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It's all about the Philippines!!!TRANSCRIPT
about
Map of the Philippines
Luzon
Visayas
Mindanao
People of the Philippines
Efren Peñaflorida
is a teacher and social worker in the Philippines. He is the founder and head of the Dynamic Teen Company, which offers Filipino youth an alternative to street gangs through education, recreating school settings in unconventional locations such as cemeteries and trash dumps.
Peñaflorida was featured as a CNN Hero as part of the news network's program to honor individuals who
make extraordinary contributions to help others.
Allen Pineda (apl.de.ap)
A Filipino-American rapper, record producer, and occasional drummer who is best known as a member of the Grammy Award-winning group The Black Eyed Peas.
People of the Philippines
athletes
Manny “Pacman” Pacquiao
-Congressman at Sarangani Province-8 Title Holder-Boxing Champ
Efren “Bata” Reyes
He is a professional pool player and a two-time world champion.
People of the Philippines
politicians
Icons of Democracy
Corazon Aquino Jose Rizal Benigno Aquino
People of the Philippines
Beauty Queens
Venus Raj | Miss Universe, 4th runner-up, 2010
Shamcey Supsup | Miss Universe 3rd Runner-up, 2011
Janine Tugonon | Miss Universe 1st runner-up, 2012
Ariella Arida | Miss Universe 3rd runner-up, 2013
Megan Young | Miss World 2013
Mutya Datul | Miss Supranational 2013
Bea Rose Santiago | Miss International 2013
Tourist spots
Tourist spots in the Philippines
Luzon
Mt. Mayon, Bicol | Luzon
Bicol is one of the top tourist destinations in the country. Bicol is known to be the home of the famous. Mount Mayon, a volcano with a perfectly shaped cone. Bicol is situated in the southern most part of the island of Luzon.
Mt. Mayon
Mt. Mayon, Bicol | Luzon
Mt. Mayon Mayon Trekking
Luneta Park | Luzon
This park is one of the most well-known national parks in the country, you can find the statue of Dr. Jose Rizal, the cool Philippine Relief Map and more. Luneta Park is being rehabilitated right now and it now boasts of a modern laser and fountain show among others for all the locals that troop there especially on holidays and weekends.Rizal Park
Luneta Park | Luzon
Luneta Park Relief Map Modern Laser and Fountain Show
Intramuros | Luzon
It is the oldest district and historic core of the Manila. Also called the Walled City, the original citadel of Manila was the seat of government when the Philippines were a component realm of the Spanish Empire. Districts beyond the walls were referred as the extramuros of Manila, meaning "outside the walls".
Intramuros | Luzon
Intramuros at night Intramuros has been a favorite spot of photographers when doing photo shoots
Taal Volcano, Tagaytay | Luzon
This is the world’s smallest active volcano. This volcano is located within a lake within a volcano. Intrigue? Taal Volcano that is best viewed when you are in the ridges of Tagaytay. It’s one of the coldest places nearest Manila and best for weekend getaways.
Taal Volcano
Taal Volcano, Tagaytay | Luzon
Perspective view of Taal Volcano Inside the cresent of Taal Volcano
Banaue Rice Terraces | Luzon
Considered as one of the 8th Wonders of the World, the Banaue Rice Terraces which can be found on the mountain ranges in Banaue, Ifugao is a testament to the great resourcefulness and engineering skills of the Igorots. These ‘Hagdan-Hagdan Palayan’ or rice terraces are still fully functional today.
