The Philippines is an archipelago country located in Southeast Asia made up of over 7,000 islands. It has a population of over 103 million people and its capital and largest city is Manila. Some of the Philippines' most famous dishes include lechon, crispy pata, and adobo. The majority of the population practices Christianity and English and Filipino are the most common languages. The Philippines has a tropical climate and natural resources include mineral resources. Some top tourist destinations are El Nido, Boracay Island, Hinatuan Enchanted River, and the Banaue Rice Terraces. The Philippines was colonized by Spain starting in the 1500s and then by the United States after the Spanish-American