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Bookmark or Share- Philippines Maps & Facts - World AtlasThe Philippines, an archipelago in Southeast Asia, situates itself in the western Pacific Ocean. It shares maritime borders with Vietnam to the west, Taiwan to the north, Palau to the east, and Malaysia and Indonesia to the south. The archipelago encompasses a total area of approximately 300,000 km 2 (about 115,830 mi 2 ).
- Philippines travel guide - Lonely Planet | AsiaThe Philippines is defined by its emerald rice fields, teeming megacities, graffiti-splashed jeepneys, smoldering volcanoes, bug-eyed tarsiers, fuzzy water buffalo and smiling, happy-go-lucky people. Best Time to Visit. 01 / Attractions. Must-see attractions. Coron Island. Coron Town.
- Philippines - A Country Profile - Nations Online ProjectThe Philippines is one of the most westernized nations in Southeast Asia, a unique blend of eastern and western cultures. Spain (1565-1898) and the United States (1898-1946), colonized the country and have been the most significant influences on the Philippine culture. This is about to change.
- history of the Philippines - Encyclopedia BritannicaHistory of the Philippines, a survey of notable events and people in the history of the Philippines. The Philippines takes its name from Philip II, who was king of Spain during the Spanish colonization of the islands in the 16th century.
- Geography and history of the establishment of the PhilippinesPhilippines, officially Republic of the Philippines, Island country, western Pacific Ocean, on an archipelago off the southeast coast of Asia. Area: 114,145 sq mi (295,633 sq km). Population: (2024 est.) 116,628,000. Capital: Manila; other government offices and ministries are located in Quezon City and other Manila suburbs.
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