The above blank map represents Philippines, an archipelagic nation located in Southeast Asia. The above map can be downloaded, printed and used for geography education purposes like map-pointing and coloring activities.
This page was last updated on February 25, Home Asia Philippines. Outline Map Key Facts Flag. The above outline map represents Philippines, an archipelagic nation located in Southeast Asia. Caminito del Rey. Angels Landing. Salt Spring Island. It rose in the middle of a lagoon, a few miles south of the main part of Manila, in the island of Luzon, the most important archipelago. This record of the disaster, which was written and illustrated anonymously, shows the volcano in the midst of eruption, and it highlights the surrounding populations that were affected.
The main cities were identified with the image of a church and a symbol. For example the letter A was used to identify the port town of Taal, which was closest to the south part of the volcano. The regions of Bauan and Batangas Port were identified with the letters B and C respectively, and these were located farther from the disaster zone.
The faraway town of Rosario was represented with the letter D, while Lipa was D and was located on the edges of the lagoon. However, the top tourist spots in the Philippines are usually scattered around the three bigger island regions of the country: Luzon where you can find Palawan , Visayas where you can find Boracay , and Mindanao where you can find Siargao.
Here's a Philippine map showing the top tourist spots in the 3 major island regions:. Exploring the Philippines requires careful planning and ample knowledge on what each island region has to offer to make the most of your limited time to travel.
Here's a comprehensive travel guide on the geography of the Philippines to help you plan your trip:. The largest island in the Philippines, Luzon serves as the primary entry point for international travelers. While Manila is the economic center of the entire nation, Luzon also boasts of other notable spots that make the Philippines worth visiting and exploring.
Photo by the Philippine Department of Tourism. For your nightlife fix, head over to Makati City 's Poblacion where you can find the hippest up and coming restaurants and pubs frequented by backpackers and travelers.
If you wish to have a longer road trip, travel to North Luzon and witness the breathtaking gifts of nature found in the Cordillera region. Cordillera is also home to the quaint town of Sagada where you can check out the Hanging Coffins and watch the sunrise with its sea of clouds at Mount Kiltepan. To get here, you can ride a bus from Manila to Baguio. But, if you wish to have a more comfortable travel experience, you can also drive a private vehicle or car rental , or arrange Baguio tours that have transfers from Manila.
Travel back in time when you visit the Spanish colonial town, Vigan , located in northern Luzon in Ilocos Sur. Buildings and structures are reminiscent of the Spanish era and you can even have a complete feel of the times back then by exploring its cobblestone streets through a kalesa or horse-drawn carriage in Vigan tours.
Go off the beaten path when you travel to Batanes , a small island in the northernmost part of Luzon. A lot of typhoons pass by the island that's why the best time to go here us during the dry and summer season, around March to June.
Batanes tours will take you to luscious green mountains and endless hills perfect for relaxing and disconnecting from the world. You can also trek a mountain called Mount Iraya or take a postcard-worthy photo with you at the Tayid Lighthouse. Due to its location, travelers have fewer and more expensive flight options going to its capital, Basco, but it will all be worth it once you set foot in this island province.
Palawan has been named one of the best, if not the best, islands in the world by different travel magazines. It's a constant top contender for international travelers' favorite destinations in the Philippines because it offers attractions that are truly paradise-like.
Both Coron and El Nido offer pristine beaches, stunning limestone rock formations, and a breathtaking underwater world among others. San Vicente is a less popular destination in Palawan compared to the first three but it's a must-visit since it's where you can find Long Beach, the longest beach in the Philippines.
A collection of islands in Central Philippines, Visayas is home to a rich and diverse culture and history. This region is further divided into three parts: Central, Eastern, and Western Visayas.
Festivals, bucket list destinations, and unique delicacies abound in this region. Boracay is a must-visit for first-time Philippine visitors. It has been named multiple times by travel magazines as one of the best islands in the world. This small island has drawn travelers to its shore because of its fine, white sand beaches White Beach being the most popular , diving spots, cliff diving spots, stunning sunsets, thrilling water adventures like parasailing, and a vibrant nightlife.
Cebu is one of the most historically significant places in the Philippines and is also home to multiple destinations packed with must-visit tourist spots. Check out stunning beaches and islands in Mactan Island and Bantayan Island , explore diving spots where you can swim with millions of sardines in Moalboal and thresher sharks in Malapascua , try exciting activities like canyoneering, and go on gastronomic food adventures to taste Cebu lechon and other local dishes.
Cebu can also be an alternative entry point to the Philippines since it has the Mactan-Cebu International Airport that services international flights. Just a ferry ride away from Cebu is another famous Visayan island, Bohol. Chocolate Hills will treat your eyes to a wondrous view of hundreds of green mountainous hills.
On dry season, they turn to brown, making them look like chocolates. Bohol is also a top beach and diving destination since it houses Alona Beach, Balicasag Island, and Pamilacan Island to name a few.
Some must-visit attractions in Bohol tours aside from the Chocolate Hills include the Loboc River where you can feast on a Filipino buffet while on a boat, the Tarsier Sanctuary, and the Bilar Man-made Forest.
For beach lovers, Islas de Gigantes or Gigantes Island tours deserve a spot in your itinerary. Also located in Western Visayas in the province of Negros, Bacolod is known for the famous MassKara Festival , a grandiose parade of people in masks celebrated every October.
Bacolod is also a great starting point to visit the famous The Ruins. Other highlights in Bacolod include the century-old San Sebastian church, mansions of the rich families in Negros, and Lakawon Island. The tear-drop shaped island of Siargao has gained increasing popularity over the years as the ultimate surfing destination in the country. It rivals even the best in neighboring countries Indonesia and Australia. Surfers from all over the world flock to Siargao for the annual International Surfing Cup usually held at the most famous surfing spot called Cloud 9 in General Luna.
Siargao has also been named as the best island in the world multiple times, head-to-head with the more famous Palawan and Boracay. If you want to get out of the city to lounge at pristine beaches, a trip to the nearby Samal Island may just be what you need which is just a ferry ride away.
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