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World's Smallest Volcano World's Smallest Volcano
Taal Volcano, a 406-meter-high crater, is said to be the world's smallest volcano. It is described as "a crater within an island Taal Volcano, a 406-meter-high crater, is said to be the world's smallest volcano. It is described as "a crater within an island
within a lake" because it st
within a lake" because it st ands as an island at ands as an island at TTaal Lake. The laaal Lake. The la ke was formed after the volcano, which used to ke was formed after the volcano, which used to be muchbe much larger
larger, collapsed. The , collapsed. The ridges around Tagaytay Cityridges around Tagaytay City, which overlooks th, which overlooks th e lake, are e lake, are believed to be part believed to be part of the crater of of the crater of the oldthe old volcano.
volcano. These ridges now serve as the border of th
These ridges now serve as the border of th e 18-mile-diameter Taal Lake and stretch 32 kilometers from Mount Batulao toe 18-mile-diameter Taal Lake and stretch 32 kilometers from Mount Batulao to Mount Sungay. Also considered as one of the world's most active volcanoes, Taal Volcano has erupted over 20 times since Mount Sungay. Also considered as one of the world's most active volcanoes, Taal Volcano has erupted over 20 times since
1572. 1572.
Smallest Bat in the World Smallest Bat in the World The Philippines has at least 56 species of bat
The Philippines has at least 56 species of bat s. It is home to the s. It is home to the smallest among the 1,000 known bat species in smallest among the 1,000 known bat species in the world.the world. The smallest bat in
The smallest bat in the world is the Philippine bamboo bat the world is the Philippine bamboo bat (vespertilionid), which belongs to the vespertilioni(vespertilionid), which belongs to the vespertilioni d familyd family. This. This bat measures about four
bat measures about four centimeters (1 1/2 inches) in length and has centimeters (1 1/2 inches) in length and has a wingspan of 15 cm. Approximately, it weighs 1.5a wingspan of 15 cm. Approximately, it weighs 1.5 grams (1/20 ounce).
grams (1/20 ounce). Smallest Mammal in the World Smallest Mammal in the World South of Palawan, lies the Ba
South of Palawan, lies the Ba labac Island, home of the world's labac Island, home of the world's smallest hoofed mammal - the smallest hoofed mammal - the Philippine mouse deerPhilippine mouse deer. Locally. Locally known as Pilandok (Tragalus nigricans), this ruminant stands only
known as Pilandok (Tragalus nigricans), this ruminant stands only about 40 centimeters at the shouabout 40 centimeters at the shou lder level.lder level. In other countries, it is
In other countries, it is called chevrotain, or simply mouse deer. Contrary to its name, pilandok is not a called chevrotain, or simply mouse deer. Contrary to its name, pilandok is not a member of the deermember of the deer family. It belongs to the family Tragulidae in the mammalian order Artiodactyla.
family. It belongs to the family Tragulidae in the mammalian order Artiodactyla. The male species has no antThe male species has no ant lers like thoselers like those of a real deer. Instead, it uses its large tusk-like canine teeth on its upper
of a real deer. Instead, it uses its large tusk-like canine teeth on its upper jaw for self-defense; in the same way a deer jaw for self-defense; in the same way a deer usesuses its antlers.
its antlers.
Aside from the Pilandok, other mouse deer species include the Malay mouse deer or napu and the African water chevrotain. Aside from the Pilandok, other mouse deer species include the Malay mouse deer or napu and the African water chevrotain.
They are found in Southeast Asia, Sri Lanka, and India. While the mouse deer are widely distributed across Asia, their They are found in Southeast Asia, Sri Lanka, and India. While the mouse deer are widely distributed across Asia, their
dwindling population has alarmed
dwindling population has alarmed the World Conservation Union, which declared them as the World Conservation Union, which declared them as endangered in 1996.endangered in 1996. Smallest Monkey in the World
Smallest Monkey in the World
In many respects, the Philippine tarsier (Tarsius syrichta) is different from other animals. Considered as the world's smallest In many respects, the Philippine tarsier (Tarsius syrichta) is different from other animals. Considered as the world's smallest primate, it measures only about twelve centimeters in length. Its two big eyes cannot move and do not have a tapetum primate, it measures only about twelve centimeters in length. Its two big eyes cannot move and do not have a tapetum -the upper protective tissue. Because of this, -the Philippine tarsier has learned to turn its head 180 degrees. It has also two the upper protective tissue. Because of this, the Philippine tarsier has learned to turn its head 180 degrees. It has also two
grooming claws on each foot and an almost bald tail extending about nine inches. grooming claws on each foot and an almost bald tail extending about nine inches.
Found in the islands of Samar, Leyte, Bohol and Mindanao, the Philippine tarsier got its name from its elongated tarsus Found in the islands of Samar, Leyte, Bohol and Mindanao, the Philippine tarsier got its name from its elongated tarsus bone. An ordinary tarsier we
bone. An ordinary tarsier we ighs between 117 and 134 grams. It is able to move between ighs between 117 and 134 grams. It is able to move between trees by leaping as far trees by leaping as far as threeas three meters. It also has keen senses of hearing and sight.
meters. It also has keen senses of hearing and sight. T
Todayoday, there are only , there are only about 1,000 tarsiers inhabiting the wiabout 1,000 tarsiers inhabiting the wi lds of Corella town in Bohol lds of Corella town in Bohol province where the biggestprovince where the biggest concentration of these rare animals was once reported. Ensuring the continued existence of the Philippine tarsiers is the concentration of these rare animals was once reported. Ensuring the continued existence of the Philippine tarsiers is the
Philippine Tarsier Foundation Inc. Philippine Tarsier Foundation Inc. Smallest Fish in the World Smallest Fish in the World The world's smallest freshwater fish is
The world's smallest freshwater fish is found in the Philippines. The found in the Philippines. The dwarf goby (Pandaka pygmaea) measures 1.2dwarf goby (Pandaka pygmaea) measures 1.2 centimeters or less than half of an inch, the tiniest known vertebrate. American Ichthyologist Albert Herre first discovered it centimeters or less than half of an inch, the tiniest known vertebrate. American Ichthyologist Albert Herre first discovered it
in Malabon River in 1925. in Malabon River in 1925.
The Philippines is also the home of sinarapan, the world's smallest commercial fish. Sinarapan, scientifically known as The Philippines is also the home of sinarapan, the world's smallest commercial fish. Sinarapan, scientifically known as Mistichthys luzonensis, is a goby found only in Lakes Bato and Buhi in Camarines Sur province. Sinarapan grows to an Mistichthys luzonensis, is a goby found only in Lakes Bato and Buhi in Camarines Sur province. Sinarapan grows to an
average length of 1.25 centimeters, only slightly longer
average length of 1.25 centimeters, only slightly longer than the dwarf goby. Tthan the dwarf goby. Todayoday, unabated fishing in , unabated fishing in the two lakesthe two lakes threatens the population of sinarapan.
threatens the population of sinarapan. Smallest Shell in the World Smallest Shell in the World
Pisidum, the world's tiniest shell, can be found under Philippine waters. Pisidum measures less than 1 millimeter long. Pisidum, the world's tiniest shell, can be found under Philippine waters. Pisidum measures less than 1 millimeter long.
Smallest Town in Terms of Population Smallest Town in Terms of Population The town of Kalayaan, a group of smal
The town of Kalayaan, a group of smal l islands in the Pacific Ocean west l islands in the Pacific Ocean west of Palawan province, had the smallest populatiof Palawan province, had the smallest populati onon among municipalities at 223 as of
among municipalities at 223 as of 2000.2000. Smallest Painting in the Philippines Smallest Painting in the Philippines
Miniaturist Norris Castillo created what is perhaps the smallest piece of painting in the country. Known as "the Harvest", the Miniaturist Norris Castillo created what is perhaps the smallest piece of painting in the country. Known as "the Harvest", the oil-on-canvas painting measures 1/4 inches in width and 3/8 inches in length. It is now exhibited at the National Museum. oil-on-canvas painting measures 1/4 inches in width and 3/8 inches in length. It is now exhibited at the National Museum.
Castillo claimed that he has created more than 10,000 pieces of painting. (Source: Panorama magazine) Castillo claimed that he has created more than 10,000 pieces of painting. (Source: Panorama magazine)
Smallest Province in the Philippines Smallest Province in the Philippines
The smallest province in the Philippines is Batanes, with only a total land area of 209 square kilometers. The smallest province in the Philippines is Batanes, with only a total land area of 209 square kilometers.
