Pototan, Iloilo
（重定向自Pototan）
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Pototan is a first-class municipality in the province of Iloilo, Philippines. According to the 2010 census, it has a population of 70,955 people.
The town lies on the banks of the Suage River, 30 kilometres (19 mi) north from Iloilo City. The town has an area of 94 km², 85% of which is agricultural land. In December 1997, it was declared as the "Christmas Capital of Western Visayas" because of its famed Christmas Festival of Lights.