* Bacolod

Bacolod City
, officially the City of Bacolod, is a highly urbanized city in the Philippines and serves as the capital of the province of Negros Occidental. Known as the “City of Smiles,” it is celebrated for its friendly people, rich culinary heritage, and the vibrant MassKara Festival held every October. The city continues to focus on infrastructure, with projects like the Bacolod City Government Center and new legislative buildings underway. Served by the Bacolod–Silay International Airport, located approximately 15–20 minutes from the city center.