Longest in the Philippines Longest in the Philippines
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Longest Serving Editor in the World Longest Serving Editor in the World
Sy Yinchow, an 84-year-old Filipino-Chinese journalist living in Manila's Binondo district, is perhaps the world's Sy Yinchow, an 84-year-old Filipino-Chinese journalist living in Manila's Binondo district, is perhaps the world's longest-serving, living editor-in-chief of daily newspapers. As
serving, living editor-in-chief of daily newspapers. As of 2003, Sy was still serving the chief editor of of 2003, Sy was still serving the chief editor of the United Daily News,the United Daily News, a leading Chinese-language daily in the Philippines. He has been an editor-in-chief of Manila-based publications for 58 years a leading Chinese-language daily in the Philippines. He has been an editor-in-chief of Manila-based publications for 58 years
since 1945, surpassing the record of Sir Etienne
since 1945, surpassing the record of Sir Etienne Dupuch who had served as the Dupuch who had served as the editor-in-chief of the Nassau Daily Tribuneeditor-in-chief of the Nassau Daily Tribune in the Bahamas for only 53 years from 1919 to 1972.
in the Bahamas for only 53 years from 1919 to 1972.
Aside from his colorful journalism career, Sy has written 20 books and translated over 100 English and 72 French
Aside from his colorful journalism career, Sy has written 20 books and translated over 100 English and 72 French poemspoems into Chinese. He is an ho
into Chinese. He is an ho norary president of the Hong Kong-based World Association of Chinese Writers and a norary president of the Hong Kong-based World Association of Chinese Writers and a fellow of thefellow of the International Writing Programme of the University of Iowa.
Longest Barbecue in the World Longest Barbecue in the World
On April 30, 2002, about 50,000 people participated in the "Kalutan ed Dagupan" festival in Dagupan City (Pangasinan On April 30, 2002, about 50,000 people participated in the "Kalutan ed Dagupan" festival in Dagupan City (Pangasinan province, Northern Luzon, Philippines) to help
province, Northern Luzon, Philippines) to help grill and partake of the 1,001-meter long barbecue, grill and partake of the 1,001-meter long barbecue, that broke the previousthat broke the previous World Record of 613 meter-long barbecue grilled in Canchia, Peru on November 13, 1999.
World Record of 613 meter-long barbecue grilled in Canchia, Peru on November 13, 1999.
The people of the city used hundreds of grills, each measuring 1.2-meter long, to cook the barbecue. The grills' total The people of the city used hundreds of grills, each measuring 1.2-meter long, to cook the barbecue. The grills' total measure was about 800 meters long,
measure was about 800 meters long, enough to surpass the Peruvian record. The baenough to surpass the Peruvian record. The ba rbecue consisted of bangus (milkfish),rbecue consisted of bangus (milkfish), pork, chicken, vegetables and cold cuts. A video foota
pork, chicken, vegetables and cold cuts. A video foota ge was sent to the Guinness ge was sent to the Guinness Book of World Records for validation.Book of World Records for validation. (Source: Philippine Daily Inquirer)
(Source: Philippine Daily Inquirer) Longest Mat in the World Longest Mat in the World The people of the agricultural
The people of the agricultural town of Basey, Samar own the distinction of having weatown of Basey, Samar own the distinction of having wea ved the world's longest mat, orved the world's longest mat, or "banig" in the local parlance. During the town's Banigan-Kawayan Festival on September 29, 2000, hundreds of people "banig" in the local parlance. During the town's Banigan-Kawayan Festival on September 29, 2000, hundreds of people
paraded the mat, which e
paraded the mat, which e xtended for more than a kxtended for more than a k ilometerilometer.. The one-meter wide mat has
The one-meter wide mat has been weaved for several weeks by groups of people from thbeen weaved for several weeks by groups of people from th e different barangays of Basey.e different barangays of Basey. While the mat was not
While the mat was not submitted as an entry to submitted as an entry to the Guinness Book of World Records, Basey Mayor Wilfredo Estorninosthe Guinness Book of World Records, Basey Mayor Wilfredo Estorninos described the feat as a source of pride
described the feat as a source of pride for all Basaynons.for all Basaynons. Each year
Each year, the town, which h, the town, which h as weaving as its prime as weaving as its prime industry, comes to life when it celebrates outlandishly the feast of industry, comes to life when it celebrates outlandishly the feast of St.St. Michael, its patron saint. The highlight of the feast is the Banigan-Kawayan Festival, where the women of Basey weave a Michael, its patron saint. The highlight of the feast is the Banigan-Kawayan Festival, where the women of Basey weave a
variety of intricately designed mats from sedge grass locally
variety of intricately designed mats from sedge grass locally known as tikog (Fimbristylis milliacea). This known as tikog (Fimbristylis milliacea). This tradition wastradition was handed down from many generations. The Church of Basey was built in 1864.
handed down from many generations. The Church of Basey was built in 1864. Longest Bridge in the Philippines
Longest Bridge in the Philippines
The country's longest bridge is the San Juanico Bridge, a steel structure connecting the islands of Samar and Leyte. Built in The country's longest bridge is the San Juanico Bridge, a steel structure connecting the islands of Samar and Leyte. Built in
1973 under the Marcos administration, the 2.16-kilometer
1973 under the Marcos administration, the 2.16-kilometer bridge crosses over the picturesque San Juanico Strait bridge crosses over the picturesque San Juanico Strait as a partas a part of the Maharlika Highway. Also known as Marcos Bridge, San Juan
of the Maharlika Highway. Also known as Marcos Bridge, San Juan ico Bridge has 43 spans rising 41 meters above the ico Bridge has 43 spans rising 41 meters above the sea.sea. Bunton Bridge in Cagayan province is said to be the country's second longest bridge.
Bunton Bridge in Cagayan province is said to be the country's second longest bridge. The title of the longest br
The title of the longest br idge, howeveridge, however, may soon belong to a br, may soon belong to a br idge, which will be built in idge, which will be built in the Manila Bay. This cablethe Manila Bay. This cable suspension bridge will link Metro Manila to the provinces of Bataan and Cavite. It will be patterned after the Tokyo Bay suspension bridge will link Metro Manila to the provinces of Bataan and Cavite. It will be patterned after the Tokyo Bay
Aqualine, which connects Kawasaki City in Kanagawa Prefecture to Kisarazu City in Japan. Aqualine, which connects Kawasaki City in Kanagawa Prefecture to Kisarazu City in Japan. Among the longest bridges in the
Among the longest bridges in the world are the Verrazano-Narrows Bridge in world are the Verrazano-Narrows Bridge in New York, the Golden Gate Bridge in SanNew York, the Golden Gate Bridge in San Francisco, the East Bridge-Great Belt Fixed Link in
Francisco, the East Bridge-Great Belt Fixed Link in Denmark, the Hoga Kusten in Denmark, the Hoga Kusten in Sweden, and the Tsing Ma Bridge in HongSweden, and the Tsing Ma Bridge in Hong Kong.
Kong.
Longest Traffic Buildup in the Philippines Longest Traffic Buildup in the Philippines On the night of May 26,
On the night of May 26, 2003, the northbound and southbound lanes of th2003, the northbound and southbound lanes of th e North Luzon Tollway from Bocaue, Bulacan toe North Luzon Tollway from Bocaue, Bulacan to Balintawak, Quezon City turned
Balintawak, Quezon City turned into a parking lot of thousaninto a parking lot of thousan ds of vehicles trapped in floods. Rains induced by tropical stormds of vehicles trapped in floods. Rains induced by tropical storm Chedeng caused the garbage-infested Malhacan
Chedeng caused the garbage-infested Malhacan River in Meycauayan to rise above the street River in Meycauayan to rise above the street level. The traffic buildup thatlevel. The traffic buildup that extended to EDSA left thousands of commuters stranded for a whole night.
extended to EDSA left thousands of commuters stranded for a whole night. A bus that left Cubao, Q
A bus that left Cubao, Q uezon City at 4 p.m. of May 26 reached uezon City at 4 p.m. of May 26 reached Bocaue, Bulacan at Bocaue, Bulacan at 2 a.m. of the next 2 a.m. of the next dayday. The usually 15-. The usually 15-minute ride from Camachile to Bocaue turned into a grueling and nerve-wracking 8-hour saga for drivers and commuters. minute ride from Camachile to Bocaue turned into a grueling and nerve-wracking 8-hour saga for drivers and commuters. Thousands of office workers that left Makati City at 5 p.m. of May 26 were lucky to reach their homes in Bulacan at 4 a.m. Thousands of office workers that left Makati City at 5 p.m. of May 26 were lucky to reach their homes in Bulacan at 4 a.m.
