Open atlas of the Philippines — places, geography and heritage

History & Culture

Jarius Bondoc: Investigative Journalism and Political Commentary

Profile of Jarius Bondoc, Filipino investigative journalist, columnist, and author known for his political exposés and radio work.

History & Culture

Maxine Syjuco: Artist, Poet and Musician

Filipina artist Maxine Syjuco explores love, loss and temporality through photography, poetry and experimental music with Jack of None.

History & Culture

Luis Gatmaitan: Physician and Pioneer of Philippine Children's Literature

Profile of Luis Gatmaitan, Filipino doctor and author known for medical children's books and Palanca Hall of Fame induction.

History & Culture

Roger Olivares: Filipino Author and Travel Writer

Roger Olivares is a Filipino author known for Noli Me Tangere 2 and the first Philippine travel guidebook.

Mountains & Volcanoes

National Geological Monuments of the Philippines: Designation, Sites and Conservation

Overview of the Philippines' National Geological Monuments, their legal basis, designated sites, and conservation challenges.

Rivers & Lakes

Pagsanjan Falls: Geography, History and Tourism in Laguna

Pagsanjan Falls in Laguna, Philippines, is a historic three-drop waterfall accessed by canoe or hike, declared a National Park in 1939.

Barangays & Settlements

Region II Trauma and Medical Center

Tertiary government hospital in Bayombong, Nueva Vizcaya, established in 1911 with 500 beds.

Mountains & Volcanoes

Lucsuhin Natural Bridge: Geology, Discovery and Conservation in Cavite

Lucsuhin Natural Bridge in Silang, Cavite, is the first large natural bridge reported in the Philippines, discovered in 1910.

Provinces

Northern Samar: Province Profile, History and Cultural Heritage

Profile of Northern Samar province in the Philippines, covering its 1965 establishment, geography, demographics, and historical significance...