NATIONAL FLAG OF THE REPUBLIC OF THE PHILIPPINES
(Pambansang Watawat ng Pilipinas)
The Philippines flag, also known as the Three Stars and a Sun flag, features a horizontal stripe of red, a horizontal stripe of blue and a white triangle at the hoist. The center of the white triangle is decorated with a sun with 8 rays extending from it. Each of the rays of the sun represents a Philippine province.
Watch our own, MARIESOL TURLA (ABM, Hillcrest) sing,
"Ako ay Pilipino"
Meaning - "I Am Filipino"
Ako ay Pilipino is a Filipino pop patriot song, written by George Canseco in 1981, under commission from first lady, Imelda Marcos. Many people say it is their favorite song.
Ako ay Pilipino English Translation:
I am a Filipino
Someone of honor and respect
Purity is in my heart
With only virtuous goals
To my Land, the Philippines
The untouched pearl of the Orient
Oh blessed with great wealth by merciful and mighty God.
Given me with wisdom,
Solely for the common good
To my brother natives
Will give them care and mercy.
Chorus:
I am a Filipino,
I am a Filipino
One nation and Spirit
Is what I am seeking for
To my flag and country.
I will risk my life and spirit
I am a Filipino,
A Filipino indeed
I am a Filipino,
I am a Filipino
Very proud of my long heritage.
The real Filipino is me!
ABOUT THE PHILIPPINES
FOOD FROM THE PHILIPPINES
What is a Filipino Boodle Fight?
A Boodle Fight is a meal that dispenses with cutlery and dishes. Diners instead practice kamayan, Filipino for "eating with the hands."
PLACES OF INTEREST
MAP OF THE PHILIPPINES
LEARN HOW TO SPEAK TAGALOG!
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