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Filipino Superhero Series: Panday
Do you know why PANDAY is known as the "Original Pinoy Superhero"?
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Religions in the Philippines
Discover what religions are practiced in the Philippines and other interesting facts on religion.
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Filipino Icon: The Black Nazarene
The religious icon that draws millions of devotees in a procession that ultimately tests the faith.
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Filipino Icon: Tricycle and Pedicab
This noisy three-wheeled mode of transportation is a staple around the country.
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Filipino Icon: Parol
A ‘Parol’, is a Filipino Christmas lantern.
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The Philippine Government in a nutshell
A look into the three branches of the government and their functions
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Philippine HiStory Today: The Christian King from Sulu
The story of how Christianity became the key to win back the throne.
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This week in Philippine hiStory: MV Doña Paz: Asia’s Titanic
Discover what happened in what was called the worst peacetime-sea disaster of the 20th century.
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Philippines HiStory this Week: The truce of Biak-na-Bato
A peace treaty has been signed between the Philippines and Spain. But did the long rivals honour their promises?
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Philippine hiStory Today: The War comes to the Philippines
8 December 1941, the day Manila fell on its knees.
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Philippine HiStory Today: Mt Pinatubo Eruption
The second largest volcanic eruption of the 20th century happened in the Philippines. Get to know more about the power of nature with Kuya Roly in Today’s HiStory.
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Philippine HiStory Today: Gateway to Philippine Independence
What exactly is the Tydings-McDuffie Act all about?
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Philippine Independence Day: The date Debate
Did you know that 12 June was not the original date of our independence? Get your facts straight with kuya Roly in today’s Philippine HiStory.
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Philippine HiStory Today: From ‘Como esta’ to ‘Kumusta’
How did we go from Spanish-speaking islanders to a Filipino-speaking nation?
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Tatlong Bituin at Isang Araw: The Philippine Flag
A history of the changes made on the Philippine flag and its symbols.
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Philippine HiStory Today: Celebrity Politicians
His win showed that celebrities also have a place in politics. Find out more about Erap and celebrity politics in the Philippines.
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Para sa tabi: Modes of transportation in the Philippines
A guide on types of transportation, including costs, pros and cons.
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Filipino Icon: Harana
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.
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Philippine HiStory Today: The death of a Hero
Andres Bonifacio’s death remains one of the most controversial topics in Philippine history.
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Philippine HiStory Today: The Ancient Filipino Writes
The first ever sample of Filipino writing was dug up in Laguna. What did it say? You’ll be surprised in today’s HiStory.
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Musical Instruments of the Philippines
Ever heard of the kulintang, agong and gangsa? Find out more about music instruments that are proudly Pinoy.
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Filipino Icon: Bagoong
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.
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Philippine HiStory Today: When surrender means Courage
Why do we celebrate one of the biggest war tragedies in the Philippines, the Fall of Bataan? Discover more about the National Holiday that falls on 9 April.
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Philippine HiStory Today: Hukbalahap Formed
Did you know that one of the Philippines’ most efficient army was composed of… farmers?!
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Great Women in Philippine History
Are you a Filipina? Celebrate Women’s Month by walking down the memory lane with the greatest Filipinas in history.
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Filipino Icon: Terno
The Filipiniana icon of stateliness and grace has had a long history of re-interpretations.
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Philippine HiStory Today: People Power Revolution
The four-day bloodless revolution that changed the course of Philippine history.
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Philippine HiStory Today: The Three Martyr Priests
Why were Gomburza executed by Spain? Find out the real deal here:
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Valentines Series: Juan Luna’s Love Story
A grim tale of love that is as dark and as enigmatic as the famous Spoliarium.
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Philippine HiStory Today: 1986 Snap Elections
The simple gesture that started one of the most peaceful protests in history.
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Philippine HiStory Today: What’s in a Name?
Join FFE’s resident HiStory-teller kuya Roly as he uncovers the origin of the name of the Philippines.
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Philippine HiStory Today: How Jollibee came to Be
Find out how our favourite Chickenjoy, Yum! Burger and Crispy Fries came to be in today’s delectable HiStory-telling session.
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Tsinoy in the Philippines: A look at the Chinese Community
Celebrate Chinese New Year with a look at how the Chinese community grew in the Philippines.
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Philippine HiStory Today: Black Thursday in Mendiola
Find out what happened behind one of the worst massacres in recent Philippine history.
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Philippine HiStory Today: EDSA II
How democracy prevailed in the deposition of former Philippine President Erap Estrada.
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Tiyanak
Demon baby of Philippine folklore
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Filipino Superhero Series: Lastikman
The Filipino Elastic Superhero
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The Centenary of the Rizal Monument
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.
