Top 10 Interesting Facts About The Philippines

In this video, we're counting down the top 10 interesting facts about the Philippines. Nicknamed the “Pearl of the Orient,” the Philippines is known for its many incredible beaches, deep-blue ocean waters, and mouthwatering food. Thanks to its natural wonders and the warm hospitality of its people, the archipelago draws in millions of tourists and expats each year.

Here you will also get to know about the longest Christmas in the world, Cockfight Gambling, and many more. Watch the full video.


00:00 Intro
00:13 Top 10 Interesting Facts About The Philippines
00:22 Number10: They were named after the King of Spain
00:46 Number 9: They were the first to gain independence
01:18 Number 8: The majority of the population is Catholic
01:44 Number 7: They originally used yo-yos as weapons
02:03 Number 6: The country has hundreds of languages
02:38 Number 5: It has the longest Christmas in the world
03:23 Number 4: Christmas means going to Night Mass
03:59 Number 3: Earthquakes are common
04:57 Number 2: Gambling comes in the form of cockfighting
05:36 Number 1: Many Filipinos live abroad
06:31 Wrapping up