The Philippines

#. The Philippines

 

The Philippines is situated in Southeast Asia.

It is one of the world's largest island nations.

Over 7,600 islands make up the country.

The Philippines is known for its beautiful beaches.

It also has many delicious fruits, including coconuts and papayas.

The country has many different cultures.

In the past, it was influenced by Asian, European, and American cultures.

Also, religion is very important to many Filipinos.

Most of them are Roman Catholic.

Education is also very important in the Philippines.

In fact, 98 percent of Filipinos know how to read.

Jeepneys are a unique kind of public transportation in the Philippines.

Many people ride the colorful vehicles.

The Internet and social networking are very popular in the Philippines.

Almost 80 percent of Filipinos use Facebook, Instagram, or other social media sites.

 

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