Bayombong

Bayombong is a first class municipality in the province of Nueva Vizcaya, Philippines. It is the capital of Nueva Vizcaya. According to the 2010 census, it has a population of 57,416 people.

Bayombong is the seat of the Provincial Capitol of Nueva Vizcaya. The name Bayombong emanated from the Gaddang word “Bayongyong” which means confluence of two or more rivers. It has been reported that a certain tribe arrived and tried to invade the place, which caused the outbreak of the first tribal war in the area. The site was renamed “Bayumbung” as a sign of the Gaddangs' first victory in fighting for their private domains.