of the next day. Others spent the night under th
of the next day. Others spent the night under th e rain while catching for e rain while catching for a ride along EDSA.a ride along EDSA. Third Longest Coastline
Third Longest Coastline
The Philippines, one of the world's largest archipelagos, also has one of the longest combined coastlines in the planet. The The Philippines, one of the world's largest archipelagos, also has one of the longest combined coastlines in the planet. The
total length of the country's coastlines
total length of the country's coastlines is 36,289 kilometers or almost twice that is 36,289 kilometers or almost twice that of the United States. It of the United States. It is said to be theis said to be the third country with the longest combined coastlines, after Canada and Indonesia.
third country with the longest combined coastlines, after Canada and Indonesia. Longest Cave in the Philippines
Longest Cave in the Philippines The 15-kilometer St. Paul Cave in Palawan province is
The 15-kilometer St. Paul Cave in Palawan province is considered as the longest natural cave in considered as the longest natural cave in the country. Other notablethe country. Other notable caves in the Philippines are the 8.9-kilometer
caves in the Philippines are the 8.9-kilometer Odloman Cave in Mabinay, Negros Oriental; and the 7.7-kilometer Odloman Cave in Mabinay, Negros Oriental; and the 7.7-kilometer OdessaOdessa T
Tumbali Cave in umbali Cave in Penablanca, Cagayan.Penablanca, Cagayan.
In terms of vertical range, the deepest cave is the Sumaging-Latipan-Lomyang Crystal Cave in Sagada Mountain Province. In terms of vertical range, the deepest cave is the Sumaging-Latipan-Lomyang Crystal Cave in Sagada Mountain Province.
Its deepest point is 163 meters from its mouth. Its deepest point is 163 meters from its mouth. Longest Underground River in the World Longest Underground River in the World
Palawan's St. Paul's underground river is said to be the world's longest underground river. The navigable part of the river Palawan's St. Paul's underground river is said to be the world's longest underground river. The navigable part of the river inside the cave of the 4000-acre St. Paul Subterranean River stretches 8.2 kilometers in length (5 miles). However, this title inside the cave of the 4000-acre St. Paul Subterranean River stretches 8.2 kilometers in length (5 miles). However, this title
is being disputed in Vietnam
is being disputed in Vietnam where an underground river known where an underground river known as Son Trach River reportedly extends 7 miles in length.as Son Trach River reportedly extends 7 miles in length. Filipino explorers, however
Filipino explorers, however, claimed that once full, claimed that once full y measured, St. Paul's total length y measured, St. Paul's total length would reach 15 kilometers.would reach 15 kilometers. Longest River
Longest River
Cagayan River or Rio Grande de Cagayan, with a total length of 353 kilometers, is the longest and widest river in the Cagayan River or Rio Grande de Cagayan, with a total length of 353 kilometers, is the longest and widest river in the Philippines. It bisects the Cagayan Valley from north to
Philippines. It bisects the Cagayan Valley from north to south. Also considered as the mightiest south. Also considered as the mightiest watercourse, Cagayan Riverwatercourse, Cagayan River sources its water from smaller rivers and streams in the mountain ranges of Sierra Madre, Caraballo, Cordillera, and Balete sources its water from smaller rivers and streams in the mountain ranges of Sierra Madre, Caraballo, Cordillera, and Balete
Pass. Pass.
The other notable rivers in Luzon are Chico, Abra, Pampanga, and Bicol. In the south, the principal rivers are Mindanao The other notable rivers in Luzon are Chico, Abra, Pampanga, and Bicol. In the south, the principal rivers are Mindanao
(known in its upper course as the Pulangi) and Agusan. (known in its upper course as the Pulangi) and Agusan.
Meanwhile, the underground river of St. Paul's Natural Park in Palawan is considered as one of the world's longest Meanwhile, the underground river of St. Paul's Natural Park in Palawan is considered as one of the world's longest subterranean rivers. The world's longest rivers are the Nile River in Egypt and Amazon River in South America. Also worth subterranean rivers. The world's longest rivers are the Nile River in Egypt and Amazon River in South America. Also worth
mentioning are the Yangtze River in China
mentioning are the Yangtze River in China , Mekong River in Vietnam, , Mekong River in Vietnam, and Euphrates River in Iraq.and Euphrates River in Iraq. Longest Mountain Range
Longest Mountain Range
The longest mountain range in the country is Sierra Madre, which stretches from Cagayan province in northeastern Luzon to The longest mountain range in the country is Sierra Madre, which stretches from Cagayan province in northeastern Luzon to
Aurora province in southern
Aurora province in southern TTagalog.agalog. Longest Underground Railway Longest Underground Railway
The country's first subway remains to be built, but this early, passengers of MRT3 (Metro Rail Transit) had the chance to The country's first subway remains to be built, but this early, passengers of MRT3 (Metro Rail Transit) had the chance to know what it is like to
know what it is like to travel underground. The MRT line, which travel underground. The MRT line, which spans from North Avenue in Quezon City spans from North Avenue in Quezon City to Tto Taft Avenue inaft Avenue in Pasay City, passes through an underground tunnel, measuring hundreds of meters, along EDSA corner Buendia Avenue in Pasay City, passes through an underground tunnel, measuring hundreds of meters, along EDSA corner Buendia Avenue in
Makati Makati CityCity..
The MRT is a US$565 million project, involving 60 Czech-made
The MRT is a US$565 million project, involving 60 Czech-made trains. At present, it has 10 stations, trains. At present, it has 10 stations, which were built at which were built at keykey road intersections in Metro Mani
road intersections in Metro Mani la. The average distance between stations ila. The average distance between stations i s 1.300 kilometers 1.300 kilometer.. There were plans to build
There were plans to build a 100-kilometer railway system from Fort Bonifacio in Makati a 100-kilometer railway system from Fort Bonifacio in Makati City to Clark in Pampanga. Based onCity to Clark in Pampanga. Based on the plan, five to seven kilometers of th
the plan, five to seven kilometers of th is railway will be elevated while 10 kilometers is railway will be elevated while 10 kilometers will be laid underground, making will be laid underground, making it theit the first true subway in the country.
first true subway in the country.
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Biggest City in the World Biggest City in the World The residents of Davao City claim they
The residents of Davao City claim they live in the world's largest city. They are talking about the live in the world's largest city. They are talking about the land size of the city thatland size of the city that covers 2,212 square kilometers. Most of these areas, however, are distributed as forests, coconut groves and rice fields. In covers 2,212 square kilometers. Most of these areas, however, are distributed as forests, coconut groves and rice fields. In comparison, New York, the largest city in the United States, has an area of only 787 square kilometers while the whole of comparison, New York, the largest city in the United States, has an area of only 787 square kilometers while the whole of
Metro Manila covers only 636 square kilometers. Metro Manila covers only 636 square kilometers. Davao City lies at the mouth
Davao City lies at the mouth of the Davao River near the hof the Davao River near the h ead of Davao Gulf. It encompasses about 50 small ports in itsead of Davao Gulf. It encompasses about 50 small ports in its commercial sphere. Davao has large banana plantations, whose produce are exported to Japan and other countries. The city commercial sphere. Davao has large banana plantations, whose produce are exported to Japan and other countries. The city
also boasts of a modern international
also boasts of a modern international airport. Puerto Princesa City, a chartered city of Palawan province, is disputing airport. Puerto Princesa City, a chartered city of Palawan province, is disputing DavaoDavao City's title. It claims to have
City's title. It claims to have a total land area of a total land area of 2,539 square kilometers encompassing 66 barangays.2,539 square kilometers encompassing 66 barangays. In terms of popula
In terms of popula tion and land tion and land area, the worldarea, the world 's truly largest 's truly largest cities are Tokyo, Mexico Citycities are Tokyo, Mexico City, Sao Paolo, New , Sao Paolo, New York CityYork City,, Bombay, Shanghai and Los Angeles.
