Miguel Lopez de Legazpi’s expedition in 1564 had secured the Philippine archipelago to Spain (see Exploration); and in 1571 a fortress was built in Manila, on the island of Luzon, which became the seat of the government. From there numerous partial expeditions then radiated to conquer the other islands, while the Portuguese fought, tending to…
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Check naturegnosis for Philippines in 2001.
Top 10 Most Beautiful Islands in the World
Islands have their own special charm, but what makes them so special? Which islands are among the most beautiful in the world and why? Where are the whitest beaches and the most beautiful diving paradises around the islands? To answer these and other questions, various criteria have to be assessed. In addition to beach and…
Philippines 2011
In 2011, the population of the Philippines was estimated to be around 94.9 million people. The economy of the country was largely dependent on exports such as electronics, textiles and coconut products, as well as services such as banking and tourism. In terms of foreign relations, the Philippines had strong ties with other Southeast Asian…