Monreal | |
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Municipality | |
![]() Map of Masbate with Monreal highlighted |
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Location within the Philippines | |
Coordinates: 12°38′N 123°40′E / 12.633°N 123.667°ECoordinates: 12°38′N 123°40′E / 12.633°N 123.667°E | |
Country | Philippines |
Region | Bicol (Region V) |
Province | Masbate |
District | 1st district |
Barangays | 11 |
Government | |
• Mayor | Ben G. Espiloy |
• Vice-mayor | Romeo L. Grona |
Area | |
• Total | 128.67 km2 (49.68 sq mi) |
Population (2010) | |
• Total | 25,366 |
• Density | 200/km2 (510/sq mi) |
Time zone | PST (UTC+8) |
Zip Code | 5418 |
Dialing code | 56 |
Monreal is a fourth class municipality in the province of Masbate, Philippines. It is located on the northern part of Ticao Island. According to the 2010 census, it has a population of 25,366 people.
Monreal is politically subdivided into 11 barangays.
Monreal's local economy is based on fishing. A local conservation effort to protect the environment lead to the development of tourism industry in the municipality. The Halea Island Retreat and Nature Park is the number one attraction for tourists both local and foreign, creating employment opportunities for the local folks and generating revenues for the local government in terms of taxes.