Do you know why PANDAY is known as the "Original Pinoy Superhero"?

Discover what religions are practiced in the Philippines and other interesting facts on religion.

The religious icon that draws millions of devotees in a procession that ultimately tests the faith.

This noisy three-wheeled mode of transportation is a staple around the country.

A ‘Parol’, is a Filipino Christmas lantern.

A look into the three branches of the government and their functions

A history of the changes made on the Philippine flag and its symbols.

A guide on types of transportation, including costs, pros and cons.

Courtship in the days of our grandparents was a long and arduous process filled with interesting customs. One of the popular courtship traditions was Harana.

Ever heard of the kulintang, agong and gangsa? Find out more about music instruments that are proudly Pinoy.

Smelly but complex in texture and taste, the bagoong is a gem in Filipino cuisine. Find out why this smelly, salty condiment is a favorite among Filipino.

Demon baby of Philippine folklore

The Filipino Elastic Superhero

December 30, 2013 marks the centennial of the Rizal Monument, which was built as the tomb and memorial to Jose P. Rizal and has since then served as the de facto symbol of our nationhood. The following essay on the Rizal Monument—on its origins, complex history, and enduring legacy—is the Presidential Museum and Library’s contribution to the Rizal Day 2013 commemoration.

Read about the other ways Rizal’s death is commemorated

The Traditional Filipino shopping Bag

At the height of Spanish invasion, what did a king choose to do?

A playful, tobacco- smoking giant that resides in big trees.

Read about these impressive animals with impressive sizes.

Read about the most famous fairy of the Philippines.

This Pinoy superhero did not only have numerous movies, he starred in a TV series as well.

A pretty woman that turns into a monstrous winged- creature at night.

Proclamation 1081 suspended the civil rights and imposed military authority in the country.

What did Jose Rizal do during his 1891 visit in Ghent, Belgium? Find out how his 3-month stay became a turning point in Philippine history.

Get to know about Philippine geography -luzviminda

Why is there unequal population distribution in the Philippines? Find out the reasons why there are still uninhabited places in the Philippines despite its population growing every year.

Find out what quality this Superheroine has that makes her very popular in contemporary Philippine literature.

Commemorating Ninoy Aquino Day, August 21.

19 August 2013 is the 135th birth anniversary of Manuel L. Quezon, the second President of the Philippines

A description of the Philippines; geography, demography, politics, economy and other visitor facts.

This year's theme is "Kalayaan 2013: Ambagan Tungo sa Malawakang Kaunlaran"(Independence Day 2013: Pitching in Towards Inclusive Growth).

Composed in 1898. Music by Julian Felipe. Lyrics by Jose Palma

The 3rd President of the Philippines. He was the President of the Philippines during the Japanese occupation of World War II.

Quirino's six years as president were marked by notable postwar reconstruction, general economic gains, and increased economic aid from the United States.

Idol of the masses, champion of democracy, and freedom fighter, Ramon Magsaysay is the 7th President of the Philippines.

8th President of the Philippines, famous for his austerity program and policy. He was born in Talibon, Bohol, on November 4, 1896.

9th President of the Philippines,he is best known as the "Champion of the Common Man."

Notably known for imposing martial law, Ferdinand Marcos is the 10th President of the Philippines.

11th President of the Philippines, the first woman to become president of the Philippines, born in Tarlac on January 25, 1933

As head of the State his administration centerpiece program is the Philippines 2000; which aim to uplift the Philippines as a newly industrialized country by the year 2000.

He was elected President of the Philippines in 1998 but the EDSA II Revolution cut his 6-year term short on January 20, 2001.

GMA was sworn in as President when Estrada was forced to leave Malacanang on January 21, 2001.

15th and present President of the Philippines, was born on February 8, 1960. His parents were former Sentor Benigno Aquino Jr. and former President Corazon C. Aquino.

First President of the Philippines, Filipino leader who fought first against Spain and later against the United States for the Independence of the Philippines.

