Where exactly is the Philippines located?
southeastern Asia
The Philippines is an archipelago, or string of over 7,100 islands, in southeastern Asia between the South China Sea and the Pacific Ocean. The two largest islands, Luzon and Mindanao, make up for two-thirds of the total land area.
Where is the Philippines located near?
Southeast Asia
The Philippines is located in Southeast Asia, on the eastern rim of the Asiatic Mediterranean. It is bounded in the west by the South China Sea; in the east by the Pacific Ocean; in the south by the Sulu and Celebes Seas; and in the north by the Bashi Channel. Its capital and main port of entry is Manila.
Where is the Philippines located from the United States?
western Pacific Ocean
It is situated in the western Pacific Ocean, and consists of about 7,640 islands, that are broadly categorized under three main geographical divisions from north to south: Luzon, Visayas, and Mindanao….Philippines.
| Republic of the Philippines Republika ng Pilipinas (Filipino) | |
|---|---|
| • Spanish cession to the United States | December 10, 1898 |
How many states Philippines have?
| Provinces of the Philippines | |
|---|---|
| Number | 81 (as of 2020) |
| Populations | 17,246–4,632,359 |
| Areas | 219.01–17,030.75 km2 (84.56–6,575.61 sq mi) |
| Government | Provincial government |
What do Filipinos speak?
Filipino
English
Philippines/Official languages
What kind of country is Philippines?
Philippines, island country of Southeast Asia in the western Pacific Ocean. It is an archipelago consisting of more than 7,000 islands and islets lying about 500 miles (800 km) off the coast of Vietnam. Manila is the capital, but nearby Quezon City is the country’s most-populous city.
What language is spoken in the Philippines?
Philippines/Official languages
There are over 120 languages spoken in the Philippines. Filipino, the standardized form of Tagalog, is the national language and used in formal education throughout the country. Filipino and English are both official languages and English is commonly used by the government.
Is Philippines a country?
How long is China to Philippines?
The total straight line distance between Philippines and China is 2857 KM (kilometers) and 85.04 meters. The miles based distance from Philippines to China is 1775.3 miles.
Is Manila a state or city?
Manila
| Manila Maynila | |
|---|---|
| Country | Philippines |
| Region | National Capital Region |
| Legislative district | 1st to 6th district |
| Administrative district | 16 city districts |
How hot is the Philippines in the summer?
From March to May the Philippines experiences very hot summers. The country’s average temperature can range from 25 degrees Celsius till 32 degrees Celsius (78-90° Fahrenheit), with average annual humidity around 77 percent.