Philippines

+The **Philippines** is an [archipelago](/wiki/archipelago) nation in maritime [Southeast Asia](/wiki/southeast-asia), a mosaic of over 7,000 tropical islands, officially numbered at 7,641, and broadly categorized into three main geographical divisions: [Luzon](/wiki/luzon), [Visayas](/wiki/visayas), and [Mindanao](/wiki/mindanao). It is the world's 13th most populous country, home to over 110 million people and a rich linguistic diversity, including [Filipino language](/wiki/filipino-language) and [English language](/wiki/english-language). Its vibrant [culture](/wiki/culture) reflects a rich tapestry of indigenous traditions and centuries of colonial influences from [Spain](/wiki/spain) (leading to its predominantly [Catholic](/wiki/catholic) population) and the [United States](/wiki/united-states), shaping its unique identity. As a developing country, it boasts immense natural beauty, from pristine beaches to volcanic landscapes, and is a global hotspot for [biodiversity](/wiki/biodiversity), home to a vast array of unique flora and fauna. It is also known for its significant diaspora, with millions of [Filipino diaspora](/wiki/filipino-diaspora) working abroad, making it one of the largest sources of remittances globally. Its location in the Pacific Ring of Fire and near the equator also makes it prone to [earthquakes](/wiki/earthquake) and [typhoons](/wiki/typhoons).

+The **Philippines** is an [archipelago](/wiki/archipelago) nation in maritime [Southeast Asia](/wiki/southeast-asia), a mosaic of over 7,000 tropical islands. It is the world's 13th most populous country, home to over 110 million people and a rich linguistic diversity, including [Filipino language](/wiki/filipino-language) and [English language](/wiki/english-language). Its vibrant [culture](/wiki/culture) reflects a rich tapestry of indigenous traditions and centuries of colonial influences from [Spain](/wiki/spain) and the [United States](/wiki/united-states), shaping its unique identity. As a developing country, it boasts immense natural beauty, from pristine beaches to volcanic landscapes, and is a global hotspot for [biodiversity](/wiki/biodiversity), home to a vast array of unique flora and fauna. Its location in the Pacific Ring of Fire and near the equator also makes it prone to [earthquakes](/wiki/earthquake) and [typhoons](/wiki/typhoons).

+The **Philippines** is an [archipelago](/wiki/archipelago) nation in maritime [Southeast Asia](/wiki/southeast-asia), a mosaic of over 7,000 tropical islands. Its vibrant [culture](/wiki/culture) reflects a rich tapestry of indigenous traditions and colonial influences, shaping its unique identity. As a developing country, it boasts immense natural beauty, from pristine beaches to volcanic landscapes, and is a global hotspot for [biodiversity](/wiki/biodiversity), home to a vast array of unique flora and fauna.

+The **Philippines** is an [archipelago](/wiki/archipelago) nation in maritime [Southeast Asia](/wiki/southeast-asia), a mosaic of over 7,000 tropical islands. Its vibrant [culture](/wiki/culture) reflects a rich tapestry of indigenous traditions and colonial influences, shaping its unique identity.

+## See also

+- [Manila](/wiki/manila)

+- [Filipino People](/wiki/filipino-people)

+- [Spanish Empire](/wiki/spanish-empire)