Early days Arayat Pampanga began as a small village that was formed way before the
Spanish Colonial Era. While there have been many theories about who and where the town officially started, most locals believe that the city was founded by prince Balatagas of the
Madjaphit empire. During its start, most citizens were farmers. This is how Arayat got most of its tax dollars. Agriculture also still plays an important role in the GDP of Arayat. In 1579, Arayat was considered to be the best
Spanish settlements in
Pampanga. During the 1600s, Arayat became a fort for
Spanish conquest. The first mission was established in 1590 by Fray Juan de Valderama. By the 1850s, however, New
Barangays have formed and added up to a total of 11
barangays.
Industrial revolution During the 1900s, the amount of Barangays rose from 11 to 23. Jose Alejandrino, Mamerto Natividad helped fend off American colonizers that arrived on December 10, 1942. In the 1930s, however, The former president, Manuel, L. Quezon and Dr Emigido Cruz, decided to make Arayat their second home. They built a farm, chapel, school, hospital, irrigation systems, and homes for the farm helpers. He also brought a group of Japanese experts to teach new farmers. == Gallery ==