The Philippines is an archipelagic country in Southeast Asia, consisting of over 7,600 islands in the western Pacific Ocean. It’s bordered by the South China Sea to the west and the Philippine Sea to the east. Manila is the capital, while Quezon City is the largest city.
- Divided into three main island groups: Luzon (north), Visayas (central), and Mindanao (south).
- Known for mountains, rainforests, coral reefs, white-sand beaches, and active volcanoes.
- Part of the Pacific “Ring of Fire,” so earthquakes and typhoons are common.