Bombay, Shanghai and Los Angeles. Biggest Coliseum in the World Biggest Coliseum in the World At the time it was
At the time it was completed in 1959, the Araneta Coliseum in completed in 1959, the Araneta Coliseum in Cubao, Quezon City was touted as tCubao, Quezon City was touted as t he world's largesthe world's largest covered entertainment center. Otherwise known as the Big Dome, it
covered entertainment center. Otherwise known as the Big Dome, it has a floor area of 2,300 square has a floor area of 2,300 square meters and a seatingmeters and a seating capacity of 33,000 people.
capacity of 33,000 people. Biggest Shoes in the World Biggest Shoes in the World Marikina City owns the distinct
Marikina City owns the distinct ion of having crafted the world's largest pair ion of having crafted the world's largest pair of shoes, each measuring 5.5 meters long, of shoes, each measuring 5.5 meters long, 2.252.25 meters wide and 1.83 meters high. The heel alone measures 41 centimeters or 16 inches. The P2-million shoes can meters wide and 1.83 meters high. The heel alone measures 41 centimeters or 16 inches. The P2-million shoes can
reportedly fit to a 37.5-meter or 125-foot giant. Around 30 people
reportedly fit to a 37.5-meter or 125-foot giant. Around 30 people could put their feet into could put their feet into the colossal shoesthe colossal shoes simultaneously.
simultaneously.
The world's largest shoes were made from materials that could produce about 250 pairs of regular-sized shoes. It reportedly The world's largest shoes were made from materials that could produce about 250 pairs of regular-sized shoes. It reportedly
took 10 shoemakers, led by Ernesto Leano, 77 days to cut 30 square
took 10 shoemakers, led by Ernesto Leano, 77 days to cut 30 square meters of leather for the upper meters of leather for the upper lining and 7.4 squarelining and 7.4 square meters for the socklining. Also used were 250 kilograms of vegetable tanned leather for the insole, 270 kilograms for the meters for the socklining. Also used were 250 kilograms of vegetable tanned leather for the insole, 270 kilograms for the
outsole, 80 kilograms for the welt,
outsole, 80 kilograms for the welt, 225 kilograms of adhesive and 1,000 meters of thread for 200,000 stitches.225 kilograms of adhesive and 1,000 meters of thread for 200,000 stitches. The Marikina-made shoes broke the
The Marikina-made shoes broke the old record of 3.12-meter shoes made by Zahit Oold record of 3.12-meter shoes made by Zahit O kurlar of Konya, Tkurlar of Konya, Turkey. Aurkey. A representative of the Guinness Book
representative of the Guinness Book of World Records attended the First Sapatero Festival on October 21, 2002 where theof World Records attended the First Sapatero Festival on October 21, 2002 where the giant shoes were displayed.
giant shoes were displayed.
In December 2002, the Guinness Book of World Records has recognized Marikina City for crafti
In December 2002, the Guinness Book of World Records has recognized Marikina City for crafti ng the world's largest pair of ng the world's largest pair of shoes.
shoes.
Largest Shoe Collection Largest Shoe Collection Former First Lady Imelda Marcos was listed in
Former First Lady Imelda Marcos was listed in the Guinness Book of World Records as the woman with the Guinness Book of World Records as the woman with the largest collectionthe largest collection of shoes. Reports said that when the
of shoes. Reports said that when the Marcos family fled to Hawaii during tMarcos family fled to Hawaii during t he People's Power Revolution in 1986, aroundhe People's Power Revolution in 1986, around 3,400 pairs of shoes were discovered in one room at Ma
3,400 pairs of shoes were discovered in one room at Ma lacanang Palace. They were the Firlacanang Palace. They were the Fir st Lady's collection.st Lady's collection. Biggest Golf Tournament in the World
Biggest Golf Tournament in the World According to the Guinness Book of World Records, the biggest amateur golf
According to the Guinness Book of World Records, the biggest amateur golf tournament takes place in tournament takes place in Baguio City,Baguio City, Philippines every year. Dubbed as the Fil-Am Golf Championship since 1949, the 72-hole golf tournament attracts close to Philippines every year. Dubbed as the Fil-Am Golf Championship since 1949, the 72-hole golf tournament attracts close to 1,000 amateur golfers from all over the
1,000 amateur golfers from all over the archipelago. The sites of the prestigious archipelago. The sites of the prestigious event are the challenging par-69, 5,001-event are the challenging par-69, 5,001-yard Camp John Hay golf course and the
yard Camp John Hay golf course and the par-61, 4,038-yard Baguio Country Club. Among the top contending teampar-61, 4,038-yard Baguio Country Club. Among the top contending team s in thes in the event are the Canlubang, Southwoods, Calatagan, and Wack Wack.
event are the Canlubang, Southwoods, Calatagan, and Wack Wack. Biggest Christmans Lantern in the World
Biggest Christmans Lantern in the World On December 24, 2002, the city of San
On December 24, 2002, the city of San Fernando in Pampanga province switched on the worldFernando in Pampanga province switched on the world 's largest Christmas lantern -'s largest Christmas lantern -a P5-million structure with 26.8 meters in
a P5-million structure with 26.8 meters in diameterdiameter.. Biggest Aerobics Exercises in the World Biggest Aerobics Exercises in the World
On February 16, 2003, some 107,000 Filipinos joined a 30-minute aerobics exercise supervised by the D
On February 16, 2003, some 107,000 Filipinos joined a 30-minute aerobics exercise supervised by the D epartment of Healthepartment of Health (DOH) at Rizal Park in Manila, which could be the largest synchronized exercise in the world. Thousands of people also (DOH) at Rizal Park in Manila, which could be the largest synchronized exercise in the world. Thousands of people also gathered at different venues in Cebu City and Davao City to participate in the exercise simultaneous with the Manila event. gathered at different venues in Cebu City and Davao City to participate in the exercise simultaneous with the Manila event.
The new record broke the prev
The new record broke the prev ious Guinness Book of World Records set at a park in Guadalajious Guinness Book of World Records set at a park in Guadalaj ara, Mexico by some 38,633ara, Mexico by some 38,633 people who joined the massive aerobi
people who joined the massive aerobi cs exercises in June 1998.cs exercises in June 1998. Biggest Catholic University in the World
Biggest Catholic University in the World The University of Santo Tomas (UST), an academic institution
The University of Santo Tomas (UST), an academic institution founded by the Dominicans in founded by the Dominicans in Sampaloc, Manila is consideredSampaloc, Manila is considered as the world's largest Catholic university located in one campus in terms of student population.
as the world's largest Catholic university located in one campus in terms of student population. Biggest Money in the World
Biggest Money in the World In 1998, during the Philippine Centennia
In 1998, during the Philippine Centennia l celebration of independence, the Central l celebration of independence, the Central Bank asked the Guinness Book of WorldBank asked the Guinness Book of World Records to accredit its P100,000 commemorative bills, measuring 8 1/2 inches wide and
Records to accredit its P100,000 commemorative bills, measuring 8 1/2 inches wide and 14 inches long, as the world's14 inches long, as the world's largest legal tender. The commemorative bills were called Brobdingnagian bills.
largest legal tender. The commemorative bills were called Brobdingnagian bills. Biggest Bamboo Organ in the World
Biggest Bamboo Organ in the World
The bamboo organ at St. Joseph Church in Las Pinas City is arguably the world's largest bamboo organ. The centuries-old The bamboo organ at St. Joseph Church in Las Pinas City is arguably the world's largest bamboo organ. The centuries-old musical instrument was constructed between 1792 and 1819. It has 174 bamboo pipes, 122 horizontal reeds of soft metal, musical instrument was constructed between 1792 and 1819. It has 174 bamboo pipes, 122 horizontal reeds of soft metal,
a five-octave keyboard, and 22 stops arranged in vertical rows. a five-octave keyboard, and 22 stops arranged in vertical rows.
Biggest Volume of Text Messages Biggest Volume of Text Messages
Smart Communications, one of the two giant mobile phone networks in the country, claimed that the volume of text Smart Communications, one of the two giant mobile phone networks in the country, claimed that the volume of text messages passing through its network reach
networks. Such volume of text messages is said to be larger than those sent in the entire European continent during the networks. Such volume of text messages is said to be larger than those sent in the entire European continent during the
same year. same year.
