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MSN: ‘Festival of the Philippines’: Mak Tumang’s vision for Ahtisa Manalo’s Miss Universe national costume
The Philippines’ representative to the 74th Miss Universe, Ahtisa Manalo, showcased the vibrant spirit of the Filipino fiesta during the national costume competition on Wednesday, November 19. Called ...
‘Festival of the Philippines’: Mak Tumang’s vision for Ahtisa Manalo’s Miss Universe national costume
With a population of over 112 million, it is the world's fourteenth-most-populous country. The Philippines is bounded by the South China Sea to the west, the Philippine Sea to the east, and the Celebes Sea to the south.
Philippines, 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.
Travel within the Philippine archipelago is possible by boat, plane, bus, or car. Few U.S. citizens rent cars to drive, as the roads are more crowded and drivers are less disciplined than those in the United States.
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