Dao, officially the Municipality of Dao (Capiznon/Hiligaynon: Banwa sang Dao; ), is a 4th class municipality in the province of Capiz, Philippines. According to the 2020 census, it has a population of 33,842 people. Dao is 32 km from Roxas City.

History

Dao was incorporated as a municipality following the founding of Capiz Province in 1901. It was invaded by the Japanese 41st Infantry Regiment as part of their Panay operation on 16 April 1942. In 1957, the barrio of Nasuli-B was renamed to Santo Tomas.

Geography

Barangays

Dao is politically subdivided into 20 barangays. Each barangay consists of puroks and some have sitios.

Climate

Demographics

In the 2020 census, the population of Dao, Capiz, was 33,842 people, with a density of undefined PD/km2.

Economy

Culture

Attractions

Dao has sites that are well known among natives and are tourist spots alike. These include:

Festivities

The people of Dao celebrate festivals, sometimes along with other regions of the province, in events like:

Notable personalities