Biggest High School in the World Biggest High School in the World
The Rizal High School in Caniogan, Pasig City (eastern Metro Manila) is said to be the world's largest high school in terms of The Rizal High School in Caniogan, Pasig City (eastern Metro Manila) is said to be the world's largest high school in terms of
student population. The school has m
student population. The school has m ore than 20,000 students.ore than 20,000 students. Biggest Flower in the World
Biggest Flower in the World In February 2002, an environmental organiza
In February 2002, an environmental organiza tion discovered what could be one of the worltion discovered what could be one of the worl d's largest flowers in the 5,511-d's largest flowers in the 5,511-hectare Sibalom National
hectare Sibalom National Park in Antique province. Measuring about 22 inches Park in Antique province. Measuring about 22 inches in diameterin diameter, the endangered flower, locally, the endangered flower, locally named as "Uruy", (Rafflesia sp.) has no stem and leaves. (Source: Philippine Daily Inquirer)
named as "Uruy", (Rafflesia sp.) has no stem and leaves. (Source: Philippine Daily Inquirer) Biggest Salad in the World
Biggest Salad in the World The residents of Baguio City
The residents of Baguio City took pride in having tossed what was took pride in having tossed what was believed to be the world's largest salad - believed to be the world's largest salad - a three-ton mixa three-ton mix of assorted vegetables.
of assorted vegetables.
On September 29, 2002 during the Tossed Salad Festival in commemoration of the city's 93rd charter anniversary, 67 On September 29, 2002 during the Tossed Salad Festival in commemoration of the city's 93rd charter anniversary, 67 students and members of the
students and members of the Baguio Association of Hotels and Inns Baguio Association of Hotels and Inns (Bahai) mixed 2,976 kilograms of lettuce, carrots,(Bahai) mixed 2,976 kilograms of lettuce, carrots, cucumbers, tomatoes, bell peppers and other
cucumbers, tomatoes, bell peppers and other vegetables in a tin and vegetables in a tin and wrought iron bowl measuring wrought iron bowl measuring 20 feet long, 10 feet20 feet long, 10 feet wide and 2 feet deep.
wide and 2 feet deep. Some 13,657 people were able to partake of the
Some 13,657 people were able to partake of the P1.5 million mixtures. They paP1.5 million mixtures. They pa id P20 for each serving of the tossed saladid P20 for each serving of the tossed salad with Thousand Island dressing and another take-out bowl of salad with a gourmet vinaigrette dressing consisting of apple with Thousand Island dressing and another take-out bowl of salad with a gourmet vinaigrette dressing consisting of apple
cider vinegar and olive oil. cider vinegar and olive oil. The city broke its own record set a
The city broke its own record set a year earlieryear earlier. On September 16, 2001, a 917-kilogram of salad was ab. On September 16, 2001, a 917-kilogram of salad was ab le to feed 4,861le to feed 4,861 residents and tourists of Baguio
residents and tourists of Baguio CityCity. On September 14, 2002, a religious . On September 14, 2002, a religious group prepared a giant Caesar's salad group prepared a giant Caesar's salad that fedthat fed only 1,000 people in Salt Lake City, Utah.
only 1,000 people in Salt Lake City, Utah. Biggest Candy in the World Biggest Candy in the World On March 15, 2002, 25 people in Davao City spent six hours
On March 15, 2002, 25 people in Davao City spent six hours to cook, mold and roll the to cook, mold and roll the world's largest durian candy bar - world's largest durian candy bar - aa 6-meter
6-meter, 200-kilogram delicacy made of durian, a sme, 200-kilogram delicacy made of durian, a sme lly but sweet fruit commonly ally but sweet fruit commonly a ssociated with the name of thssociated with the name of th e city.e city. (Source: Philippine Daily Inquirer)
(Source: Philippine Daily Inquirer) Biggest Pearl in the World Biggest Pearl in the World A Filipino diver discovered what is now
A Filipino diver discovered what is now described as the world's largest pearl in described as the world's largest pearl in a giant Tridacna (mollusk) under thea giant Tridacna (mollusk) under the Palawan Sea in 1934. Known as the
Palawan Sea in 1934. Known as the "Pearl of Lao-T"Pearl of Lao-Tzu", the gem wezu", the gem we ighs 14 pounds and measures 9 1/2 inches long and 5ighs 14 pounds and measures 9 1/2 inches long and 5 1/2 inches in diameter. As of May 1984
1/2 inches in diameter. As of May 1984, it was valued at US$42 mil, it was valued at US$42 mil lion. It is believed to be 600 years old.lion. It is believed to be 600 years old. Biggest Province in the Philippines
Biggest Province in the Philippines Palawan is considered as the largest province in
Palawan is considered as the largest province in the country. It has a total land area the country. It has a total land area of 14,896.3 square kilometersof 14,896.3 square kilometers distributed in 1,769 islands and is composed of one city, 23 municipalities and 431 barangays. The next
distributed in 1,769 islands and is composed of one city, 23 municipalities and 431 barangays. The next largest provinces inlargest provinces in the country are Isabela, w
the country are Isabela, w ith a land area of 10,664 square ith a land area of 10,664 square kilometers; and Cagayan, 9,002 square kilometers.kilometers; and Cagayan, 9,002 square kilometers. Biggest Mass Wedding
Biggest Mass Wedding
On February 14, 2003, Mayor Reynaldo Malonzo officiated what could be the largest gathering of couples who exchanged On February 14, 2003, Mayor Reynaldo Malonzo officiated what could be the largest gathering of couples who exchanged
their vows at 10th Avenue in Ca
their vows at 10th Avenue in Ca loocan City. There were 900 couples who attended the wedding ceremony.loocan City. There were 900 couples who attended the wedding ceremony. Biggest Chair in the Philippines
Biggest Chair in the Philippines
In April 2003, furniture makers in Ilagan, Isabela province completed what could be the largest armchair in the country. In April 2003, furniture makers in Ilagan, Isabela province completed what could be the largest armchair in the country. Measuring 5.5 meters in length and 3 meters in height, the armchair called "Botaka ni Goliath" was made of narra and Measuring 5.5 meters in length and 3 meters in height, the armchair called "Botaka ni Goliath" was made of narra and rattan. Around 1,600 board feet of uncut
rattan. Around 1,600 board feet of uncut wood were used. During assembly, 15 people had to carry the chairwood were used. During assembly, 15 people had to carry the chair 's feet and's feet and arms.
arms.
Biggest Shabu Haul Biggest Shabu Haul
On December 9, 2002, Valenzuela City police discovered P2.2 billion worth of metha
On December 9, 2002, Valenzuela City police discovered P2.2 billion worth of metha mphetamine hydrochloride or shabu at mphetamine hydrochloride or shabu at aa warehouse that was razed by fire.
warehouse that was razed by fire. The 656 kilograms of shabu, 195 kilograms of liquefied shabu and The 656 kilograms of shabu, 195 kilograms of liquefied shabu and 200 kilograms of 200 kilograms of unfiltered shabu in the wareh
unfiltered shabu in the wareh ouse on Malinis Street in ouse on Malinis Street in Lawang Bato, is said to be the Lawang Bato, is said to be the largest narcotics haul ever.largest narcotics haul ever. Biggest Income
Biggest Income
In December 2002, the National Labor Relations Commission (NLRC) has ordered American recruitment agency Brown and In December 2002, the National Labor Relations Commission (NLRC) has ordered American recruitment agency Brown and
Root and its local partner Asia Inter
Root and its local partner Asia Inter national Builder Corp. to pay national Builder Corp. to pay 1,975 overseas Filipino workers (OFWs) over US$6091,975 overseas Filipino workers (OFWs) over US$609 million in back wages, damages an
million in back wages, damages an d retirement pay.d retirement pay. Biggest Mall in Asia
Biggest Mall in Asia
The Philippines is home to one of the largest shopping malls in Asia. The SM Megamall located at the Ortigas commercial The Philippines is home to one of the largest shopping malls in Asia. The SM Megamall located at the Ortigas commercial business district (CBD) boasts of world-class facilities that have a combined floor area of 331,657 square meters and built business district (CBD) boasts of world-class facilities that have a combined floor area of 331,657 square meters and built on a 10.5-hectare site. The shopping complex is comprised of two buildings connected by air-conditioned bridges and a on a 10.5-hectare site. The shopping complex is comprised of two buildings connected by air-conditioned bridges and a
tunnel. tunnel.
