Philippines Tourist Information
The Philippines are an island nation in Southeast Asia, and include over 7,000 islands. It has beautiful coastline and friendly people, and, because of Spanish colonization, is considered the Asia's largest Catholic country.
The country is quite diverse with over one hundred different ethnic groups, a large international influence, and a Spanish/Latin twist. It makes for a very interesting take on Asian culture, mixed with a beautiful, tropical destination. It has some great opportunities to scuba dive, see wildlife, take in festivals, or do some adventure sports.
Philippines's Top Tourist Attractions
Tamaraw Falls: A thirty meter waterfall with nearby swimming pools.
Hundred Islands National Park: A small but lovely national park off the Alaminos coast made up of over one hundred islands.
Popular Food in Philippines
Sinangag: A fried garlic rice dish made with dried shrimp and mixed with sausage or hot dogs.
Chicharron: Salted and deep fried pork rinds.
Hamonado: A honey cured meat dish served on special occasions.