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Philippines — silhouette, capital and facts
The Philippines is in Asia and its capital is Manila. With about 113 million people and 300,000 km², it ranks 72nd in area and 13th in population among the 195 countries in GeoSilhueta.
Silhouette of the Philippines, scaled to the same size as every other country in the game.
Quick facts
- Capital
- Manila
- Continent
- Asia
- Population
- about 113 million
- Area
- 300,000 km²
- Language
- Filipino and English
- Currency
- Philippine peso
- Flag colors
- blue, red, white, yellow
Borders
The Philippines has no land border with any other country: it is an island or an archipelago.
Fun facts about the Philippines
- The country has over 7,600 islands, and its name honors King Philip II of Spain.
- The Puerto Princesa Underground River flows through a cave straight to the sea and is a World Heritage Site.
- Filipino and English are official, and the country is known for karaoke and for its very long Christmas season.
Frequently asked questions
What is the capital of the Philippines?
The capital of the Philippines is Manila.
Which continent is the Philippines in?
The Philippines is in Asia.
Which countries border the Philippines?
The Philippines has no land border with any other country: it is an island or an archipelago.
How can I learn to recognize the silhouette of the Philippines?
In GeoSilhueta you see only a country's outline and guess which one it is. The Philippines is one of the 195 countries in the game, which is free and runs in your browser with no signup.
What are some fun facts about the Philippines?
The country has over 7,600 islands, and its name honors King Philip II of Spain. The Puerto Princesa Underground River flows through a cave straight to the sea and is a World Heritage Site. Filipino and English are official, and the country is known for karaoke and for its very long Christmas season.
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