Lian is a 2nd class municipality in the province of Batangas, Philippines. According to the 2000 census, it has a population of 39,129 people in 8,215 households.
Lian's fiesta day is June 24 for every year in honor to celebrate the birthdate of Saint John The Baptist (baptised Jesus Christ). It is being celebrated by five (5) barangays in the poblacion 1,2,3,4 & 5 respectively, sitio Bag-bag also celebrate their fiesta on this day since they are much closer to town than to their respective brangays which is Kapito and Bungahan.
Note 1: Bag-bag is a river, and sitio Bag-bag is being shared by 2 barangays. Thus, Bag-bag Kapito and Bag-bag Bungahan which is just separated by the National Highway.
Nestled in Lian, Batangas is the quaint barangay of Matabungkay known for its wide beach, clear waters, creamy sand and of course the "BALSA" (Bamboo Beach Raft). every year this small town will come alive in colorful celebrations as Matabungkay Beach Resort & Hotel hosts the BALSA FESTIVAL.