Do you know who among the Philippine Presidents has 13 children?

Courtship in the days of our grandparents and their grandparents was a long and arduous process filled with interesting customs. One of the popular courtship traditions was Harana.

Kundiman is a genre of traditional love songs. These songs often express feelings of intense romance, yearning, and devotion.

Often sold as street food, Balut is simply a fertilized duck embryo. In the Philippines, everyone considers this a tasty snack during drinking (alcohol or liquor) sessions with friends.

Chicharon is a Filipino's favourite snack. Why? Well this local delicacy is crunchy, tasty, and just sinfully good.

Similar to the American's game of Hacky Sack, Sipa is a game that literally means "kick" or "to kick" in English.

The Sto. Nino is one of the oldest and most revered religious images in the Philippines.

Filipino is formally the national language of the Philippines.

The Filipino alphabet is the alphabet of the Filipino language.

Whats your answer when your friends ask you who is our own version of Wonder Woman? DARNA!

The Philippines is an archipelago bounded by the Pacific Ocean to the east the Bashi Channel to the north the Sulu and the Celebes Seas to the south. You can find the Philippines East of Vietnam, North of Indonesia. The country is divided into the geographical areas of Luzon, Visayas and Mindanao. Its capital, the City… continue reading

The Barong Tagalog or Barong is a traditional formal men's wear in the Philippines often worn on special occasions such as weddings.

If the Germans and Czech are famous for their beer, the Filipinos are known for Lambanog.

Halo-Halo is a favourite dessert among Filipinos.

Filipinos are natural gift-givers. Filipinos will never travel and return home without bundles of pasalubongs or homecoming gifts for their loved ones.

One of the most popular Filipino icons is the Malacanang Palace, the official workplace and home to the country's superman – the President of the Philippines.

The balikbayan box is an expression of the Filipino tradition of pasalubong, or homecoming gifts.

Are you a fan of strong women? Then you will love Princess Urduja. Leader, fighter, navigator, and mighty general – Princess Urduja is the Philippines’ very own warrior princess

Ninongs and ninangs are either a child's godparents, or they are the principal sponsors at a person's wedding.

The bunot and the walis are omnipresent parts of the Filipino household's cleaning equipment.

Hilot is a Filipino form of traditional healing.

The jeepney is a form of public transportation found in the Philippines.

Tapsilog is a popular Filipino breakfast meal made with cured beef (tapa), garlic-fried rice (sinangag), and fried egg (itlog).

In 2011, a team of archaeologists led by professor Jose Eleazar Bersales and several staff members of the National Museum unearthed a burial site along the shoreline of Barangay Poblacion in San Remigio town, about 120 kilometers north of Cebu City.

Classic Philippine literature thrives even to this day as Lam-ang is the hero of the only surviving complete Filipino Christian epic.

Love, romance, life – Listen to some of the Philippines’ best folk songs! Sing along as we provide you Filipino and English lyric translations.

Love, romance, life – Listen to some of the Philippines' best folk songs! Sing along as we provide you Filipino and English lyric translations.

Love, romance, life – Listen to some of the Philippines’ best folk songs! Sing along as we provide you Filipino and English lyric translations.

Love, romance, life – Listen to some of the Philippines’ best folk songs! Sing along as we provide you Filipino and English lyric translations.

Love, romance, life – Listen to some of the Philippines' best folk songs! Sing along as we provide you Filipino and English lyric translations.

Love, romance, life – Listen to some of the Philippines’ best folk songs! Sing along as we provide you Filipino and English lyric translations.

Love, romance, life – Listen to some of the Philippines’ best folk songs! Sing along as we provide you Filipino and English lyric translations.

If you like stories about faraway kingdoms, talking animals, handsome princes, beautiful sorceresses, and treacherous older brothers, the story of the Ibong Adarna (the Adarna Bird) is definitely the tale for you!

Baybayin, or more commonly known as Alibata, was an ancient script or writing system in pre-Hispanic Philippines.