Philippines Facts For Kids
Interesting Facts for Kids
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Here are some interesting Philippines Facts which were chosen and researched by kids especially for kids.
- Population: 111 million people live in the Philippines (2021)
- Capital: Manila (Metro with 14 million inhabitants)
- Government: Presidential Republic
- National Holiday: 12 June (Independence Day)
- Language: Filipino and English
- Literacy: 98% of the population over 15 years of age can read and write
- Religion: Most people are Christians (92%)
- Currency: 1 Philippines Peso (PHP) = 100 centavos
- National symbols: three stars and sun, Philippine eagle (national bird).
- National colours: red, white, blue and yellow
- National anthem: “Lupang Hinirang” (Chosen Land)
- History: The Philippines gained independence from Spain in 1898 and on 4 July 1946 independence from the USA