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No Cockfighting on Rizal Day
Read about the other ways Rizal’s death is commemorated
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Today in Philippine hiStory: Spain surrenders to America
Why did Spain let go of the Philippines after its 300-year rule?
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Philippine HiStory Today: The right to suffrage, empowering the Filipina
7 December 1933, when women were finally given the power to vote in the Philippines.
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Pambansang Kamao: The Road to Greatness
Find out how a poor boy from Bukidnon became the World’s Boxing Pound-for-Pound King:
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PH HiStory Today – Supremo: The Hero of the Masses
Celebrate the life of Andres Bonifacio in this 150th birth anniversary special.
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Filipino Icon: Bayong
The Traditional Filipino shopping Bag
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Lakandula: the peaceful king takes his Stand
At the height of Spanish invasion, what did a king choose to do?
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PH History Today: Filipinos take over the Church
Discover how the local church was turned over to Filipinos from the ruthless friars.
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Philippine Myths & Legends: Kapre
A playful, tobacco- smoking giant that resides in big trees.
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Philippine Myths & Legends: Maria Makiling
Read about the most famous fairy of the Philippines.
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Largest, Longest and Smallest Animals Found in the Philippines
Read about these impressive animals with impressive sizes.
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PH History Today: Manila pledges allegiance to the English King
Once in our history the Spaniards ran away from Intramuros. Know why?
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PH History Today: The General Returns
The story of a man who left the Philippines with nothing but a promise.
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PH History Today: The Philippine Assembly- Road to self-governance
16 October 1907: Filipinos get a first taste of a national election in this day in history.
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Filipino Superhero Series: Captain Barbell
This Pinoy superhero did not only have numerous movies, he starred in a TV series as well.
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Philippine Myths & Legends: Manananggal
A pretty woman that turns into a monstrous winged- creature at night.
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El Filibusterismo: The making of a revolution
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.
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FFE’s New Philippine HiSTORY Teller
Welcome the new member of the FFE team as he recounts and paints Philippine history in vivid colours. You cannot help but listen and finally understand what you were too bored to listen to in history class.
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Philippine Geography: Description of Luzon, Visayas, and Mindanao
Get to know about Philippine geography -luzviminda
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Philippine Population Density
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.
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Filipino Superhero Series: Zsazsa Zaturnnah
Find out what quality this Superheroine has that makes her very popular in contemporary Philippine literature.
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6 September : The world turns its eyes on the Philippines
Ever wonder how the city of Manila grew to be a center of economic trade in the country? The event on a September day in 1834 is one important clue.
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Manuel L. Quezon
19 August 2013 is the 135th birth anniversary of Manuel L. Quezon, the second President of the Philippines
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A Quick Glance at the Philippines: Mabuhay and Welcome!
A description of the Philippines; geography, demography, politics, economy and other visitor facts.
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10 ways to learn a new language for free
Have just moved to a new country and you need to learn a new language but you can not afford paying for a private tutor or a language school? Go on reading because our language expert Rafa, who speaks 5 different languages will give you some valuable tips on how you can master a… continue reading
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Philippines celebrates 115 years of Independence
This year's theme is "Kalayaan 2013: Ambagan Tungo sa Malawakang Kaunlaran"(Independence Day 2013: Pitching in Towards Inclusive Growth).
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Philippine national anthem: Lupang Hinirang
Composed in 1898. Music by Julian Felipe. Lyrics by Jose Palma
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Jose P. Laurel
The 3rd President of the Philippines. He was the President of the Philippines during the Japanese occupation of World War II.
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Sergio S. Osmena
The 4th president of the Philippines,Sergio Osmena served from 1944 to 1946
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Manuel A. Roxas
He served from 1946 to 1948 and is the 5th President of the Philippines
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Elpidio Quirino
Quirino's six years as president were marked by notable postwar reconstruction, general economic gains, and increased economic aid from the United States.
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Ramon F. Magsaysay
Idol of the masses, champion of democracy, and freedom fighter, Ramon Magsaysay is the 7th President of the Philippines.
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Carlos P. Garcia
8th President of the Philippines, famous for his austerity program and policy. He was born in Talibon, Bohol, on November 4, 1896.
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Diosdado P. Macapagal
9th President of the Philippines,he is best known as the "Champion of the Common Man."
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Ferdinand E. Marcos
Notably known for imposing martial law, Ferdinand Marcos is the 10th President of the Philippines.
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Corazon C. Aquino
11th President of the Philippines, the first woman to become president of the Philippines, born in Tarlac on January 25, 1933
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Fidel V. Ramos
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.
