The Philippines there are about 103 million people living in the Philippines, on 7107 islands. Most of the people living in the Philippines are still quite young; the median age is 23 years. A high percentage (49%) of residents living in the Philippines has settled in the country’s urban centers like Manila or Cebu. This number is constantly growing as more and more people migrate to the cities each year.
The cultural diversity makes life in the Philippines quite attractive for many. The biggest ethnic groups are Tagalog (28.1%), followed by Cebuano (13.1%), Ilocano (9%), Bisaya (7.6%), Hiligayon Ilonggo (7.5%), Bikol (6%) and Waray (3.4%).
In terms of religion, the majority of the population is Roman Catholic. The Muslim minority living in the Philippines makes up 5% of the population. While Filipino is the official language in the Philippines, English is also commonly used, especially in academic or professional settings. With a good command of English, you should not come across any language barriers while living in the Philippines as an expat.
Source: http://www.internations.org/philippines-expats/guide/living-in-the-philippines-15358
Source: http://www.internations.org/philippines-expats/guide/living-in-the-philippines-15358
Living in the Philippines, you will experience a fascinating Southeast-Asian culture. Influenced by Spanish and US colonialism, the way of life in the Philippines is truly unique. For a first glimpse of life in the Philippines, read our guide on housing, healthcare, education, and safety for expats.
Shanty Towns Many people are living in squatters area by having no money or jobs. Some people are living under the bridge and in the side of the rail way where the train travels. So many people are having sick like dengue, fever, tuberculosis, and other that can be possible to have. Many of the 600 residents had lived in the shantytown in the centre of Metro Manila all of their lives but, without any formal legal title to their homes, were being evicted to make way for a new town hall. The effect of that society many people are having an illegal jobs like kidnapping, raping, snatching things to the people. But some people are praying to God that he will help them to their situation. To build a strength so they can reach up their goals in their lives. Some people are studying hard so they can push their lifestyle into new.
Religion in the Philippines is marked by a wide range of spiritual beliefs, including Catholics, Church of Gods International, Iglesia ni Cristo, Buddhist. It is central not as an abstract belief system, but rather as a host of experiences —rituals and adjurations that provide continuity in life, communal cohesion and moral purpose for existence. Religious associations are part of the system of vital kinship ties, patron-client bonds and other relationships outside the nuclear family.
Christianity and Islam have been superimposed on ancient traditions and acculturated. The unique religious blends that have resulted, when combined with the strong personal faith of Filipinos, have given rise to numerous and diverse revivalist movements. Generally characterised by anti-modern bias, supernaturalism, and authoritarianism in the person of a charismatic messianic figure, these movements have attracted thousands of Filipino people, especially in areas like Mindanao, which have been subjected to extreme pressure of change over a short period of time. Many have been swept up in these movements, out of a renewed sense of fraternity and community. Like the highly visible examples of flagellation and reenacted crucifixion in the Philippines, these movements may seem to have little in common with organised Christianity or Islam. In the intensely personalistic Philippine religious context, however, these are less aberrations and more of extreme examples of religion's retaining its central role in society.
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There are many beautiful places and other tourist spots in the Philippines. There are Boracay, Subic, Chocolate hills, Tarsier in Bohol, the Philippine Eagle, The Banaue Rice Terraces, and the Hundred Islands. Many tourists are going in the Philippines because of the very hot climate here and the other beautiful hidden places here in our country. Others foreigners are staying here because of the hospitality of the Filipinos here some are staying because they found the right girl or man here. Others are exploring this country so they can find a extinct creatures or places. Many people are saying that there is more fun in the Philippines. So don't be shy on our country even if there are many shanty town in here or many people are poor don't worry because God will help us in to our problems God don't give us the problem that we can't get throughout.
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