Banaue Rice Terraces
Banaue Rice Terraces | Luzon
Tourist spots in the Philippines
Visayas
Chocolate Hills, Bohol | Visayas
It is a well known visitor end of the line with its beaches and resorts. The Chocolate Hills, various hills of limestone structuring, is the most mainstream fascination. Various traveler resorts dab the southern vacation spots and coddle jumpers from around the globe. The Philippine Tarsier, acknowledged the second-littlest primate on the planet, is indigenous to the island.The Chocolate Hills
Chocolate Hills, Bohol | Visayas
Chocolate Hills Tarsier
Boracay Island | Visayas
It is found off the northwest corner of Panay Island, and has a place with the Western Visayas island-bunch, or Region VI, of the Philippines. Boracay’s two essential tourism sunny shores, White Beach and Bulabog Beach, are found on inverse sides of the island’s thin focal zone. White Beach faces westward and Bulabog Beach faces eastward. The island additionally has some different sunny shores. Relaxation exercises accessible on or close Boracay incorporate scuba swooping, snorkeling, windsurfing, kiteboarding, bluff plunging, and sunny shore relaxation.
Boracay Island
Boracay Island | Visayas
Boracay Mandarin Island Hotel Boracay Island’s Dining and Restaurant
Boracay Island | Visayas
Boracay during sunset
Tourist spots in the Philippines
Mindanao
Dako Island, Surigao Del Norte | Mindanao
Dubbed as the Surfing Capital of the Philippines, Siargao has been the host to numerous surfing contests enticing in both local and foreign surfers. Aside from its famous waves, Siargao is as well a haven for white sandy beaches, numerous islets, abundant marine life, mangroves and caves.Of the many islands found in Siargao, Dako is the largest (Dako is the Visayan term for large). Unlike the Naked Island, Dako Island grows coconut trees and some cottages so island hoppers can really enjoy its pure white sand and clear blue waters.
Dako Island
Dako Island, Surigao Del Norte | Mindanao
Surfing at Dako Island Dako Island’s white beach scenery
Dakak Beach Resort | Mindanao
A diving mecca found in Northern Zamboanga in Mindanao, Dakak Park and Beach Resort offers visitors and diving enthusiasts with not only copious coral reefs with thriving tropical marine life, but also a sanctuary of native plants and animals. The sprawling 15 hectares of wooden land makes it an ideal getaway because of its well-preserved white sandy beach with a nearly perfect season as it is well-surrounded with large islands shielding it from typhoons.
Dakak Island
Dakak Beach Resort | Mindanao
Dakak Part and Beach Resort Lobby “A variety of adventures await.” - Dakak Resort
Philippines’ Finest Food
Banana Que, Camote Que and Turon
Banana Que and Camote Que are banana and sweet potato that was dipped and fried in an oil full of brown sugar. Turon on the other hand is a banana and jackfruit wrapped around, fried and dipped in brown sugar.
Turon (top), Camote Que (bottom left), and Banana Que (bottom right)
Filipino Style Spaghetti
Spaghetti is one of the famous Filipino pasta in the Philippines. Its sauce contains beef chunks, hotdogs, red bell pepper in a sweet tomato and banana sauce topped with cheese
Filipino’s own variety of Spaghetti
Sinigang
Sinigang is a Filipino soup or stew characterized by its sour and savory flavor most often associated with tamarind.
Caldereta
Kaldereta or Caldereta is a hearty meat dish using chevon (goat meat), beef, or pork combined with potatoes, carrots, tomato sauce, and liver spread or liver paste.
Adobo
Adobo involves meat, or vegetables marinated in a sauce of vinegar, soy sauce, and garlic, browned in oil, and simmered in the marinade.
Lechon
It is a national dish of the Philippines with Cebu being acknowledged by American chef, Anthony Bourdain as having the best pig, and also being the national dish of Puerto Rico. Nowadays in most of Latin America, the original use of a suckling pig has given way to a medium-sized adult pig.
Sisig
Sisig or Sizzling sisig is a Filipino dish made from parts of pig’s head and liver, usually seasoned with calamansi and chili.
Filipino Street Foods
Halo-halo
is a popular Filipino dessert with mixtures of shaved ice and evaporated milk to which are added various boiled sweet beans, jello and fruits, and served in a tall glass or bowl.
Thank you! Have fun exploring the Philippines!