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1571
Cainta was established as a settlement during the Spanish colonial period. The name "Cainta" is believed to derive from a word meaning "river bend," reflecting the town's geography along the Marikina River.
1694
The Augustinian friars established the parish of Cainta, building the first stone church dedicated to San Andres Apostol, the patron saint of the municipality.
1897
The Battle of Cainta took place during the Philippine Revolution. Katipuneros led by Andres Bonifacio fought against Spanish forces in the area.
1901
Cainta became part of the newly created Province of Rizal under American administration, named after national hero Jose Rizal.
1950s
Cainta began its transformation from a rural farming town to an urbanized municipality, driven by its proximity to Metro Manila and Pasig City.
2000s
Rapid commercial growth along Ortigas Avenue Extension and Felix Avenue turned Cainta into a major economic hub in Rizal. The Higantes Festival gained national recognition.
Today
With a population of 376,933, Cainta is the most densely populated municipality in Rizal and is known as the "Kakanin Capital of the Philippines" for its famous rice cakes sold at the Cainta Junction.
Kakanin Capital
Cainta is officially recognized as the "Kakanin Capital of the Philippines" for its thriving rice cake industry centered around the famous Cainta Junction.
Higantes Festival
Every November, Cainta celebrates the Higantes Festival featuring giant papier-maché figures in honor of San Isidro Labrador, satirizing oppressive colonial-era landlords.
Key LGU Projects
Manggahan River Esplanade, socialized housing for ISFs, One Cainta Sunset Retreat (only LGU-funded home for the aged in Rizal), and continuous creek dredging for flood control.