The flag of Philippines is composed of two equal horizontal bands of blue and red, with a white equilateral triangle superimposed on the hoist side of the field. This triangle has its base on the hoist end, spans about two-fifth the width of the field and bears a central golden-yellow sun with eight rays and a five-pointed golden-yellow star at each vertex.

Philippines

Republic of the Philippines

AsiaSouth-Eastern AsiaIndependentUN Member

Philippines (officially Republic of the Philippines) is an independent country located in South-Eastern Asia, Asia. With a population of 114,123,600 people, it ranks #12 in the world by population. The country covers an area of 342,353 km² (#66 globally), with a population density of 333 people per km². The capital city is Manila. The official languages are English, Filipino.

Key Facts

Population

114,123,600

#12 world ranking

Area

342,353 km²

#66 world ranking

Population Density

333/km²

Capital

Manila

Driving Side

Right

Timezones

1

UTC+08:00

Continent

Asia

Bordering Countries

0

neighboring countries

Languages

Currency

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the capital of Philippines?
The capital of Philippines is Manila.
What is the population of Philippines?
Philippines has a population of 114,123,600 people, ranking #12 in the world by population.
How big is Philippines?
Philippines covers an area of 342,353 km², ranking #66 in the world by area. The population density is 333 people per km².
What languages are spoken in Philippines?
The official languages of Philippines are: English, Filipino.
What is the currency of Philippines?
The currency of Philippines is Philippine peso (₱).

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