The City of Sorsogon was created by virtue of Republic Act 8806, which was signed into law on August 16, 2000 and ratified during a plebiscite on December 16, 2000. Read more..
Date Founded: February 28, 1895
Mayor: Ester E. Hamor
Area: 276.11 km2
Population: 168,110 (2015 census)
The Pili Festival honors the patron saints of Sorsogon City, Sts. Peter and Paul. The Pili tree (and nut) is indigenous to the province and is known for its various practical and nutritional applications.
The Kasanggayahan Festival is celebrated in Sorsogon in commemoration of its foundation as a Province. It is a province-wide festival, with the center of activities in Sorsogon City.