Absolute Location:
* Coordinates: 16.0089° N, 120.3389° E
* Geographic Region: Located in the western portion of Luzon Island, Philippines.
Relative Location:
* Northern Luzon: Pangasinan is situated in the northwestern part of the Luzon island, specifically in the Ilocos Region.
* Bordering Provinces: It is surrounded by La Union to the north, Benguet and Nueva Ecija to the east, Tarlac to the south, and the Lingayen Gulf to the west.
* Near major cities: It's near the cities of Dagupan (the regional center), San Fernando City (La Union), and Baguio City (Benguet).
* Known for: Its rich agriculture, particularly rice production, and its coastal areas with beautiful beaches and fishing industries.
Important Note: The absolute location refers to the precise coordinates, while the relative location describes where Pangasinan is in relation to other places.
