BANTAYAN ISLAND CENSUS
B.I.Census
BANTAYAN ISLAND CENSUS
B.I.Census
Experience the rich cultural heritage, breathtaking coastal views, and the warm, vibrant community of Madridejos.
Madridejos is located on the northern tip of Bantayan Island. Known for its beautiful coastline and natural wonders, it offers a serene environment for both locals and visitors. The town is surrounded by pristine beaches, hills, and cultural landmarks.
The population of Madridejos is approximately 50,000 people. The majority of residents speak Cebuano, and the town thrives on fishing, agriculture, and tourism. The community has a rich cultural heritage, with traditions passed down for generations.
Madridejos can be reached by boat from Cebu City via Santa Fe with 75-minute ferry service to San Remigio (Hagnaya) via Island Shipping or SuperShuttle Ferry and also via Ceres bus from North Bus Terminal to Madridejos, Vice-Versa. Bus (jeepney) travel to Madridejos via the municipality of Bantayan takes about a further hour. There are currently NO overnight boats from Cebu City to Bantayan Island, nor are there any scheduled commercial air flights. Private air companies occasionally fly smaller Cessna and Piper aircraft into Bantayan Airport.
The main industries of Madridejos are fishing, poultry, and tourism. Because of its rich fishing grounds, Madridejos earned the name “Little Alaska of the Philippines.” The first canning factory in the country was established here, but it lost its sustaining impact in the history of the municipality after it was bombed during World War II. At present, poultry-raising is a growing industry, and Madridejos provides a substantial quantity of eggs produced for sale to the neighboring provinces. Madridejos also hosts a fairly substantial tertiary college – Salazar College.
Madridejos is one of the three municipalities in Bantayan Island, an Island located on the western portion of the northernmost tip of Mainland Cebu. The other two neighboring municipalities of Madridejos are Sta. Fe and Bantayan. The Municipality of Madridejos is situated at 11.3° North latitude, 123.73° East longitude, and 3 meters elevation above sea level. It is bounded on the north by the Visayan Sea, on the south by the Municipality of Bantayan, on the east by the town of Medellin, and on the west also by the Visayan Sea.