Matahom Nga Dakbayan — Sa Bais - Bais City Offici... |top|

Bais City’s identity is deeply rooted in the sugar industry. As you drive through the city, the sight of emerald-green sugarcane fields stretching toward the mountains is a constant companion. The Central Azucarera de Bais, established in the early 20th century, was the first sugar mill in the Philippines to be integrated with a paper mill.

: A historic narrow-gauge steam train located just south of the city, representing Bais’s long history as a pioneer in the Philippine sugar industry.

The lyrical pride embedded within the Bais City Public Information Office materials links directly back to the city's unique etymology and evolutionary history.

: If you are coming from Cebu, you can take a Ceres Bus that travels directly to Bais. This bus will board a roll-on, roll-off (Ro-Ro) ferry from the southern tip of Cebu in Bato to Amlan, just south of Tanjay in Negros Oriental, making the journey seamless. Matahom nga Dakbayan sa Bais - Bais City Offici...

The hymn was composed by Rolin C. Obina and Oyvin Thon C. Valencia to foster unity and love for the city. Under the leadership of , the local government mandates its performance at all official events and ceremonies. It is also taught and sung across the city's 57 public schools, ensuring that the younger generation remains connected to their local roots. A City Built on Sugar and Heritage

This extensive, multi-hectare mangrove forest functions as a natural wildlife sanctuary and a crucial ecological barrier against coastal erosion and storm surges. Governance, Administration, and Public Infrastructure

The progress ( kauswagan ) praised in the city hymn stems directly from its rich agricultural roots. Bais City is the historic engine of the sugar industry in Negros Oriental. Central Azucarera de Bais (CAB) Bais City’s identity is deeply rooted in the

Following the encounter, the tour leads to the , often referred to as the "Maldives of the Philippines." During low tide, a sprawling stretch of powdery white sand emerges from the turquoise waters, creating a surreal, desert-island atmosphere. It is a place where time stands still, allowing visitors to wade in knee-deep crystal-clear waters for hours, surrounded only by the horizon.

Bais City is situated on the northwestern coast of Negros Oriental, facing the Tañon Strait. It comprises 35 barangays, with a population exceeding 84,000 (2020 census). The city government, under the leadership of the Mayor and the Sangguniang Panlungsod, officially recognizes “Matahom nga Dakbayan sa Bais” as its tourism brand, prominently displayed on welcome markers and promotional materials.

The BAIS Public Information Office (PIO) is the primary source for local news, executive orders, and event announcements . Official Website: www.baiscity.gov.ph . City Leadership (2024–2025): Mayor: Luigi Marcel T. Goñi . Vice Mayor: Mercedes Teves Goñi . Key Contacts: Mayor's Office: (035) 402-4932 . City Hospital: (035) 402-8317 . Police Station: (035) 402-3178 or 0917-774-8167 . City Overview & Services : A historic narrow-gauge steam train located just

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The story goes that a group of Spanish engineers and surveyors, accompanied by missionaries and civil guards, arrived by sailboat off the coast of what is now Bais City. As they were surveying the area, they encountered two native fishermen carrying baskets teeming with eels. The Spanish leader asked them in Spanish, “Oye, Indios, Como se Ilama este lugar?” (What is the name of this place?). The natives, who did not understand Spanish and thought the foreigners were asking about their catch, simply replied, “Bais,” which was their word for the eels.

(Beautiful City of Bais) is the official local anthem and guiding identity of Bais City, Negros Oriental . Officially institutionalized via City Ordinance No. 53, series of 2024 , this cultural symbol captures the deep heritage, ecological wonders, and industrial resilience of the Baisanon people.

The declaration of status as Matahom also signals an economic shift. While sugar remains a backbone, the local government has invested heavily in eco-tourism. The city is now a model for sustainable marine protection.