LESSON 1 Revisit Philippine History, Philippine Geography and Culture, Philippine Tourism and Economic
Tourism is one of the major contributors to the economy of the Philippines with 8.6% contributions to the country's Gross Domestic Product in 2023. The Philippines is an archipelago with 7,641 islands. The country is blessed with natural resources which have been the main tourist attraction
Filipinos are the friendliest, most hardworking, and considered the most hospitable people in the world.
Module Outcome: It is expected that after this module, you should be able to: ï‚· Accept the economic value of the tourist destinations in the different provinces and cities of the Philippines ï‚· Identify the various provinces in each region and town, chartered and component cities in each province on a blank map ï‚· Appreciate the different region of the Philippines as well as its provinces and cities Name and describe major attractions in each province
Learning Outcomes: At the end of this lesson, you should be able to: ï‚· Explain the overview of Philippine History ï‚· Identify the Philippine geography and culture ï‚· Discuss the Philippine Tourism and Economics
Overview of Philippine History Some 50 million years ago, the archipelago was formed by volcanic eruptions. About 30,000 years ago the earliest inhabitants had arrived from the Asian mainland . 10 TH century A.D . coastal villagers welcomed Chinese commerce and settlers, followed by Muslim traders from Borneo. The gradual spread of Islam from Borneo into the central and northern islands was interrupted by the arrival of the Spanish Christians.
The Philippines were claimed in the name of Spain in 1521 by Ferdinand Magellan , a Portuguese explorer sailing for Spain, who named the islands after King Philip II of Spain. They were then called Las Felipinas. 1830's Spanish culture and thought had penetrated into Filipino culture To the extent that the Filipino people began thinking about liberation from Spain. The government of Spain developed Filipino agriculture to the point that it was self-sufficient.
One of the most famous of the time was Jose Rizal. He studied medicine at the University of Santo Tomas in the Philippines and the University of Madrid. Rizal wrote two important novels December 30, 1896, the night of his execution Rizal proclaimed the Philippines " the Pearl of the Oriental Seas" . His death is annually commemorated. In December of 1897 , negotiations with Spain resulted in the Pact of Biak-na-Bato. December 30, 1896, Rizal proclaimed the Philippines "the Pearl of the Oriental Seas". His death is annually commemorated. In December of 1897, negotiations with Spain resulted in the Pact of Biak-na-Bato. While in Hong Kong, Aguinaldo and his compatriots designed what is today the Philippine national flag.
The Philippines is named after King Philip II of Spain (1556-1598) and it was a Spanish colony for over 300 years.
Philippine Geography And Culture The Philippine archipelago is composed of about 7,100 islands and lies strategically within the arc of nations that sweeps southeastward from mainland Asia to Australia. It has a total land area of 300,000 square kilometers , 92 percent of which is found on the 11 largest islands. Islands groups: Luzon, Visayas, and Mindanao
The Philippines was divided administratively into 18 regions as follows: LUZON National Capital Region (NCR) Cordillera Administrative Region (CAR) Region I - Ilocos Region Region II - Cagayan Valley Region III - Central Luzon Region IV-A – CALABARZON Region IVB- MIMAROPA Region V-Bicol Region
VISAYAS Region 6 - Western Visayas Region 7 - Central Visayas Region 8 - Eastern Visayas NIR (Negros Island Region) MINDANAO Region 9 – Zamboanga Peninsula Region 10 - Northern Mindanao Region 11 – Davao Region Region 12 –SOCCSKSARGEN Region XIII- Caraga BARMM
The Philippine archipelago, which is positioned in the western Pacific Ocean, is divided into three distinct administrative and geographic regions. The northern region of Luzon, home to the capital city of Manila, is the economic, financial, and administrative center of the country and its industrial base. Visayas comprise the Philippines’ central islands, where much of the country’s abundant biodiversity and tourism destinations are located. Mindanao , the country’s second-largest island, makes up the southern-most region and is a largely rural economy
The climate in the country is predominantly hot and humid, marked by a rainy season from the months of June to November. The other two pronounced seasons are cool and dry weather from November to February and hot and dry weather from March to May. The El Niño weather phenomenon, which began in late 2015, has had devastating effects on agriculture and water supply.
The Philippines’ location on the Ring of Fire along the Pacific Rim, and its proximity to the equator makes the nation subject to numerous active typhoons and earthquakes year-round. The Philippine population is the 14th-largest in the world and the seventh-largest in Asia. Population as of (August 7, 2024) : 115, 941, 803
Philippine culture is a blend of the Malay-Polynesian, Hispanic, and western cultures with some influence from the Chinese and other Asian Cultures
The Filipino people have a distinct Asian background, with a strong Western tradition. The modern Filipino culture developed through influence from Chinese traders, Spanish conquistadors, and American rulers. tend to be very hospitable, especially to Western visitors. Because of their strong ties to Spanish culture, are emotional and passionate about life in a way that seems more Latin than Asian.
The family is the basic and most important aspect of Filipino culture. Divorce is prohibited and annulments are rare. The family is the safety net for individuals, especially older people, during difficult economic times. Children will often stay with their parents into adulthood, only leaving when they get married. Political and business ties are often influenced by family relationships. Filipinos have a very strong sense of family and kapwa (others) Lovers of art in many forms
Two traits that many foreign visitors often have a difficult time understanding are Pakikisama and Utang na Loob. Pakikisama roughly means "getting along" Utang na Loob refers to the custom of paying back one favor with another. More than 80% of the population of the Philippines is Roman Catholic . Fiestas in honor of the patron saint of a town are quite common.
