Panay Gulf is an extension of the Sulu Sea, reaching between the islands of Panay and Negros in the Philippines. The gulf contains the island-province of Guimaras and extends into the Iloilo Strait, between Panay and Guimaras, and into Guimaras Strait, between Guimaras and Negros. Guimaras Strait connects Panay Gulf with the Visayan Sea.
| Panay Gulf | |
|---|---|
 Guimaras' small islands in Panay Gulf | |
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| Location | |
| Coordinates | 10°15′00″N 122°14′55″E / 10.2500°N 122.2486°E |
| Type | gulf |
| Etymology | Panay |
| Part of | Sulu Sea |
| Settlements | |
The Port of Iloilo is the busiest port on the gulf, which is a major route used by ships plying the areas between Iloilo City, Bacolod, and Zamboanga further to the south.[1]
The Panay Landing during World War II occurred in Panay Gulf.[2]
References
edit- ^ Menon, Ajay (2021-06-14). "10 Major Ports In The Philippines". Marine Insight. Retrieved 2022-08-10.
- ^ Gomez, Sheila Mae (2021-03-01). "Liberation of Panay Day: Battle of the Visayas in World War II". IBS Digital Network. Retrieved 2022-08-10.
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