2.96 Million+
Population
Largest city in the Philippines by population
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About Quezon City
City Facts
Key statistics and information about Quezon City
166.2 km²
Land Area
Located at the heart of Metro Manila
6 Districts
Districts
Divided into legislative districts
October 12, 1939
Founded
Named after President Manuel L. Quezon
Demographics
Quezon City is the most populous city in the Philippines with a population of over 2.96 million people. The city is characterized by its diverse population, with residents coming from all regions of the country.
Geography
Located in the northern portion of Metro Manila, Quezon City covers an area of 166.2 square kilometers. The city is bordered by Manila to the southwest, Caloocan and Valenzuela to the north, and Marikina and Pasig to the east.
Key Statistics
- Barangays: 142
- Congressional Districts: 6
- Major Universities: University of the Philippines Diliman, Ateneo de Manila University
- Major Hospitals: Philippine Heart Center, Lung Center of the Philippines, National Kidney Institute