June 12 every year Philippines celebrate the holiday of their own independence, because it was on this day in 1898 that the republic received the desired freedom from Spain.

Philippines is an Asian island country in the Pacific Ocean with Manila as its capital, with more than 7,000 islands. The largest islands by area are Luzon and Mindanao, they occupy the lion’s share of the country’s area. Half of the republic is covered with forests, almost the entire territory is mountainous. The population exceeds 100 million. Official languages: Tagalog and English.

Interesting facts about the Philippines

• Karaoke is believed to have originated in the Philippines, along with the fluorescent lamp and the popular Yo-Yo toy.
• The only country that can boast of two flags is the Philippines.
• The country is the largest exporter of pineapple, banana and coconut.
• The Filipino people celebrate Christmas from September until January.
• Manila belongs to the list of the most overpopulated cities of our planet.