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• With a population of more than 97 million people, the Philippines is the seventh most populated Asian country and the 12th most populated country in the world. An additional 12 million Filipinos live overseas. Multiple ethnicities and cultures are found throughout the islands.
• Pahiyas Festival


  One of the country's biggest, and most colorful harvest festival every May 15th
• Harvest festivals


  Festivals to honor San Isidro Labrador, the patron saint of farmers
• Decorations


  • Kiping - leaf-shaped and multi-colored rice paste wafers used to decorate the facades of the homes
  • Fruits and flowers from nature
• Moriones Festival in Marinduque - is an annual festival held on Holy Week on the island of Marinduque, Philippines. The "Moriones" are men and women in costumes and masks replicating the garb of biblical Roman soldiers as interpreted by local folks.
• Panagbenga or Flower Festival in Baguio City - is an annual flower festival celebrated every February which takes place in Baguio City, Philippines. The term “Panagbenga” comes from a Kankanaey term meaning “season of blooming”. This festival reflects the history, traditions and values of Baguio and the Cordilleras. It lasts over a month long and flourishes through community spirit involvement.