Difference between revisions of "Philippines"
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| − | The '''Philippines''' is a Southeast [[Asia]]n archipelago. The prevalent language in this dense country is [[Tagalog language|Tagalog]]. | + | The '''Philippines''' is a Southeast [[Asia]]n archipelago. The prevalent language in this dense country is [[Tagalog language|Tagalog]]. With busy [[Manila]] as its capital, the Philippines is known for its crystal clear beaches, dazzling festivals, and diving hotspots. [[Jollibee]] notably comes from the Philippines, giving all your fast food favourites a Filipino twist. |
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Unique among Asian countries, the Philippines is majority [[Catholic Church|Catholic]], much like [[Timor-Leste]], though evangelicalism and the restorationist Iglesia ni Cristo are other common denominations. | Unique among Asian countries, the Philippines is majority [[Catholic Church|Catholic]], much like [[Timor-Leste]], though evangelicalism and the restorationist Iglesia ni Cristo are other common denominations. | ||
Latest revision as of 21:54, 19 August 2024
The Philippines is a Southeast Asian archipelago. The prevalent language in this dense country is Tagalog. With busy Manila as its capital, the Philippines is known for its crystal clear beaches, dazzling festivals, and diving hotspots. Jollibee notably comes from the Philippines, giving all your fast food favourites a Filipino twist.
Religion
Unique among Asian countries, the Philippines is majority Catholic, much like Timor-Leste, though evangelicalism and the restorationist Iglesia ni Cristo are other common denominations.
Sports
Basketball is in the blood of many Filipinos. The top flight is the Philippine Basketball Association, where 12 corporate-ish teams battle for three trophies. Former boxer and senator Manny Pacquiao, another source of Filipino pride, once served as a PBA team's manager.
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