSPORTATION POINTS
SAN VICENTE NAVAL AIRFIELD (7.92 RADIUS)
STA. ANA TERMINAL (10.53 RADIUS)

Santa Ana, Cagayan

Uploaded by

Copyright:

Available Formats

Santa Ana, Cagayan

Uploaded by

Document Information

Original Title

Copyright

Available Formats

Share this document

Share or Embed Document

Sharing Options

Did you find this document useful?

Is this content inappropriate?

Copyright:

Available Formats

Santa Ana, Cagayan

Uploaded by

Copyright:

Available Formats

SANTA ANA, CAGAYAN

Santa Ana is a coastal municipality in the province of Cagayan.

Island group Luzon

Region Cagayan Valley

Marine waterbodies Babuyan Channel

Philippine major Luzon, Palaui

Area (2013) 440.81 km2

Population (2020) 35,688

Density (2020) 81 / km2 (210 /

Coordinates 18° 27' North,

Estimated elevation 7.0 meters (23.0

SITE LOCATION (BARANGGAY CASAGAN, SANTA ANA, CAGAYAN)

ONE ADJACENT BODY OF WATER

LOCAL DELICACIES AND DISHES

Photo source: the Northern Forum

7. Abalin - a popular exotic food, especially in Cagayan, enjoyed and considered a

"tinolang kagang," is a traditional dish in Cagayan, Philippines, particularly in coastal

9.Pancit Cabagan - Another variation of pancit (noodles) in Cagayan, Pancit Cabagan

Viray Festival - The Viray Festival of Santa Ana, Cagayan is a vibrant

Partakan Festival - Aimed at sustaining a grand annual motorcycle

event, Ropali Motorcycles is again spearheading the Partakan Festival

SAN VICENTE NAVAL AIRFIELD (7.92 RADIUS)

STA. ANA TERMINAL (10.53 RADIUS)

You might also like

Pfad - The Proxy pFad of © 2024 Garber Painting. All rights reserved.