Category: Philippine Facts

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The Filipino Cuisine – Famous Dishes to Savor

Filipino cuisine is a vibrant blend of flavors, cultures, and traditions, reflecting the archipelago’s diverse history. From the influence of Spanish colonization to the infusion of Asian and American culinary elements, each dish tells...

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Rogelio Roxas and The Yamashita Treasure

The legend of the Yamashita Treasure has captivated treasure hunters and historians alike for decades. Said to be the spoils of World War II hidden by Japanese General Tomoyuki Yamashita, this treasure has sparked...

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Makahiya Plant

Locally known makahiya plant in the Philippines, is a creeping flowering plant that react when touched, blowing or shaken. It is also called shameplant, sensitive plant, humble plant, sleepy plant or touch-me-not. “Makahiya” is...

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Palawan Bearcat

The Palawan Binturong, also known as Palawan Bearcat, is medium-sized mammal that can grow about 1.4 meter long. It has coarse, thick black-brown fur, long bushy tail, the ears that are lined with white...

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Apatot

Morinda citrifolia or locally known as Apatot in the Philippines, is an erect, smooth shrub or small fruit-bearing tree about 3 to 8 meters tall. Leaves are broadly elliptic to oblong, 12 to 25...

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Bangkiling

Otaheite gooseberry or locally known Bangkiling in the Philippines, is one of the trees with small edible yellow berries in the family Phyllanthaceae. Despite its name, the plant does not resemble the gooseberry, except...