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1 day ago · The history of the Philippines dates from the earliest hominin activity in the archipelago at least by 709,000 years ago. Homo luzonensis, a species of archaic humans, was present on the island of Luzon at least by 134,000 years ago. The earliest known anatomically modern human was from Tabon Caves in Palawan dating about 47,000 years.
1 day ago · The Philippines is an island country of Southeast Asia in the western Pacific Ocean. It is an archipelago consisting of more than 7,000 islands and islets lying about 500 miles (800 km) off the coast of Vietnam. Manila is the capital, but nearby Quezon City is the country’s most-populous city.
3 days ago · Philippines - Colonialism, Revolution, Independence: By the late 18th century, political and economic changes in Europe were finally beginning to affect Spain and, thus, the Philippines. Important as a stimulus to trade was the gradual elimination of the monopoly enjoyed by the galleon to Acapulco.
5 days ago · Philippine History Timeline Ancient Trade Routes The Philippines served as a vital point in the maritime trade network of Southeast Asia, connecting with China, India, and other neighboring regions through sea routes. Importance of Understanding Pre-Colonial Periods Exploring the
2 days ago · Country Facts. Capital, Population, Government... Ferdinand Magellan, painting, 1970. The Portuguese navigator and explorer Ferdinand Magellan headed the first Spanish foray to the Philippines when he made landfall on Cebu in March 1521; a short time later he met an untimely death on the nearby island of Mactan.
Jun 18, 2024 · Here is a timeline of key events since 2023 that have escalated tensions between the Philippines and China: 2023. JANUARY 3-5. Marcos goes on three-day visit to Beijing where he and Chinese...
1 day ago · The latest in Philippine lifestyle news covering food, fashion, culture, health and more plus up-to-date international trends.
