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Philippines

The southeast Asian islands of the Philippines are a fusion of east and west. Over the years influences from China, Spain and the United States of America have moulded the nation into what it is today. An archipelago of over 7000 islands boast sandy beaches, rainforests and natural wonders. From the bustle of city life to remote islands and scenic beauty, this destination is ideal for eco-adventures and paradise getaways alike. Dive with whale sharks, the largest fish on earth, visit the smallest volcano, Taal Volcano with its stunning lake, scout out the world's tallest eagle and smallest primate or take a canoe trip on a subterranean river. The Philippines gives you an opportunity to see ancient rock art in Angono, century old mummies in Kabayan, Spanish colonial architecture dotted throughout the islands and the famous Banaue Rice Terraces, which is a World Heritage Site and is believed to have taken 2000 years to complete. Annual festivals are a delight and depending on what time of the year you visit you may be enchanted by the Coconut Festival, Fishing Festival, Fertility Dance Festival or the Hot Air Balloon Festival. The attractions are varied, so if you're into sipping cocktails on the beach or exploring the wonders of our world, succumb to the call of the sun and surf and join the friendly faces of these islanders.

Visitors StatsVisitors Stats: The following chart tells you how many visitors have been to Philippines in the last year and whether the number is up or down when compared to five years of statistics. The rank tells you how popular Philippines is over all with tourists out of all 237 countries.
 
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Visitors:		 69,846 53,601 47,447 387,879
Trend: Down Down Down Down
Rank: 17/237 25/237 56/237 26/237
(This chart is based on five years of statistics gathered by the World Tourism Organization.)
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