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The Philippines (Filipino: Pilipinas) officially called known as the Republic of the Philippines (Republika in the Philippines, also known as Pilipinas) is an archipelago that includes seven hundred islands situated in Southeast Asia between the Philippine Sea and the South China Sea.

The country boasts one of the longest coastlines and has many beautiful beaches and superb diving. There is a wide range of cultures due to the multitude of islands, waves of immigration, as well as an amalgamation of influences from abroad The country has traded with neighboring nations for more than 1000 years. It was an independent Spanish colony between the 1500s and 1898, and then American from 1898 until the year 1946. It will take a long time to travel and explore the entirety of it.

A lot of locals are fluent in English well, and the majority of them speak at the very least English. Accommodations and food are affordable Many destinations have great infrastructure, and the locals are warm and friendly. one of the easiest ways to identify an Filipino in a foreign country is to observe the person with the biggest smile.

The Philippines is witnessing a gradually increasing number of tourists, but it is continuing to fall behind its neighbours with only 8 million visitors in the year 2018 which is less than a fifth Thailand's visitors, despite having an increase of 40% in population. Westerners make up a small portion of visitors. Most tourists originate originated from China, Korea and Japan. The issue of tourism mainly results from insurgencies as well as crime However, most parts of the country are secure with the use of common sense.

Regions

Wikivoyage breaks the country down into four islands:

The Regions in the Philippines Luzon (Metro Manila ), Cordillera Administrative Region, Ilocos Region, Cagayan Valley, Central Luzon, Calabarzon, Bicol, and the islands/archipelagic provinces that surround it, such as Batanes, Mindoro, Marinduque and Romblon) is an administrative area centered around the largest and the most populous island of the Philippines. In the northern region of the archipelago. It is the political and economic center of the country, and is the home of the capital city, Manila, and to Quezon City, its most populous city.

Visayas (Leyte, Samar, Cebu Province, Bohol, Negros, Panay, and the small islands provinces Biliran, Siquijor and Guimaras) This is the third of three major geopolitical divisions that comprise the Philippines which lies between the two other (Luzon as well as Mindanao). It is made up of several islands and includes its own ethnic groups as well as languages that are closely linked to other Filipino communities and languages.

Mindanao (Zamboanga Peninsula, Northern Mindanao, Davao Region, Soccsksargen, Caraga Region, Bangsamoro) is the second biggest island of the Philippines. The region is home to many of the people of the country's Muslims Some are extremely radical and most of the region is considered to be unsafe for travel. See the warnings on Mindanao and other lower-level articles for more details.

Palawan (Palawan Island, Calamian Islands, Cuyo Islands) is an archipelagic province located to the west of in the nation. It is the biggest province in the country in terms of size. The capital city is Puerto Princesa. in Puerto Princesa.

The Philippine administration of the government uses three regions at the top of the hierarchy: Luzon, Visayas and Mindanao. They view Palawan as a part of the Mimaropa region, which is administered by Luzon. Below is a region of 18 below and 80 provinces. There are also 120 cities, and a number of municipalities in rural areas.

Cities

With an estimated number of 109 million people according to the census of 2020 in 2020, the Philippines has a variety of cities. Here are a few of the top cities to visit.

1. Metro Manila The National Capital Region is one of the biggest metropolitan areas in the globe. It's an area of stark contrasts, ranging from ultra-modern structures and wealthy districts to slums blighted by trash and criminals; its traffic congestion, pollution and the lack of historical attractions could deter visitors, but the friendly, stoic and resolute people, as well as the vast array of culture and entertainment can be its salvation.

2 Bacolod 2 Bacolod is often referred to by the name of "City of smiles" due to its MassKara Festival (Mascara in Spanish) which is held every year on October 19th. It is also one of the main entrances towards Negros Island and the home of the famous Bacolod Chicken Inasal.

3 Baguio 3 Baguio - Luzon's capital city in summer because of its mild climate It has well-maintained parks, scenic areas and parks as well as being where you can find the "Igorot" indigenous people who live in the Cordilleras.

4. Cagayan de Oro Cagayan de Oro also known for its status as"the "City of Golden Friendship" It is a popular destination in white-water rafting, and is the main gateway for Northern Mindanao.

5 Cebu 5 Cebu "Queen City" of Cebu" in the South" is the very first Spanish Base located in the Philippines and is a significant center of business as well as industry, culture, and tourism. Metro Cebu is the country's second-largest urban area just behind Metro Manila.

6 Davao The largest cities in the world by surface area, is known as the home of Durian fruit as well as being the location of Mount Apo, the Philippines the highest mountain in the world.

