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What other name is commonly used to refer to the Philippines?

The Pearl of The Orient Seas. The Philippines' nickname is the Pearl of the Orient Seas because of its many natural wonders and resources. The Philippines boasts of many great scenic wonders, like Mt. Mayon which has a perfect cone shaped structure, and the Banaue Rice Terraces which are sometimes considered by many as the 8th natural wonder of the world.

What was the site of the first Christian mass in the Philippines?

Limasawa or Masao or Mazzaua. The first Christian mass in the Philippines was held on March 31,1521 on Limasawa Island in Southern Leyte. There are still debates whether Limasawa is the site of the first mass because, according to Magellan's Diary, it was on Mazzaua Island. This island they believe is now a part of Butuan in Agusan del Norte.

Which is the longest river in the Philippines?

Cagayan. Cagayan River runs from the Caraballo Mts. in Central Luzon through the Cagayan Valley Region and empties into the Babuyan Channel. It is about 450 kms long and provides the Cagayan Valley most of its irrigation.

How many islands does the Philippines have?

over 7,000. The Philippines actually has 7,108 islands at low tide. One island is submerged underwater during high tide. Because of its many islands its coastline is one of the longest in the world. Its coastline is even longer than the USA which is a very large country compared to the Philippines

What is the oldest city in the Philippines?

Cebu. Cebu was founded in 1521 and is also called "The Queen City of the South". Cebu is considered as one of the major cities in the country and home to many great singers, musicians and politicians. It is also famous for the first mass conversion of Filipinos to Christianity by the Spaniards.

Which place is dubbed as "The Salad Bowl of the Philippines"

Benguet. Benguet is where most of the country's vegetables come from. It is located in the mountainous region of Cordillera. Its cool climate makes it suitable for vegetable planting.

Which city is the major manufacturer of sugar in the Philippines?

Bacolod. Bacolod can be found in Negros Occidental, Negros Island in the Visayas region. Aside for sugar manufacturing Bacolod is also known for the annual Maskara festival which is almost the same as the Mardi Gras festival in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. It is also known as the "City of Smiles".

Which is the highest point in the Philippines?

Mt. Apo. Mt. Apo stands at 9,692 feet (2,954 metres) and can be found in Davao. It is actually a volcano. It is a great place for sight seeing because of its diverse flora and fauna and also a great view overseeing Davao city.

Most of the country's rice comes from what region?

Region III( Central Luzon). Central Luzon is a vast plain occupied by the provinces Zambales, Bataan, Bulacan, Tarlac, Pampanga and Nueva Ecija. This also where you can find many haciendas which are usually owned by politicians and great businessmen. It is also boasts to be producers of great leaders. Four of the county's presidents came from this region

What is the deepest point in Philippine waters?

Philippine Deep. The Philippine deep is the second deepest point of the ocean in the world. It is located in the Philippine Sea off Surigao Province. With a depth of 35,597 feet it is second to the Marianas Trench which has a depth of 35,797 feet.