Named after a yam, 'bigaa', the city on an island has existed continuously and prospered since its founding in 1572 as Ciudad Fernandina in honor of the son of King Philip of Spain.
Biography of Jose Rizal, the national hero, and his effect on the country's history, by the president of Ateneo de Naga, Raul J. Bonoan.
The establishment of the Institute of National Language on November 13, 1936 by the first Philippine Assembly, the members and their objectives. Written by Tony Joaquin on the Philippine News.com website.
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