7 Tagbilaran is known as the place that was the site of Sandugo (blood compact) between Spanish conquistador Miguel Lopez Legazpi as well as Rajah Sikatuna which represented Bohol. Bohol community. of Bohol.

8 Vigan is the capital city of Ilocos Sur and a UNESCO World Heritage Site and its downtown is the most impressive instance of Spanish colonial architecture in the Philippines with its well-preserved cobbled streets.

9. Zamboanga is often referred to in the Philippines as "La Ciudad Latina of Asia" (Asia's Latin City) it is the heart of both the Philippines' Christian and Muslim civilizations, featuring ancient mosques, magnificent churches and historical colonial structures.

However, with the possible exception of Manila It is typical for Filipinos to include an "City" suffix on the city's name however Wikivoyage prefers to avoid this practice as redundant, unless clarification is needed. Cities that share a name with provinces (including the former ones) are usually listed in Wikivoyage in the form of [city name(city) (city) (e.g. Cebu City (city) is Cebu (city)) particularly in cases where the most common local usage is the basic but unclear name.

History

The first significant wave of settlers from the Pacific traversed shallow seas and land bridges to mainland Asia beginning about 70,000 BCE The oldest known site located in the Philippines is Tabon Man located in Palawan approximately 45,000 BCE. They are Melanesians and ancestors of many Filipinos and the majority of Papuans and the majority of Aboriginal Australians. Direct descendents of these people, called the Negritos (also known as Aetas are still be seen throughout Negros Oriental, northern Luzon and other regions. These days, they are mostly found in the mountains after being exiled from the prime coastal areas by immigrants later.

In the tens of thousands of years BCE They were then followed by Austronesian settlements traveling the same way, but this time by sea in their magnificent balangay vessels. This is the word that was used to describe comes the title of the Filipino political organization known as the barangay originated from. The Austronesian ethnic group includes Malays, Indonesians and Polynesians and extends across Hawaii, Easter Island, New Zealand and Madagascar. Its roots are the subject of debate within the academic community. A popular theory suggests the origins having come out of Taiwan as well as heading south towards the Philippines. Some theories place their origins in the southern part of China or within the mainland of Southeast Asia or in China's mainland. Liangzhu Culture.

The majority of Filipinos are of Austronesian origin and linguists classify all Filipino languages as belonging to the Austronesian family. But, as an international trading country for hundreds of years, an enclave of hundreds of people and a popular destination for visitors or retired people for many years The country is home to people from many different ethnic groups. The biggest minority group are the Chinese who are primarily Hokkien people whose families are from Fujian Province. The Philippines is home to a variety of religious traditions which were most commonly developed by traders or foreigners; the most prominent is Catholic religions, such as Christianity as well as Sunni Islam.

Religion

Vigan Cathedral

Paoay Church in Ilocos Norte

The Spanish brought Catholicism nearly universal, and the Church has remained extremely influential and the Philippines is Asia's most majority Christian as well as Catholic country for many centuries. There has also been a large Muslim population throughout the centuries. Missionaries from Protestantism have been active and a variety of Protestant or non-Catholic religions are now established in the Philippines, and there are some followers of different Asian religions too.

The Philippines is not just the biggest Christian nation in Asia but also the third-largest Roman Catholic nation. In the Philippines, Roman Catholic faith remains the most significant legacy left by more than three hundred decades from Spanish Colonial rule. Catholicism is still taken very deeply within the Philippines. Masses attract masses, from the largest cathedrals in metropolis to the smallest chapels for parishes located in rural areas. When it comes to Holy Week, most broadcast stations shut down or only operate for a limited time, as do those that broadcast religious programming.

It is important to note that the Catholic Church also has an influence even in non-religious matters like state affairs. Things are slowly changing however. Filipinos are slowly embracing the issues that were once taboo with regard to Roman Catholic doctrine is concerned like the use of artificial contraceptives, premarital sexual sex and the annulment of vows to marry.

The most significant religious minority are Muslim Filipinos (Moros) which are mainly found within Mindanao However, there are often in major cities like Manila, Baguio or Cebu in the northern and central parts in the Philippines. There is also the Bangsamoro autonomous Region located in Muslim Mindanao (BARMM) gives an autonomous government to a small portion of these. They make up about five percent of the people. Islam is the longest continuously followed religious system in the Philippines as well as the first conversions taking place during the period of 12th century. Islam has become such a major factor that Manila was at its time before the Spanish arriving in the late 16th century an Muslim city. A lot of the aspects of this Islamic history are evident in the various cultural practices that traditional Christian Filipinos continue to display (such such as eating habits and hygiene manners) and have contributed an element of melting Filipino cultural.