The mall had a total of 550 retail, service shops and dining outlets while its 12 film theatres had a combined seating The mall had a total of 550 retail, service shops and dining outlets while its 12 film theatres had a combined seating
capacity of 11,074. The mall's indoor and outdoor parkin
capacity of 11,074. The mall's indoor and outdoor parkin g facilities can accommodate up to g facilities can accommodate up to 3,000 cars.3,000 cars. The SM Megamall, however, may no longer be the country's largest. Sy
The SM Megamall, however, may no longer be the country's largest. Sy dreams of constructing the "world's largest dreams of constructing the "world's largest indoorindoor shopping mall" soon. Dubbed as "Mall of Asia", the project will be built on his five-hectare Manila Bay reclamation property. shopping mall" soon. Dubbed as "Mall of Asia", the project will be built on his five-hectare Manila Bay reclamation property.
Biggest Convention Center Biggest Convention Center
One of Asia's largest convention facilities is the Philippine International Convention Center (PICC), which has 4,000 seats. One of Asia's largest convention facilities is the Philippine International Convention Center (PICC), which has 4,000 seats. PICC is located at the Cultural Center of the Philippines (CCP) complex, which sits on a 21-hectare reclaimed area at the PICC is located at the Cultural Center of the Philippines (CCP) complex, which sits on a 21-hectare reclaimed area at the
Manila Bay. Manila Bay.
Biggest Amphitheater in the Philippines Biggest Amphitheater in the Philippines
The Freedom Ring Giant Amphitheater in the controversial Expo Filipino in Pampanga province is considered as the largest The Freedom Ring Giant Amphitheater in the controversial Expo Filipino in Pampanga province is considered as the largest
amphitheatre in the
amphitheatre in the country. It can hold as many as 35,000 people at a single event. Expo Fcountry. It can hold as many as 35,000 people at a single event. Expo F ilipino, howeverilipino, however, has yet to, has yet to become fully operational.
become fully operational. Biggest Hospital in the Philippines Biggest Hospital in the Philippines
The Philippine General Hospital in Manila is considered as the country's largest medical institution. The hospital has over The Philippine General Hospital in Manila is considered as the country's largest medical institution. The hospital has over
1,000 in-patient beds and receives 3,000 outpatient visits per day. It was established on September 1, 1910. 1,000 in-patient beds and receives 3,000 outpatient visits per day. It was established on September 1, 1910.
Biggest Church in the Philippines Biggest Church in the Philippines The Gothic-designed basilica of Saint Martin
The Gothic-designed basilica of Saint Martin of Tof Tours in the heritage town ours in the heritage town of Tof Taal in Batangas provaal in Batangas prov ince is said to be theince is said to be the largest Catholic Church in the country.
largest Catholic Church in the country. Biggest Dam in the Philippines Biggest Dam in the Philippines
If completed, the San Roque Dam in Pangasinan province would become the country's tallest and largest dam. Built on the If completed, the San Roque Dam in Pangasinan province would become the country's tallest and largest dam. Built on the lower Agno River
lower Agno River, the US$1.2 billion dam would , the US$1.2 billion dam would measure 200 meters in height and measure 200 meters in height and is expected to generate 345 megawattsis expected to generate 345 megawatts of electricity. Its construction began in 1998 while completion is expected by 2004.
of electricity. Its construction began in 1998 while completion is expected by 2004. Biggest Gas Field in the Philippines
Biggest Gas Field in the Philippines The Malampaya gas field located northeast
The Malampaya gas field located northeast off Palawan contains what could be the off Palawan contains what could be the Philippines' largest deposit of natural gas.Philippines' largest deposit of natural gas. The gas field was discovered in 1989, and since then th
The gas field was discovered in 1989, and since then th e giant oil company, Shell Philippines has engaged in a e giant oil company, Shell Philippines has engaged in a multi-billionmulti-billion project in the area.
project in the area. Some US$4.5 billion were allocated to complete
Some US$4.5 billion were allocated to complete the project that is said the project that is said to be the single biggest foreign investment in to be the single biggest foreign investment in thethe Philippines. The Malampaya gas field reportedly contains not less than 2.5 trillion cubic feet and 85 million barrels of Philippines. The Malampaya gas field reportedly contains not less than 2.5 trillion cubic feet and 85 million barrels of condensate, a by-product of natural gas that
condensate, a by-product of natural gas that is used as fuel to run gas-fis used as fuel to run gas-f ired turbines. These reserves are enough ired turbines. These reserves are enough to serveto serve the fuel requirement
the fuel requirement of a 3,000-megawatt (MW) combined-cycle power plant for 20 years. The project of a 3,000-megawatt (MW) combined-cycle power plant for 20 years. The project took off in May 1998.took off in May 1998. It involved the construction of a 504-kilometer pipeline from the area to Tabangao, Batangas.
It involved the construction of a 504-kilometer pipeline from the area to Tabangao, Batangas. Biggest Tree in the Philippines
Biggest Tree in the Philippines
The oldest and tallest tree in the Philippines is found at the entrance gate of Magallanes town, east of Butuan City in Agusan The oldest and tallest tree in the Philippines is found at the entrance gate of Magallanes town, east of Butuan City in Agusan del Norte province. This "Bita-og" tree (Calophyllum inophyllum), which was declared as the country's official tree in 1998 del Norte province. This "Bita-og" tree (Calophyllum inophyllum), which was declared as the country's official tree in 1998 by the Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR), is said to be five centuries old. The tree, which was first by the Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR), is said to be five centuries old. The tree, which was first
recognized on December 7,
recognized on December 7, 1980, measures 305.585 centimeters 1980, measures 305.585 centimeters in bole diameter.in bole diameter. Biggest Coconut Palace
Biggest Coconut Palace
What can be considered as the country's largest coconut building is the so-called Coconut Palace, an architectural wonder What can be considered as the country's largest coconut building is the so-called Coconut Palace, an architectural wonder made from the coconut tree mixed with other indigenous material. About 70 percent of the structure is made from different made from the coconut tree mixed with other indigenous material. About 70 percent of the structure is made from different
parts of the coconut tree. It
parts of the coconut tree. It consists of seven rooms. It is located at tconsists of seven rooms. It is located at t he CCP Complex.he CCP Complex. Biggest Strawberry Cakes
Biggest Strawberry Cakes
The people of La Trinidad town in Benguet province baked the country's largest sponge cake - a 1.2-metric ton, seven-foot The people of La Trinidad town in Benguet province baked the country's largest sponge cake - a 1.2-metric ton, seven-foot
structure that fed 10,000 people during the
structure that fed 10,000 people during the annual Strawberry Festival on March 18, 2002. It took four annual Strawberry Festival on March 18, 2002. It took four bakers nearly 16bakers nearly 16 hours to complete the cake.
hours to complete the cake.
On March 22, 2003, the people of La Trinidad surpassed the record by baking two giant strawberry cakes, one of which cost On March 22, 2003, the people of La Trinidad surpassed the record by baking two giant strawberry cakes, one of which cost
P110,000 to produce and measured 8 1/2 in diameter, six feet long and six feet high. Eric Espadero and th
P110,000 to produce and measured 8 1/2 in diameter, six feet long and six feet high. Eric Espadero and th ree other chefsree other chefs used 800 kilograms of fresh strawberries, 6,600 eggs and 920 kilograms of flour for the two cakes.
used 800 kilograms of fresh strawberries, 6,600 eggs and 920 kilograms of flour for the two cakes. In November 2001, the Benguet province baked its own giant carrot cake.
