introduction to phil history

• The Philippines is an archipelago made up of 7,107 islands located in Southeastern Asia
• The terrain in the Philippines is mostly mountainous, with all islands prone to earthquakes
• The Philippines has 11 main islands, including Luzon, Mindanao, Samar, Negros, and Cebu
• The Philippines is known for its varied topography, with rugged, mountainous interiors and extensive coral reefs
• The population of the Philippines is steadily growing and is the 12th most populated country in the world
• The Philippines has two official languages: English and Filipino, along with 8 major dialects
• 83% of the population in the Philippines is Catholic, with 5% Muslim and 12% belonging to smaller Christian dominations and Buddhist
• The Philippines is the 3rd largest English-speaking country in the world with a democratic government
• The natural resources of the Philippines include timber, petroleum, and cobalt