Central Luzon or known as Region 3, was created to organize the 7 provinces of the vast central plain of the island of Luzon (the largest island), for administrative convinience. The region contains the largest in the country and produces most of the country’s rice supply, earning itself the nickname “Rice Granary of the Philippines”. Its provinces are Aurora, Bataan, Bulacan, Nueva Ecija, Pampanga, Tarlac, and Zambales.
The cities that make up and contribute to Central Luzon’s economy are:
1. Balanga City
2. Malolos City
6. Gapan City
7. Muñoz City
8. Palayan City
9. Angeles City
10. Mabalacat City
12. Tarlac City
13. Olongapo City
14. San Jose City
