Philippines
The Philippines is an archipelago of over 7,000 islands strung across the western Pacific, where jeepneys, Spanish-era churches and world-class reefs all share the map.
WHAT THE FLAG MEANS â—¢
Horizontal blue over red with a white equilateral triangle at the hoist framing a golden sun and three stars. Blue is peace and justice, red patriotism and valour, white equality; the sun's eight rays mark the first eight provinces to revolt and the three stars the island groups of Luzon, Visayas and Mindanao. Flown red-up, it signals a state of war.
Philippines FACTS â—¢
| Capital | Manila |
|---|---|
| Continent | Asia |
| Population | 112,729,484 |
| Area | 343,448 km² |
| Population density | 328 /km² |
| Currency | Philippine peso (PHP) ₱ |
| Official languages | English, Filipino, Taglish |
| Calling code | +63 |
| Internet TLD | .ph |
| Drives on the | Right |
| ISO codes | PH / PHL |
DID YOU KNOW? â—¢
- It's made up of more than 7,600 islands, though a large share are uninhabited.
- It's one of the world's biggest exporters of coconut products, and the leading exporter of coconut oil.
- The Philippine eagle, one of the largest and rarest eagles on Earth, is its national bird.
- The Chocolate Hills of Bohol are over a thousand near-identical mounds that turn brown in the dry season.
- The Puerto Princesa Underground River flows through a spectacular limestone cave system, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Philippines FAQ â—¢
What is the capital of Philippines?
The capital of Philippines is Manila.
What is the population of Philippines?
Philippines has a population of about 112,729,484.
What currency does Philippines use?
Philippines uses the Philippine peso (PHP).
What languages are spoken in Philippines?
The official languages of Philippines are English, Filipino, Taglish.
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