In November 2001, the Benguet province baked its own giant carrot cake. Biggest Calamay
Biggest Calamay In March 2003, around 3,000 people of Candon City in Ilocos Sur
In March 2003, around 3,000 people of Candon City in Ilocos Sur province tasted what could be the province tasted what could be the largest calamay or ricelargest calamay or rice cake that has ever been baked in the country. The giant calamay measured five meters in diameter and two inches thick. cake that has ever been baked in the country. The giant calamay measured five meters in diameter and two inches thick. About 40 women prepared the calama
About 40 women prepared the calama y made from 184 kilograms of malagkit or ground glutiny made from 184 kilograms of malagkit or ground glutin ous rice, grated meat of 800ous rice, grated meat of 800 coconuts, 480 kilograms of brown sugar
coconuts, 480 kilograms of brown sugar, and 160 more coconuts that were , and 160 more coconuts that were grated to produce gata or coconut migrated to produce gata or coconut mi lk.lk. Biggest Binallay
Biggest Binallay On May 29, 2003, around 1,000 residents of Ilagan, Isabela
On May 29, 2003, around 1,000 residents of Ilagan, Isabela partook the country's biggest binallay or natpartook the country's biggest binallay or nat ive rice cake duringive rice cake during the town's 317th founding anniversary. The cake measured 3.7 meters tall and 0.6 meter in diameter.
the town's 317th founding anniversary. The cake measured 3.7 meters tall and 0.6 meter in diameter. Biggest Bounty
Biggest Bounty In May 2002, the United States embassy
In May 2002, the United States embassy in Manila raised US$5 million as a in Manila raised US$5 million as a bounty against five leaders of the Muslimbounty against five leaders of the Muslim extremist Abu Sayyaf group that ha
extremist Abu Sayyaf group that ha s held an American couple s held an American couple as hostages from May 2001 to June 2002. Abu Sayyaf as hostages from May 2001 to June 2002. Abu Sayyaf snatched the American coupl
snatched the American coupl e along with 18 others from a beach e along with 18 others from a beach resort in Palawan province on May 27, 2001. On June resort in Palawan province on May 27, 2001. On June 7,7, 2002, a military rescue operation led to the
2002, a military rescue operation led to the death of one of the Amerdeath of one of the Amer ican hostages. Two weeks laterican hostages. Two weeks later, the military a, the military a nnouncednnounced the death of the leader
the death of the leader of the Abu Sayyaf faction responsible for the aof the Abu Sayyaf faction responsible for the a bduction of the American couple.bduction of the American couple. Biggest Mural in the Philippines
Biggest Mural in the Philippines In 1953, when the Philippines hosted the
In 1953, when the Philippines hosted the International FairInternational Fair, Carlos "Botong" Francisco was contracted for P39,000 to paint a, Carlos "Botong" Francisco was contracted for P39,000 to paint a mural measuring 88 meters long and
mural measuring 88 meters long and eight meters wide. The giant eight meters wide. The giant mural, which depicted 500 years of Philippine progress,mural, which depicted 500 years of Philippine progress, later appeared in colored center spread of Newsweek magazine.
later appeared in colored center spread of Newsweek magazine. Biggest Painting in the Philippines
Biggest Painting in the Philippines
Juan Luna's Spolarium is considered as the largest painting in the country. It measures 4.6 meters wide and 7.72 meters Juan Luna's Spolarium is considered as the largest painting in the country. It measures 4.6 meters wide and 7.72 meters
long and is now on display at the National Museum in Manila. long and is now on display at the National Museum in Manila.
Biggest Companies in the Philippines Biggest Companies in the Philippines
In terms of gross revenues, the National Power Corp. (Napocor) topped all companies in the country with P116.6 billion in In terms of gross revenues, the National Power Corp. (Napocor) topped all companies in the country with P116.6 billion in
the year 2000. The next nine largest corporations were Meralco, with total gross revenues of P108 billion; Texas the year 2000. The next nine largest corporations were Meralco, with total gross revenues of P108 billion; Texas Instruments, P95 billion; San
Instruments, P95 billion; San Miguel Corp., P90 billion; Petron Corp., P87 billion; Shell, Miguel Corp., P90 billion; Petron Corp., P87 billion; Shell, P84 billion; PLDTP84 billion; PLDT, P63 billion; Caltex,, P63 billion; Caltex, P56 billion; Fujitsu, P49 billion; and Metrobank, P44 billion.
P56 billion; Fujitsu, P49 billion; and Metrobank, P44 billion. In terms of net income, SoutheIn terms of net income, Southe rn Energy topped the list wirn Energy topped the list wi thth P8.5 billion in 2000. It was followed by Pagcor, with P8 billion; San Miguel, P6.8 billion; Southern Energy Quezon, P6.2 P8.5 billion in 2000. It was followed by Pagcor, with P8 billion; San Miguel, P6.8 billion; Southern Energy Quezon, P6.2
billion; and SM, P4.2 billion. billion; and SM, P4.2 billion. Biggest Park in the Philippines Biggest Park in the Philippines
The Sierra Madre national park in northern Luzon is the country's largest natural park. The 359,000-hectare park is the The Sierra Madre national park in northern Luzon is the country's largest natural park. The 359,000-hectare park is the home of endangered species such as pawikan (Chelonia mytas), bayakan or giant bat, Philippine eagle (Pithecophaga home of endangered species such as pawikan (Chelonia mytas), bayakan or giant bat, Philippine eagle (Pithecophaga jefferyi), wild boar (Sus philippinesis), Philippine brown dear (Cervus marianus), cloud rat (Ratus mindorensis), jefferyi), wild boar (Sus philippinesis), Philippine brown dear (Cervus marianus), cloud rat (Ratus mindorensis),
flame-breasted fruit dove, kalaw (Philippine hornbill), bukarot (Philippine crocodile), and native owl. breasted fruit dove, kalaw (Philippine hornbill), bukarot (Philippine crocodile), and native owl.
Biggest Lake in the Philippines Biggest Lake in the Philippines Laguna de Bay, an inland body of water covering 900 square kilometers, is
Laguna de Bay, an inland body of water covering 900 square kilometers, is the country's largest lake. Located between tthe country's largest lake. Located between t hehe provinces of Rizal and Laguna, the
provinces of Rizal and Laguna, the lake receives its water from 21 river systems. In tlake receives its water from 21 river systems. In t he middle of the lake lies the he middle of the lake lies the island of island of Talim, a heavily populated settlement of mostly fishermen.
Talim, a heavily populated settlement of mostly fishermen. The second largest lake in the
The second largest lake in the country is Lake Sultan-Alonto in Mindancountry is Lake Sultan-Alonto in Mindan ao. Commonly known as Lake Lanao, tao. Commonly known as Lake Lanao, t he lake covershe lake covers an area of 355 square kilometers. Meanwhile, the world's largest inland body of water is the Caspian Sea, which is actually a an area of 355 square kilometers. Meanwhile, the world's largest inland body of water is the Caspian Sea, which is actually a lake in the boundary of Eur
Victoria (Africa), the Aral Sea (Russia) and Lake Huron (North America) are also among the world's largest lakes. Victoria (Africa), the Aral Sea (Russia) and Lake Huron (North America) are also among the world's largest lakes.
Biggest Eagle in the World Biggest Eagle in the World
Also known as the monkey-eating eagle, the endangered Philippine eagle is one of the largest in the world. With scientific Also known as the monkey-eating eagle, the endangered Philippine eagle is one of the largest in the world. With scientific
name Pithecophaga jefferyi, the
name Pithecophaga jefferyi, the Philippine eagle lives in the rainforests of IsabelaPhilippine eagle lives in the rainforests of Isabela , Samar, Samar, Leyte and Mindanao. , Leyte and Mindanao. It hasIt has similarities with Papua New Guin
similarities with Papua New Guin ea's Harpy Eagle (Harpyopsis novaeguinea).ea's Harpy Eagle (Harpyopsis novaeguinea).
Measuring about one meter in height, the average Philippine eagle has a 76-centimeter highly arched, powerful bill. It lives Measuring about one meter in height, the average Philippine eagle has a 76-centimeter highly arched, powerful bill. It lives
on large snakes, hornbills, civet cats,
on large snakes, hornbills, civet cats, flying lemurs and monkeys - the reason flying lemurs and monkeys - the reason why it is also called monkey-eating eagle. why it is also called monkey-eating eagle. ItIt creates its nests in large t
creates its nests in large t rees some 30 meters from the ground.rees some 30 meters from the ground. Biggest Bats in the World
Biggest Bats in the World The Philippines has at least
The Philippines has at least 56 species of bats. It is home to the 56 species of bats. It is home to the largest among the 1,000 known bat largest among the 1,000 known bat species in the world.species in the world. The three-layered virgin forest of Subic Bay and Bataan is home to the world's largest bats: the giant flying fox (Acerodon The three-layered virgin forest of Subic Bay and Bataan is home to the world's largest bats: the giant flying fox (Acerodon jubatus) and the golden crown f
jubatus) and the golden crown f lying fox (Pteropus vampyrus). Over the years, these two specilying fox (Pteropus vampyrus). Over the years, these two speci es of giant fruit bats havees of giant fruit bats have roamed around the 10,000-hectare Subic Forest Nationa
roamed around the 10,000-hectare Subic Forest Nationa l Protected Area, which is considered the l Protected Area, which is considered the biggest roosting site of biggest roosting site of bats in the world.
bats in the world.