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Joseph Ejercito Estrada
He was elected President of the Philippines in 1998 but the EDSA II Revolution cut his 6-year term short on January 20, 2001.
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Gloria Macapagal Arroyo
GMA was sworn in as President when Estrada was forced to leave Malacanang on January 21, 2001.
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Benigno Simeon "Noynoy" Cojuangco Aquino III
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.
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Emilio Aguinaldo
First President of the Philippines, Filipino leader who fought first against Spain and later against the United States for the Independence of the Philippines.
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Philippine Presidents
Do you know who among the Philippine Presidents has 13 children?
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National Symbols of the Philippines
Get to know the national symbols of the Philippines.
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Filipino Icon: Harana
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.
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Filipino Icon: Kundiman
Kundiman is a genre of traditional love songs. These songs often express feelings of intense romance, yearning, and devotion.
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Filipino Icon: Balut
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.
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Filipino Icon: Chicharon
Chicharon is a Filipino's favourite snack. Why? Well this local delicacy is crunchy, tasty, and just sinfully good.
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Filipino Icon: Sipa
Similar to the American's game of Hacky Sack, Sipa is a game that literally means "kick" or "to kick" in English.
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Filipino Icon: Santo Nino
The Sto. Nino is one of the oldest and most revered religious images in the Philippines.
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The Origin of the Filipino Language (Wikang Filipino)
Filipino is formally the national language of the Philippines.
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Filipino Alphabet (Alpabetong Filipino)
The Filipino alphabet is the alphabet of the Filipino language.
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Filipino Superhero Series: Darna
Whats your answer when your friends ask you who is our own version of Wonder Woman? DARNA!
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Map of the Philippines
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
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Filipino Icon: Barong Tagalog
The Barong Tagalog or Barong is a traditional formal men's wear in the Philippines often worn on special occasions such as weddings.
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Filipino Icon: Lambanog
If the Germans and Czech are famous for their beer, the Filipinos are known for Lambanog.
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Filipino Icon: Halo-Halo
Halo-Halo is a favourite dessert among Filipinos.
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Filipino Icon: Pasalubong
Filipinos are natural gift-givers. Filipinos will never travel and return home without bundles of pasalubongs or homecoming gifts for their loved ones.
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Filipino Icon: Malacanang
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.
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Philippine Superhero Series: Princess Urduja
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
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Filipino Icon: The Balikbayan Box
The balikbayan box is an expression of the Filipino tradition of pasalubong, or homecoming gifts.
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Filipino Icon: Ninong at Ninang
Ninongs and ninangs are either a child's godparents, or they are the principal sponsors at a person's wedding.
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Filipino Icon: Bunot at Walis
The bunot and the walis are omnipresent parts of the Filipino household's cleaning equipment.
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Filipino Icon: Hilot
Hilot is a Filipino form of traditional healing.
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Filipino Icon: Philippine jeepney
The jeepney is a form of public transportation found in the Philippines.
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Filipino Icon: Tapsilog
Tapsilog is a popular Filipino breakfast meal made with cured beef (tapa), garlic-fried rice (sinangag), and fried egg (itlog).
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How ancient Visayans revered the dead
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.
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Philippine Superhero Series: Lam-ang
Classic Philippine literature thrives even to this day as Lam-ang is the hero of the only surviving complete Filipino Christian epic.
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Ang Pipit
Love, romance, life – Listen to some of the Philippines’ best folk songs! Sing along as we provide you Filipino and English lyric translations.
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Sa Ugoy Ng Duyan
Love, romance, life – Listen to some of the Philippines' best folk songs! Sing along as we provide you Filipino and English lyric translations.
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Sinisinta Kita
Love, romance, life – Listen to some of the Philippines’ best folk songs! Sing along as we provide you Filipino and English lyric translations.
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Paru-Parong Bukid
Love, romance, life – Listen to some of the Philippines’ best folk songs! Sing along as we provide you Filipino and English lyric translations.
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Sitsiritsit
Love, romance, life – Listen to some of the Philippines' best folk songs! Sing along as we provide you Filipino and English lyric translations.
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Dahil Sa Iyo
Love, romance, life – Listen to some of the Philippines’ best folk songs! Sing along as we provide you Filipino and English lyric translations.
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Sarong Banggi
Love, romance, life – Listen to some of the Philippines’ best folk songs! Sing along as we provide you Filipino and English lyric translations.
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Ibong Adarna and Don Juan
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!
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Learn Baybayin/ Alibata
Baybayin, or more commonly known as Alibata, was an ancient script or writing system in pre-Hispanic Philippines.