Panay Gulf is an extension of the Sulu Sea, reaching between the islands of Panay and Negros in the Philippines. The gulf contains the island-province of Guimaras and extends into the Iloilo Strait, between Panay and Guimaras, and into Guimaras Strait, between Guimaras and Negros. Guimaras Strait connects Panay Gulf with the Visayan Sea.
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Panay Gulf Location within the Philippines Show map of VisayasPanay Gulf Panay Gulf (Philippines) Show map of Philippines | |
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Coordinates | 10°15′00″N 122°14′55″E |
Type | gulf |
Etymology | Panay |
Part of | Sulu Sea |
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The Port of Iloilo is the busiest port on the gulf, which is a major route used by ships plying the areas between Iloilo City, Bacolod, and Zamboanga further to the south.[1]
The Panay Landing during World War II occurred from the Panay Gulf.[2]
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