The name Amulung is derived from the fruit tree Goniothalamus amuyon or amuyon/amuyong in Ilocano, while Fr.

Jose Bugarin's dictionary defines amulung as "a type of vine, with fig-like leaves, well used for reducing swelling/inflammation."

Formerly administered from Iguig, Amulung was formally established on 10 May 1734 by the Spaniards as a stopover along the Cagayan River.

The Schools Division of Cagayan governs the town's public education system.

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