The Philippines, is an island nation located in Southeast Asia, with Manila as its capital. Made of 7,108 islands, 97 ethnic groups and 101 languages, the Philippines is known as "The Smile of Asia", due to its hospitality. Through its rich history, Philippine culture has had many affinities with the West, especially with Spain and Latin America due to three centuries of Spanish colonial rule.
The archipelago is famous for the contrast between huge and modern metropolis like Manila or Cebu, the primitive tribal territories, the deserted islands, the clear sea waters and the smooth white coral sand.
