Siaton
is often referred to as the "rice bowl" of the province. The town has one of the largest land areas in the south. It is a one-hour drive from Dumaguete City.

BRIEF PROFILE
Land Area:
Population:	64 258
Barangays:

A Brief History___________________________

Old folks say Siaton was founded on the shore between Canaway and Siaton Rivers by one of the ten "datus" who migrated from Borneo with Datu Puti and Datu Sumakwel. The name is said to derive from a certain native called "Aton", who was believed to possess mysterious powers.

The People______________________________

Majority of the population speak the Cebuano dialect.

Commerce and Industry_____________________

Agriculture is the main industry of the town. Main products are rice and sugarcane.

Fishing is also done along its coast.

Getting There and Away_____________________

Buses and jeepneys, from neighbouring cities and towns, pass through Siaton several times daily.

Other Information__________________________