The threat of terrorist attacks and violent clashes among both the Philippine Army and splinter militant Islamic groups such as those of the Abu Sayyaf and the Moro Islamic Liberation Front have caused tensions in the relations of Muslim and other non-Muslim Filipinos in the rural southern parts in the nation. However, Muslims tend to be more liberal regarding their interpretations of Islam as well as, like people who are Muslims of Indonesia and are generally more comfortable with issues such as gender segregation, or wear of the hijab (veil) in comparison to Muslims who are not from Southeast Asia. Certain Filipino or foreign-resident Muslims were or were converts, specifically those who discovered Islam to be attractive as well as Christianity to be insufficient and unpalatable or who even abandoned their belief in Christian beliefs. However, less Christian Filipinos or foreigners, particularly from Filipino descendents are converted from Islam or other religions that are not Christian.

Chinese Filipinos, Indian Filipinos, and Japanese Filipinos which collectively comprise about 3% percent of all Filipinos, tend to be Hindu, Sikh, Buddhist, Shinto and Taoist. They have lived living in the country for centuries before Spanish rule. Many elements that are part of Buddhist and Hindu faith and tradition are present into the daily life that is the culture of Christian as well as Muslim Filipinos too. As with many other aspects in the Philippines the religion of the Philippines isn't so clear and precise as the official statistics suggest and a lot of Christians as well as Muslims also believe in indigenous spiritual elements (such as the worship of natural gods and ancestral worship, and the existence of healers and magic) which could in some situations contradict the established guidelines of their respective religious beliefs.

'''Climate ''' Its climate has been described as tropical with temperatures that vary from 25 degrees Celsius (77 degF) to 32 degrees Celsius (90 degF) and the humidity is at 77 percent. The Philippines is frequently described as having just two seasons, however in the northern portion of the country there are actually three:

It is the Dry season generally lasts from November through May with the exception of parts of the United States that are 12 ° north from the Equator is subdivided into hot and cool period: It is a cold dry season is from November until February, with the period from mid-January through the end of February being the coldest time of the year. The temperatures are lower on the mountain tops, however even lowland regions can have temperatures of less than 20 degrees Celsius (68 degF) in the Northeast Monsoon ( amihan) from Siberia is in full force So, make sure you have an extra layer of clothing or a light jacket during these times, and especially in the evening when you are walking. This is the ideal time to visit, as it has dry weather, however ferry, ferry, and flight excursions, bus and accommodation can be costly and complicated, especially at the time of the holiday and new Year season.

It is the summer months of the hot and dry (summer between March and the month of May) are the hot months. The country is humid with temperatures up to 40 degC (104 degF) and heat indexes of 50-60 degrees Celsius (122-140 degF) are not uncommon, particularly in the inland regions of Luzon such as Cabanatuan or Tuguegarao. The temperature is ideal for beach trips however they are not suitable for sightseeing. The cost of flights, ferry tickets accommodation, or buses increase during this time particularly on Holy Week, and booking is not easy due to the huge demand.

It's true that there are those who think that having generators isn't worth the objective of camping however, if you're realist, you will realize that the power of a generator is going have a significant impact. This is particularly true if you plan to camp with your family members, including your children.

The rainy season commences in July or June and continues through October, with powerful storms that could bring typhoons. It is also the time when the monsoon southwest ( habagat) comes in, bringing rain, which is typical of this season.

The areas that lie 12 degrees to the from the equator usually have a tropical climate. It is completely dry and humid, and with no month that has an average minimum temperature of 20 degrees Celsius (68 degrees Fahrenheit). Dry season generally lasts from November to May, and the wet season runs from June until October. There are a few instances, particularly in the eastern, more rainy parts in the nation (e.g. Bicol, Samar and Leyte islands) in which the seasons are reversed. October through April are the coolest and most rainy, and May through September the driest. The areas that are exposed directly toward directly to the Pacific Ocean have frequent rainfall throughout the year. This includes the city located in Pagsanjan in the south in Manila (though there are many famous waterfalls close to it will make you wet no matter what).

Baguio is known as the capital city of summer in the Philippines is known to be more humid due to the fact that it is situated in mountainous regions, with temperatures that drop to below 20 degrees Celsius (68 degrees Fahrenheit). In the summer months, the country suffers from droughts, with extreme weather conditions, which can last from around March through May.

The weather in the Philippines can be unpredictable, and like anywhere else within the tropical zone, you may be humid, rainy or cold in just a few minutes. In the mountains, or in Luzon the temperature can quickly drop to below 20 degrees Celsius (68 degF) in the cooler months and, during Baguio and the Cordilleras (including Baguio) it is possible to experience freeze (but it's not snowing). If the weather is gloomy or the cold amhan winds blow you're at risk for contracting flu. You should have an umbrella, raincoat or light jacket on hand according to the time of year!