Language

According to Countryaah, the official language of the Philippines is Filipino. English and Spanish are also widely spoken.

Religion

Most of the believers of the Philippine Republic adhere to Catholicism (approximately 83% of the religious population), but there are also those who profess Islam and Buddhism.

National traditions

The cultural traditions of the Philippines were formed under the influence of countries such as Spain, as well as various states of the New World. It is to the influence of Spain that the Philippines owes the strengthening of Catholicism on the islands. Of great importance to the Filipinos are Christian religious norms with benevolence and tolerance towards foreigners. Philippine religious holidays are an original mixture of pagan and Christian elements. It should be noted that Fiesta has long been a part of Philippine culture. Check agooddir for recent history of Philippines.

The Philippines is a country where various festive processions and carnivals can be seen throughout the year. Each province has its own heavenly patron and its own holiday in his honor. If you are going to the Philippines in autumn, then you have the opportunity to visit the bright and memorable young wine festival taking place on Negros Island in October, the Bonok-Bonok ethnic festival taking place in Surigao on September 9, the large Zamboanga Hermosa festival from October 10 to 12, the colorful festival “Lansones”, taking place on the territory of Camiguin Island from October 18 to 25, as well as the November holiday with theatrical elements “Pinta Flores”, taking place in Carlos City.

In January of each year, the central provinces celebrate the Ati-Atihan festival, which has its roots in antiquity, and at the same time the International Garfish Fishing Tournament takes place. In February, you can visit the International Bamboo Festival in Las Pinas, and on Easter see the procession in San Fernando.

In the summer, guests of the country can appreciate the Pinyan-sa-Daet pineapple festival, which takes place from June 15 to 24; the holiday “Pintados” in Tacloban, celebrated in the last days of June, the colorful theatrical performance “Kinabayo”, taking place in Dapitan on July 25; Aurora festival in Tanghai territory in August.

While in the Philippines, it should be remembered that the inhabitants of this country are very respectful of their religious beliefs and expect the same from the guests of the country. In places related to religion, it is necessary to exclude loud laughter, conversations, be dressed rather restrainedly, do not eat and do not throw out garbage.

National holidays

Official public holidays in the Philippine Republic:

January 1 – New Year

April 9 – Heroism Day

May 1 – Labor Day

June 12 – Independence Day

Last Sunday of August – National Heroes Day

November 1 – All Saints Day

November 30 – Saint Bonifacio’s Day

December 25 – Christmas

December 30 – Rizal Day