People greet each other with a handshake. A smile or raised eyebrows can mean "Hello" or "Yes". Someone can be summoned with a downward wave of the hand. 3rd-largest Catholic population in the world Over 90% of Filipinos identify as Christian, with the majority (around 81%) saying they are Roman Catholic and the rest split between Protestant and other Christian denominations. Muslims 5% of the population,
Religion is an integral and inseparable aspect of Filipino culture Family oriented Find a reason to celebrate any occasions Food becomes the centerpiece of every Filipino family celebration
Each Region has its unique and distinct characteristics influenced by its history and culture Sample of ethnicities of Filipinos Ilocano Tagalog Bicolano Waray Ilongo Mindanaoan
175 native languages and dialects are spoken throughout the Philippines, Official languages are official: Filipino , which is largely derived from Tagalog, and English . Tagalog belongs to the Malayo-Polynesian group of languages,
Having been one of only a handful of countries in the world to have a basic 10-year school system, the K+12 Programme was signed into a law by President Aquino in May 2013 Natural resources are plentiful in the Philippines. Named by the Asian Development Bank as the world’s fifth-most-mineralized 30% of the country’s total land area believed to contain metallic mineral deposits, including nickel, cobalt, silver, gold, salt and copper .
Philippine Tourism and Economics Origin Of Tourism in the Philippines. Tourism in the Philippines started as a private initiative to promote the country as a principal destination. 1950- The Philippine Tourist and Travel Association were organized. 1956- The creation of Board of Travel Industry by the Philippine Congress. Different Establishments Developed To Oversee The Growth Of Tourism
1972- The Department of Tourism was created by former President Marcos. The Philippine Tourism Authority and Philippine convention bureau were created The Department of tourism was renamed "Ministry of Tourism" 1986- DOT was reorganize under executive order. 120 and 120 A under President Cory Aquino. The Philippine Convention Bureau was renamed Philippine Convention and Visitors corporation
2003- Visit Philippines 2003 under Richard Gordon was initiated as a tourist promotion. 2009- Rep.Act no. 9593 or the Tourism Act. of 2009 was the latest improvement in the Tourism industry. 2012- There is a big increase in the growth of tourism after the marketing campaign titled, "It's more fun in the Philippines."
Korea got the biggest scores of visitors in the Philippines. The Department of Trade and Tourism was established. A total of 1.17 million South Koreans visited the country, followed by te U.S, Japan, China, Australia, and Taiwan.
Philippine Tourism Commission was created under the unified Trade and Tourism Department. Tourism is an important sector for Philippine economy. In 2019, the travel and tourism industry contributed 12.7% to the country's GDP. Composed 7,641 islands with 82 provinces divided in 17 regions. is known for having its rich biodiversity as its main tourist attraction
Its beaches, heritage towns and monuments, mountains, rainforests, islands and diving spots Rich historical and cultural heritage, including its festivals and indigenous traditions, are also one of the attractions of Philippines. Popular destinations among tourists are Cebu, Boracay, Palawan, Siargao, and many more.
Its beaches, heritage towns and monuments, mountains, rainforests, islands and diving spots Rich historical and cultural heritage, including its festivals and indigenous traditions, are also one of the attractions of Philippines. Popular destinations among tourists are Cebu, Boracay, Palawan, Siargao, and many more.
As of 2015, 4.99 million Filipinos have been employed in the tourism sector and the government collected P227.62 billion pesos from foreign tourists, almost 25% of which came from Boracay. The country attracted a total of 5,360,682 foreign visitors in 2015 It's More Fun in the Philippines" .
The country is also home to one of the New 7 Wonders of Nature The Puerto Princesa Subterranean River National Park, One of the New 7 Wonders Cities, the Heritage City of Vigan.
Introduction In Principles Of Tourism
16 th Century
16 th Century
Rich individuals continued to eat a wide variety of foods, including a lot of meat,in the 16th century Poor individuals, on the other hand, frequently ate bland food. Theyhad bread, cheese, and onions for breakfast. Every day, they only had one cooked meal. They combined grain with water, vegetables, and (if they could afford it) beef strips.
Bread was eaten by all classes, but the quality varied. Fine white flour was usedto make the bread of the wealthy. Poor folks ate grainy barley or rye bread.
Sweets were also a favorite of the Tudors (if they could afford it). Sugar was expensive in the 16th century, therefore most people used honey to sweeten their diet.
Around 1525AD, turkeys were brought to England. In the 1580s, potatoes wereintroduced to England, although just a few English people ate them at first. Apricots were brought to the United States from southern Europe. A new vegetable arrived in England. It was referred to as cauliflower.
People used knives and their fingers or spoons to eat their food. Silver or pewter spoons were used by the wealthy. The impoverished had to make do with wooden ones. People in England began using forks to consume their meals in the early 17 th century. Meanwhile, new types of food, such as bananas and pineapples, were brought into England (for the wealthy) during the 17th century.
The Origins of French Cuisine
Application (Activity 1) Research on the following topics and share your views or a short reflection (3-4 paragraph only) on each given topic. Submit activity paper. 5 pts each 1. Great Potato Famine in Ireland 2. History of beer or ale 3. British Lion mark on eggs 4. One of the rarest salt in the world from the Philippines https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Pd1YtrTXa4c