Biggest Endangered Animal in the Philippines Biggest Endangered Animal in the Philippines People used to call Mindoro as the "Land of th
People used to call Mindoro as the "Land of th e Te Tamaraws". About 10,000 heads of these unique amaraws". About 10,000 heads of these unique pygmy water buffalos werepygmy water buffalos were roaming around the island-province of Mindoro in
roaming around the island-province of Mindoro in the 1900s. But that was a century the 1900s. But that was a century ago. Tago. Todayoday, the Tamaraws in the, the Tamaraws in the province are in danger of extinction, and Mindoro might lose the symbol that it once proudly introduced to the world. province are in danger of extinction, and Mindoro might lose the symbol that it once proudly introduced to the world. The Tamaraw
The Tamaraw, scientifically known as , scientifically known as Bubalus mindorensis, is endemic to MinBubalus mindorensis, is endemic to Min doro. Belonging to the family of buffalos, thdoro. Belonging to the family of buffalos, th ee same categorical group of the Phi
same categorical group of the Phi lippine carabao, the Tamaraw is the largest endangered land animal in lippine carabao, the Tamaraw is the largest endangered land animal in the Philippinesthe Philippines today
today. In 1996, the International . In 1996, the International Union for the Conservation of Nature (IUCN) Union for the Conservation of Nature (IUCN) listed it as one of the listed it as one of the ten most endangeredten most endangered species in the world.
species in the world.
Biggest Fish in the World Biggest Fish in the World Donsol, a fishing town in
Donsol, a fishing town in Sorsogon province, serves as a sanctuary to Sorsogon province, serves as a sanctuary to a group of 40 whale sharks (Rhincodon typus), wha group of 40 whale sharks (Rhincodon typus), wh ichich are considered as the largest fish in the world.
are considered as the largest fish in the world. Locally known as "butanding", wha
Locally known as "butanding", wha le sharks visit the waters of Donsol le sharks visit the waters of Donsol from November to May. They travel across the oceansfrom November to May. They travel across the oceans but nowhere else have they been sighted in a larger group than in the waters of Sorsogon. They measure between 18 to 35 but nowhere else have they been sighted in a larger group than in the waters of Sorsogon. They measure between 18 to 35
feet in length and weigh a
feet in length and weigh a bout 20 tons. In 1996, a maribout 20 tons. In 1996, a mari ne biologist discovered that whale sharks are ovoviviparous, whne biologist discovered that whale sharks are ovoviviparous, wh ichich means that the females produce live offspring from eggs hatched in the uterus.
means that the females produce live offspring from eggs hatched in the uterus.
The Philippine government declared whale sharks as endangered species in 1998, thereby banning its plunder and The Philippine government declared whale sharks as endangered species in 1998, thereby banning its plunder and exploitation. Right now, the Department of Tourism is promoting eco-tourism to protect the whale sharks in Donsol. exploitation. Right now, the Department of Tourism is promoting eco-tourism to protect the whale sharks in Donsol.
Biggest Shells in the World Biggest Shells in the World T
Tridacna gigas, one of the ridacna gigas, one of the world's largest shells, can be found unworld's largest shells, can be found un der Philippine waters. Tridacna gigas grows as large as oneder Philippine waters. Tridacna gigas grows as large as one meter in length and weighs 600 pounds. Meanwhile, a shell called glory of the sea (Connus gloriamaris), considered as one meter in length and weighs 600 pounds. Meanwhile, a shell called glory of the sea (Connus gloriamaris), considered as one
of the most expensive shells in the world, is also found in the Philippines and . of the most expensive shells in the world, is also found in the Philippines and .
Biggest Reptile in the World Biggest Reptile in the World
The saltwater crocodile, which can be found in the Philippines and other Asian countries, is considered as the world's largest The saltwater crocodile, which can be found in the Philippines and other Asian countries, is considered as the world's largest
reptile. Scientifically known as Crocodylus porosus, it is different from Mindoro's freshwater crocodile (Crocodylus reptile. Scientifically known as Crocodylus porosus, it is different from Mindoro's freshwater crocodile (Crocodylus
mindorensis), which is a relatively smaller species. mindorensis), which is a relatively smaller species.
An adult saltwater crocodile measures between six to seven meters (20-23 feet) and weighs about two to three tons. There An adult saltwater crocodile measures between six to seven meters (20-23 feet) and weighs about two to three tons. There
were tales that a 27-foot saltwater
were tales that a 27-foot saltwater crocodile was killed near Lake Taal in Batangas in 1823. It reportedly crocodile was killed near Lake Taal in Batangas in 1823. It reportedly took 40 men totook 40 men to bring the body ashore. When the men cut the crocodile's body open, they found the body of a horse in seven pieces. The bring the body ashore. When the men cut the crocodile's body open, they found the body of a horse in seven pieces. The
largest crocodile ever sighted was a 33-footer in B
largest crocodile ever sighted was a 33-footer in B orneo in 1920. It was believed to be 200 years old.orneo in 1920. It was believed to be 200 years old. Biggest Filipino Boxing Champion
Biggest Filipino Boxing Champion Ceferino Garcia was the heaviest a
Ceferino Garcia was the heaviest a nd biggest Filipino ever who became a wornd biggest Filipino ever who became a wor ld-boxing champion. Known for his bolo punch,ld-boxing champion. Known for his bolo punch, he captured the world middleweight title on October 2, 1939 when he knocked out Fred Apostoli in New York. He defended he captured the world middleweight title on October 2, 1939 when he knocked out Fred Apostoli in New York. He defended
his crown against top rivals twice (Amer
his crown against top rivals twice (Amer icans Glen Lee and Henry icans Glen Lee and Henry Armstrong) before losing his title in May Armstrong) before losing his title in May 1940.1940. Before he switched to the middleweight division, Garcia became a welterweight champion when he knocked out boxing Before he switched to the middleweight division, Garcia became a welterweight champion when he knocked out boxing
legend and war hero Barney
legend and war hero Barney Ross in 1937 and Henry Armstrong in 1938.Ross in 1937 and Henry Armstrong in 1938. He was born in 1912 and grew up
He was born in 1912 and grew up in Tin Tondo, Manila. In 1977, Ceferino Garcia ondo, Manila. In 1977, Ceferino Garcia was inducted into the Ring Magaziwas inducted into the Ring Magazi ne Hall of ne Hall of Fame and into the World Boxing Hall of Fame in 1981.
Fame and into the World Boxing Hall of Fame in 1981. Biggest Lead in a Basketball Game
Biggest Lead in a Basketball Game
The Philippine team registered what could be the world's biggest lead in an amateur basketball game when it clobbered The Philippine team registered what could be the world's biggest lead in an amateur basketball game when it clobbered
Brunei Darussalam, 160-19, at the Ninoy Aquino Stadium on July 2, 2000. Brunei Darussalam, 160-19, at the Ninoy Aquino Stadium on July 2, 2000. The 141-point lead could be the biggest for any
The 141-point lead could be the biggest for any amateur basketball team since basketbaamateur basketball team since basketba ll was introduced in the Philippinesll was introduced in the Philippines by the Americans. During the game, the Philippine national team limited the Brunei squad to only 19 points. It later won the by the Americans. During the game, the Philippine national team limited the Brunei squad to only 19 points. It later won the
Southeast Asian Basketball Association (SEABA) Young Men's Tournament crown against Malaysia. Southeast Asian Basketball Association (SEABA) Young Men's Tournament crown against Malaysia.
Tallest in the Philippines Tallest in the Philippines
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Tallest Building in the Philippines Tallest Building in the Philippines
What can be considered the country's tallest building is located along Ayala Ave. corner Herrera Street in Makati City. In the What can be considered the country's tallest building is located along Ayala Ave. corner Herrera Street in Makati City. In the
group of skyscrapers at Makati's financial district, PBCom (Philippine Bank of Communications) Tower dominates with its group of skyscrapers at Makati's financial district, PBCom (Philippine Bank of Communications) Tower dominates with its 241-meter height. The building, wh
241-meter height. The building, wh ich rises 55 floors from the grounds of Ayala Avenue, was designed by Skidmore, ich rises 55 floors from the grounds of Ayala Avenue, was designed by Skidmore, OwensOwens and Merill (SOM) and developed by property gia
and Merill (SOM) and developed by property gia nt Filinvest.nt Filinvest.
The PBCom tower, which was completed by the end of 2000, surpassed the height of Petron MegaPlaza that soars 45 stories The PBCom tower, which was completed by the end of 2000, surpassed the height of Petron MegaPlaza that soars 45 stories
