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Pearl of the Orient
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Manila
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Manila
Philippines
Philippines
Philippines
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Beijing
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°C
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Beijing
Manila
Capital
Manila
Capital
Manila
Capital
Tagalog, English
Official Languages
Tagalog, English
Official Languages
Tagalog, English
Official Languages
Philippine Peso (₱)
Currency
Philippine Peso (₱)
Currency
Philippine Peso (₱)
Currency
+63
Dialling Code
+63
Dialling Code
+63
Dialling Code
Philippines Standard Time (PhST), UTC +8
Timezone
Philippines Standard Time (PhST), UTC +8
Timezone
Philippines Standard Time (PhST), UTC +8
Timezone
~114.9 million
Population
~114.9 million
Population
~114.9 million
Population
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Driving Side
Right
Driving Side
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Driving Side
911
Emergency Numbers
911
Emergency Numbers
911
Emergency Numbers

Pilipinas
The Philippines is a nation shaped by islands and resilience, where every storm is met with a smile, and faith runs as deep as the sea. Here, every chapter of life unfolds in rich colour and sound, like the rainbow-hued jeepneys putt-putting through the streets of Manila.
Hospitality is instinctive; joy contagious. The past lingers in churches and stories, while the future dances in children’s eyes. This is a place that doesn’t demand attention – it draws you in with spirit, softness, and an unshakable sense of belonging.
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