Negros Island, Philippines, is located in the western part of the Visayan Islands, situated between Panay Island and Cebu Island. It covers an area of 12,700 square kilometers. With a length of 216 kilometers from north to south and a width of 40-80 kilometers from east to west, it has a population of 2.749 million (including nearby small islands) as of 1980, mainly inhabited by Visayan people, with some indigenous people in the mountainous areas. The northern part is dominated by volcanic ranges with elevations ranging from 500 to 1,000 meters, featuring fertile volcanic soil and dense forests. The southern part also boasts two volcanoes. The northwest coast is characterized by alluvial plains. The island has a tropical monsoon climate with an average temperature of 25-28°C and an annual rainfall of 1,500-3,000 millimeters. The short rivers on the island are not navigable. The main agricultural products include sugarcane, coconut, rice, and tobacco. Negros Island accounts for half of the sugar production in the country, mainly concentrated in the northern and western parts. The island is rich in timber resources and also has coal, sulfur, and other minerals. Major cities include Bacolod, Dumaguete, and San Carlos. Negros is known as the “Sugarbowl of the Philippines” and is the main center for sugar production in the country. Massive steam trains are still used to transport sugar products on the island. Divided by formidable mountain ranges, the island features pristine coastlines and exquisite natural beauty that has earned praise from some tourists. Mount Kanlaon is revered as the next popular volcano climbing destination, while the charming Apo Island near the town of Dumaguete offers many opportunities for divers and rock climbers to escape reality.