Located at the southern part of Isabela Province, Santiago City is the commercial Center not only of Southern Isabela but also the neighboring provinces of Nueva Vizcaya, Quirino, Ifugao, and Mountain Province. In fact, many migrants from these provinces have become residents of this young city where the majority of the population are Ilocanos.

Santiago City Hall ground

The city is accessible by land using the Maharlika Highway. The towns near this city are Ramon on the north, San Isidro and Echague on the east, Jones on the southeast, and Cordon on the west. Quirino Province lies just south of the city. Calao River, a tributary of the Cagayan River runs from west to east of the city.

Sitting on a flat land amidst a wide expanse of rice-growing fields coupled with its proximity to the markets of nearby four provinces, this city is an ideal location for varied businesses ranging from small to large enterprises. It is a good location for a provincial or regional branch. Investing in real estate business maybe a good deal particularly medium-size sudivisions, commercial complexes, and an industrial zone. Tourism-related ventures such as hotel and golf course are a good bet considering its proximity to the tourism spots of nearby provinces.

The following micro and small businesses are suggested:

1. Intensive farming to produce vegetables for the city and nearby towns
2. Commercial seed production and demonstration farm
3. Commercial poultry and hog raising
4. making glutinous rice powder
5. Meat processing to produce hotdog, longganiza, tocino, ham, etc.
6. Production of vinegar, soy sauce, patis, mayonnaise, catsup, fruit juice, and peanut butter
7. Essential oil and perfumes
8. Herbal supplements, malunggay powder, and squash flour
9. Soap and personal care such as lotion, shampoo, and facial creams

The following medium to large enterprises are recommended considering the raw materials available and their domestic as well as export market potential:

1. Feed milling and agro-chemicals such as fertilizer
2. Production of corn and cassava starch
3. Dairy farming and processing
4. Sweet corn Canning
5. Furniture and home decors using modern design techniques
6. Footwear and fashion accessories
7. Textile and clothing like knitted fabrics and artifacts
8. Meat packing and canning
9. Cold storage plant
10. Metal foundry
11. Farm implements

1. Balay na Santiago - a museum featuring the history of Santiago City and Isabela Province
2. St. James Church
3. Mabini Shrine
4. Chapel of Transfiguration
5. Via Crusis - a favorite destination during Holy week

St. James Church

Mabini Circle

Calao Bridge

National Highway, Santiago City

A section of the city center

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