FAMOUS PEOPLE
Who was the Philippines named after?
King Phillip of Spain
A soup or stew characterized by its sour and savory taste and most often associated with tamarind.
Sinigang
Haggardo Versosa
Haggard
Philippine Independence Day
June 12
Major Island Groups
Luzon, Visayas, Mindanao
A politician, professional boxer and media celebrity who became world-famous for winning boxing titles in more weight classes than any other boxer in history.
Manny Pacquiao
Roasted pig.
Lechon
Wit
Hindi
Rizal Day
December 30
Number of Regions
17
She is best known for her Tony Award winning role in Miss Saigon.
Lea Salonga
A street food made by hard-boiling a fertilized and incubated duck egg.
Balut
Bagelya
Bag
Labor Day
May 1
MIMAROPA
Occidental Mindoro, Oriental Mindoro, Marinduque, Romblon, Palawan
Filipino-American model best known for being the first Filipino to walk in the Victoria Secret Fashion Show.
Kelsey Meritt
Favorite noodle dish in the Philippines.
Pancit
Otoko
Lalaki
National Heroes Day
August 29
Biggest Island
Luzon
First woman president of the Philippines.
Cory Aquino
A spiny oval tropical fruit containing a creamy pulp. Despite its fetid smell it is highly valued for its flavor.
Durian
Duty Free
Maliit ang nota
April 9
Declared as a National Shrine, it is located in the Municipality of Gregorio Del Pilar.
Tirad Pass