Map of the Philippines
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Online Map of the Philippines
About Philippines
The Philippines is a sovereign archipelagic country in Southeast Asia. The official languages are Filipino (based on Tagalog) and English. Manila serves as the country's capital city. Located in the western Pacific Ocean, it consists of 7,641 islands with a total area of about 120,000 square miles (300,000 square kilometers). The Philippines has a population of approximately 115 million people (2021), making it the 13th most populous country in the world. The majority of Filipinos are of Austronesian descent.
The country operates as a presidential representative democratic republic, with the President serving as both head of state and head of government.
The Philippine economy is the 34th largest in the world by nominal GDP. Major industries include electronics assembly, business process outsourcing, food manufacturing, and tourism. The country is also one of the world's largest producers of coconuts and pineapples.
Filipino culture is a blend of indigenous, Spanish, and American influences. Christianity is the predominant religion, with about 86% of the population being Roman Catholic, making it the largest Christian nation in Asia.
The Philippines is known for its biodiversity, being one of the 17 megadiverse countries in the world. It hosts approximately 52,177 described species, with 40% of them found nowhere else on Earth.
The country's currency is the Philippine Peso (PHP). The Philippines is a member of various international organizations, including the United Nations, ASEAN, WTO, and APEC.
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| Capital: | Manila |
| Area: | 120,000 sq mi (300,000 sq km) |
| Population: | 114,163,719 (2024 estimate)[1] |
| Official language: | Filipino, English |
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| Currency: | Philippine peso (₱) (PHP) |
| Driving side: | right |
| Calling code: | +63 |
| Internet TLD: | .ph |
| Time zone: | UTC+8 (PhST) |
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| Official government website: | www.gov.ph |
Google Map of the Philippines
Cities in the Philippines
Islands of the Philippines
Regions of the Philippines
- Bangsamoro
- Bicol Region
- Cagayan Valley
- Calabarzon
- Caraga
- Central Luzon
- Central Visayas
- Cordillera Administrative Region
- Davao Region
- Eastern Visayas
- Ilocos Region
- National Capital Region
- Negros Island Region
- Northern Mindanao
- Soccsksargen
- Southwestern Tagalog Region
- Western Visayas
- Zamboanga Peninsula
Provinces of the Philippines: Abra, , Agusan del Norte, Agusan del Sur, Aklan, Albay, Antique, Apayao, Aurora, Basilan, Bataan, Batanes, Batangas, Benguet, Biliran, Bohol, Bukidnon, Bulacan, Cagayan, Camarines Norte, Camarines Sur, Camiguin, Capiz, Catanduanes, Cavite, Cebu, Cotabato, Davao de Oro, Davao del Norte, Davao del Sur, Davao Occidental, Davao Oriental, Dinagat Islands, Eastern Samar, Guimaras, Ifugao, Ilocos Norte, Ilocos Sur, Iloilo, Isabela, Kalinga, La Union, Laguna, Lanao del Norte, Lanao del Sur, Leyte, Maguindanao del Norte, Maguindanao del Sur, Marinduque, Masbate, Metro Manila, Misamis Occidental, Misamis Oriental, Mountain Province, Negros Occidental, Negros Oriental, Northern Samar, Nueva Ecija, Nueva Vizcaya, Occidental Mindoro, Oriental Mindoro, Palawan, Pampanga, Pangasinan, Quezon, Quirino, Rizal, Romblon, Samar, Sarangani, Siquijor, Sorsogon, South Cotabato, Southern Leyte, Sultan Kudarat, Sulu, Surigao del Norte, Surigao del Sur, Tarlac, Tawi-Tawi, Zambales, Zamboanga del Norte, Zamboanga del Sur, Zamboanga Sibugay.
Geography of the Philippines
The Philippines comprises an archipelago of 7,641 islands located in Southeast Asia within the Pacific Ocean. The country's total land area covers 300,000 square kilometers, making it the 72nd largest country globally.
