Geography
Philippines is in South-Eastern Asia, Asia. Its listed coordinates are 13, 122; it has no listed land-border neighbors.
Neighboring countries: No land borders.
Asia
Philippines
Philippines is a country in South-Eastern Asia. Learn its capital, flag, population, area, currency, language, geography, culture, food, famous places, travel facts, and FAQs.
Quick Facts
- Capital
- Manila
- Continent
- Asia
- Region
- South-Eastern Asia
- Population
- 114.1 million
- Area
- 342,353 km²
- Currency
- Philippine peso (PHP)
- Official language
- English, Filipino
- Calling code
- +63
- Internet TLD
- .ph
- Time zone
- UTC+08:00
Philippines map preview: 13.00, 122.00
People and Culture
Philippines uses English, Filipino in this dataset. Culture, traditions, education, sport, arts, and daily life can vary by region, language community, and local history, so deeper cultural notes should be checked with reliable local sources.
Food: Food culture in Philippines varies by region and community. This profile avoids naming specific dishes unless they have been reviewed from a dedicated source, making it a safe starting point for classroom or travel research.
Short History
Philippines is recorded with the official name Republic of the Philippines. This profile uses country database fields for quick reference and links the country to its region, capital, identifiers, and basic geography. Detailed historical timelines should be checked with dedicated historical sources when used for formal research.
Famous Places and Travel Facts
Famous places
- Manila
- South-Eastern Asia cultural and historic sites
- Asia map and regional landmarks
Travel facts
- Capital or main administrative city: Manila
- Time zone data: UTC+08:00
- Check official sources for entry, safety, and transport information.
Fun facts
- Philippines is grouped under Asia.
- Philippines has a listed area of 342,353 km².
- Philippines is listed as a UN member.
FAQs about Philippines
What is the capital of Philippines?
The capital of Philippines is Manila.
What continent is Philippines in?
Philippines is in Asia.
What currency does Philippines use?
Philippines uses the Philippine peso.
What language is spoken in Philippines?
English, Filipino is listed for Philippines in this database.