Municipality of Tumauini, Isabela - Philippines

Tumauini is now a 1st class municipality in the province of Isabela, Philippines. According to the latest census, it has a population of 55,041 people in 9,239 households. This quiet town boasts of a famous historical landmark, the Tumauini Church. Built in the 1870s by the Dominicans, the church has a unique cylindrical bell tower made of bricks. There is little commercial activity for a town of its size, however, there is a sizeable market providing venues for sales of fruits, vegetables, meats, VCDs, and firecrackers. It is currently led by Mayor Arnold Syjongtian Bautista who is now on his 3rd term as mayor.