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GENERAL INFORMATION
The Philippines is made up of 7,107 islands covering a land area of
115,739 sq. m. (299,764 sq. km.). Main island groups are Luzon, Visayas,
and Mindanao. Capital is Manila. Time Zone is GMT + 8 hours.
CLIMATE
March to May is hot and dry. June to October is rainy, November to
February is cool. Average temperatures: 78°F / 25°C to 90°F / 32°C;
humidity is 77%.
LANGUAGES
Two official languages -- Filipino and English. Filipino which is based
on Tagalog, is the national language. English is also widely used and is
the medium of instruction in higher education.
What the Philippines is known for:
Sights: Banaue Rice Terraces, Spanish houses of Vigan,
Walled City of
Intramuros, white sand beaches of Boracay and Palawan,
Corregidor
Island, Manila Bay Sunsets, shopping district of Divisoria,
Kabayan
mummies, Chocolate Hills of Bohol, Mayon Volcano in Bicol.
The People: friendly, hospitable, close family ties, sees the lighter
side of everything, wily, calls all Caucasian males "Joe," celebrates
something in fiestas every month.
for more:
http://visitasiaguide.com/visit-philippines/you-know-youre-filipino-when.htm
Must Try Food: Kare-Kare, Balut, Sinigang, Adobo, Kilawin, Bulalo,
Chicharon, Lechon, Dinuguan, Durian, Mangosteen.
Adventures not to miss: Diving in Malapascua, Caving in Sagada, trekking
up Mt. Pulag, swimming with the whale sharks in Donsol, hiking up the
Banaue Rice Terraces,etc.
Souvenirs tourists to the country can take home: a beautiful tan, dried
fruit, capiz shell ornaments, wooden carvings, batik cloth, plenty of
pictures, good memories, etc.
Visit the Beautiful Philippine
Islands today! A great vacation for the entire
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