Three main geographical divisions characterize the Philippines: Luzon (northern), Visayas (central), and Mindanao (southern). The terrain consists predominantly of mountainous regions with narrow coastal lowlands. The highest point, Mount Apo in Mindanao, reaches 2,954 meters above sea level.
The Philippines sits along the Pacific Ring of Fire, resulting in frequent seismic and volcanic activity. The country contains 37 volcanoes, with Mayon Volcano being among the most active. The Philippine Fault System runs through the entire archipelago, causing regular tectonic movements.
The climate classification is tropical maritime, featuring two distinct seasons: dry (December to May) and wet (June to November). The country experiences an average of 20 typhoons annually, significantly influencing its geography through erosion and landform modification.
Major Rivers of the Philippines
- Cagayan River - 354 mi (570 km)
- Mindanao River - 323 mi (520 km)
- Agusan River - 250 mi (403 km)
- Pampanga River - 171 mi (275 km)
- Agno River - 160 mi (258 km)
- Abra River - 156 mi (251 km)
- Bicol River - 146 mi (235 km)
- Chico River - 137 mi (220 km)
- Butuanon River - 134 mi (216 km)
- Pasig River - 130 mi (209 km)
- Davao River - 124 mi (199 km)
- Ilog River - 122 mi (196 km)
- Tagoloan River - 119 mi (191 km)
- Panay River - 114 mi (183 km)
- Cagayan de Oro River - 110 mi (177 km)
- Tagum River - 106 mi (171 km)
- Jalaur River - 103 mi (166 km)
- Laoag River - 98 mi (158 km)
- Marikina River - 95 mi (153 km)
- Banica River - 93 mi (150 km)
Mountains of the Philippines
- Mount Apo - 9,692 ft (2,954 m)
- Mount Dulang-dulang - 9,639 ft (2,938 m)
- Mount Pulag - 9,587 ft (2,922 m)
- Mount Kitanglad - 9,511 ft (2,899 m)
- Mount Tabayoc - 9,252 ft (2,820 m)
- Mount Kalatungan - 9,226 ft (2,812 m)
- Mount Piapayungan - 9,058 ft (2,761 m)
- Mount Ragang - 9,055 ft (2,760 m)
- Mount Timbak - 8,989 ft (2,740 m)
- Mount Maagnaw - 8,845 ft (2,696 m)
- Mount Halcon - 8,484 ft (2,586 m)
- Mount Pangasugan - 8,301 ft (2,530 m)
- Mount Mantalingajan - 8,087 ft (2,465 m)
- Mount Kanlaon - 8,085 ft (2,465 m)
- Mount Madjaas - 7,992 ft (2,436 m)
- Mount Silay - 7,989 ft (2,435 m)
- Mount Malindang - 7,956 ft (2,425 m)
- Mount Guiting-Guiting - 7,119 ft (2,170 m)
- Mount Irid - 6,929 ft (2,112 m)
- Mount Banahaw - 6,818 ft (2,078 m)
Brief History of the Philippines
The Philippines emerged as a significant crossroads of maritime trade and cultural exchange in Southeast Asia. Archaeological evidence indicates human settlements dating back 67,000 years. The archipelago witnessed multiple waves of Austronesian migrations from 4000-2000 BCE.
From the 10th to 16th centuries, various kingdoms and sultanates established trading relationships with China, India, and other Asian nations. In 1521, Ferdinand Magellan's arrival marked the beginning of Spanish colonization, which lasted until 1898.
The Spanish period introduced Christianity and established a colonial administration system. The United States acquired the Philippines following the Spanish-American War, implementing educational reforms and introducing democratic institutions.
Japanese occupation during World War II (1942-1945) led to significant resistance movements. The Philippines gained independence in 1946. The country experienced political turbulence under Ferdinand Marcos's regime (1965-1986), followed by the People Power Revolution that restored democracy.
References
1. Philippine Statistics AuthorityLast Updated: December 10, 2024