La Paz, Iloilo City
La Paz ([laˈpas]) is a district in Iloilo City, in the Philippine province of Iloilo, on the island of Panay, in the region of Western Visayas. It is the third-largest district by land area, after Jaro and Mandurriao. According to the 2020 census, it has a population of 54,720 people. In the past, it was known as Ilawod, which means "sea/wet land," along with Jaro, which was referred to as Ilaya, meaning "mountain/dry land."
La Paz | |
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From top, counter-clockwise: La Paz aerial view; WVSU Quezon Hall; La Paz Public Market; Iloilo Sports Complex; La Paz Church | |
Location within Iloilo City | |
La Paz Location in the Philippines La Paz La Paz (Philippines) | |
| Coordinates: 10°43′12″N 122°34′41″E | |
| Country | Philippines |
| Region | Western Visayas (Region VI) |
| Province | Iloilo (geographically only) |
| City | Iloilo City |
| Congressional District | Lone district of Iloilo City |
| Established | 1584 |
| Incorporated (as district) | July 16, 1937 |
| Barangays | 25 (see Barangays) |
| Government | |
| • Mayor | Jerry Treñas (Mayor of Iloilo City) |
| Area | |
| • Total | 11.33 km2 (4.37 sq mi) |
| Population (2020 census) | |
| • Total | 54,720 |
| • Density | 4,828.57/km2 (12,505.9/sq mi) |
| Demonym(s) | Lapazeño; Lapaznon |
| Time zone | UTC+8 (Philippine Standard Time) |
| ZIP code | 5000 |
| Area code | 33 |
| Patron saint | Nuestra Señora de la Paz y Buen Viaje (Our Lady of Peace and Good Voyage) |
| Feast day | May 24 |
| Native languages | Hiligaynon |
La Paz is famous as the birthplace of the popular Filipino noodle soup dish, La Paz Batchoy. This flavorful dish is known for its rich broth, tender meat, and garnishments such as crushed chicharron (pork cracklings), sliced pork, and liver. La Paz Public Market, considered the birthplace of La Paz Batchoy, is a bustling hub where locals and tourists alike can indulge in this culinary delight.
Its district plaza, the La Paz Plaza, is the largest among the six district plazas in Iloilo City.