The Philippine Paradise

In terms of natural resources, The Philippines is one of the richest countries. It is an island nation with about 7,100 islands and has a tropical environment that tourists would love. You can enjoy the great views as you relax and just escape the hustle and bustle of the city life. This country has some of the world's best tourist destinations that are rather spectacular even for the locals. Enjoying the different destinations in the Philippines is easy and may be due to the fact that English is considered to be the second tongue. Considering that the country has over 180 languages, many people do speak English, even in the rural areas. Some foreigners may wonder why this is so. It's actually because Americans were the country's last conquerors. The country also has strong ties with English-speaking countries. When you tour the country, you will find your vacation more enjoyable because it's easy to understand why things are the way they are. It's also easy to understand the Filipino culture because they will know how to converse to you.
If you're planning to spend a holiday in this tropical haven, it would be great to know a little about it. the Philippines is an archipelago where islands are united by seas and divided by mountains. Geographically speaking, since the country is a composition of many different islands, people tend to share their sub-cultures to each other and everything will still be united as the larger Filipino culture that all regions will be known for. Because of this geographical nature of the country, Filipinos can be so diverse yet one in a unique way.
The Philippines is one of Asia's best tourist destinations. There are many spectacular views that any tourist can
enjoy. If you go to mountains, you can see the man-made rice terraces in Benguet which were made by the natives of the mountains as a way of sustaining their livelihood. This was actually counted as one of the world's eight wonders including the famous Chocolate Hills of Bohol. Those who love the underwater will also marvel at the rich marine life in the country's many diving sites.
Most of all, tourists will often leave the country thinking of it not only as a land of beautiful views and beaches but also as a place where warm and spirited hosts will effortlessly go out of their way to accommodate an eager tourist. Immediately after arriving in the Philippines, most foreigners would see how friendly and hospitable Filipinos are. In fact, some actually come back because they have found love in the Philippines. This love does not always mean romantic love. It can also be an enchantment for the country's fabulous attractions, including its culture. by Greg Pierce