Matalom is a third class municipality in the province of Leyte , Philippines . It borders with Bato in the nort. According to the 2020 census, it has a population of 32,586 people It was said that the Spaniards once saw the flaming red of the fire trees that dotted the shores of Matalom Beach and the scenic Canigao Island and asked the natives the local dialect for “ hermosa ” or beautiful. The natives answered “Matahum” or “Matalom.” This was the origin of the town’s name. Before Ferdinand Magellan discovered the Philippines, a sea-faring people lived along the banks of the Matalom River and also on the islet of Canigao (formerly Comigao). 1. CANIGAO ISLAND Canigao Island, located in the town of Matalom, is one of Leyte's tropical paradises ideal for summer getaways. It is a small island that can be easily accessed by boat from the mainland. Being one of the developed islands in the area, tourists can find several facilities set up on Canigao Island. The...