TOP 10 Philippines Fast Facts

1. Full Name: Republic of the Philippines
2. Capital City: Manila
   
3. Population: 90 Million
   
4. Time Zone: GMT / UTC +8
5. Languages: Filipino (Tagalog) & English
6. Currency: Philippines Peso (PHP)
   
7. Electric Plug Details: 220 volts a/c is the common standard. 110 volts a/c is also used, especially in major hotels.
8. Economy: Agriculture, Fishing, Manufacturing, Mining
9. Religion: Majority of Filipinos (approximately 83%) are Catholic; about 5% are Muslims. The rest are made up of smaller Christian denominations.
10. Clothing: Light clothes, preferably cottons, are advisable. Jackets or sweaters are needed in upland areas like the city of Baguio.