Veinte Reales


Veinte Reales is one of the constituent barangays in the city of Valenzuela, Metro Manila in the Philippines. The barangay is home to industrial factories of wire, fishball, packaging and rubber products.

Etymology

The origin of the name Veinte Reales came from a legend that their ancestors paid "veinte reales" or twenty reales for the land to the Spaniards during the Spanish occupation of the Philippines. Another legend was that there was a magic well that contains delicious water that can quickly heal any sickness. But in order for you to drink it, you must pay Veinte Reales.

Education

The barangay has two public educational facilities for elementary and one facility for high school.

Economy

The barangay is home to industrial factories of home furnitures, steel, plastics, wire, fish balls, packaging and rubber products. Flexo Manufacturing Corporation, Meralco and Innovative are among the companies that are located in this barangay

Landmarks

Famous landmarks in Veinte Reales include the Parish of the Risen Lord Church, Valenzuela Memorial Park, Lena Basketball Court and Bernabe Basketball Court.