This location map shows the Philippines in Southeast Asia, marked in red for clear visibility. Located in the western Pacific Ocean, the Philippines is an archipelago of over 7,000 islands. It lies east of Vietnam, north of Malaysia, and south of Taiwan. This map shows its strategic position in Asia, connecting the Pacific and Southeast Asia, making it important for trade, culture, and an understanding of global geography.
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Official Name | Republic of the Philippines |
Capital City | Manila |
Largest City | Quezon City |
Government | Unitary Presidential Constitutional Republic |
Official Language | Filipino and English |
Population | ~118 million (2025 estimate) |
Official Religion | No official religion (predominantly Roman Catholic, with Islam and other faiths) |
Currency | Philippine Peso (PHP) |
Area | 300,000 sq km (115,831 sq mi) |
Major Rivers | Cagayan River, Pampanga River, Pasig River, Agusan River, Mindanao River |
Highest Peak | Mount Apo – 2,954 m (9,692 ft) |
Time Zone | Philippine Standard Time (UTC+8) |
Calling Code | +63 |
Internet TLD | .ph |
Drives on | Right |
Major River | Cagayan River |