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Rivers & Lakes

Lake Mainit: Geography, Hydrology and Fisheries in Northern Mindanao

Lake Mainit is the deepest lake in the Philippines, located in Surigao del Norte and Agusan del Norte.

Rivers & Lakes

Lake Baao: Hydrology, Seasonal Dynamics and Basin Geography

Lake Baao is a shallow freshwater lake in Camarines Sur, Philippines, with a surface area of 1.77 km2 and unique seasonal shrinkage.

Rivers & Lakes

Lake Tikub: Geology and Geography in Tiaong, Quezon

Lake Tikub is a maar crater lake in Tiaong, Quezon, part of the Laguna Volcanic Field near Mount Malepunyo.

Mountains & Volcanoes

Central Panay Mountain Range: Geography, Biodiversity and Indigenous Heritage

The longest mountain range in the Visayas, spanning 170 km across Panay Island with rich biodiversity and indigenous communities.

Rivers & Lakes

Pulangi River: Hydrology, Hydroelectric Infrastructure and Indigenous Heritage

The Pulangi River is the longest river in Bukidnon and a major tributary of the Rio Grande de Mindanao, featuring significant hydroelectric...

Rivers & Lakes

Iloilo River: Estuarine Ecology, Port History and Urban Infrastructure

The Iloilo River is an estuarine waterway in Western Visayas, serving as a vital port, ecological nursery for fish and mangroves, and urban...

History & Culture

Ukay-ukay: History, Etymology and Cultural Impact of Philippine Secondhand Retail

Explore the history, etymology and cultural significance of ukay-ukay stores in the Philippines, from Baguio City origins to national retail...

History & Culture

Fashion and clothing in the Philippines

History of Philippine fashion from pre-colonial baro to modern trends, including barong tagalog, terno, and regional attire.

Beaches & Islands

Misamis Occidental Aquamarine Park: Ecotourism and Marine Conservation

Overview of the Misamis Occidental Aquamarine Park, a tropical resort and wildlife habitat in the Philippines.