Hinigaran

Negros Occidental · Municipality · Town of Mary Magdalene

About

Coastal town with oyster farms.

History

Its people believe St. Mary Magdalene protected them from Moro raiders.

Festival

Hinugyaw sa Hinigaran — April · April 22–30
Thanksgiving to St. Mary Magdalene.

Must-see

• Old church
• Oyster farms

Food to try

• Talaba

Places in Hinigaran

• Sta. Maria Magdalena Church, Hinigaran — One of the best-preserved Spanish-era churches in Negros, with a landmark brick tower.
• Hinigaran Oysters (Talabahan) & Tagda Pier — Fresh, cheap oysters on the highway in the 'Oyster Capital' of Negros Occidental.