Open atlas of the Philippines — places, geography and heritage

Rivers & Lakes

Kawasan Falls: Geography, Hydrology and Tourism in Badian, Cebu

Kawasan Falls is a three-stage turquoise cascade in Badian, Cebu, fed by Kabukalan Spring and part of the Matutinao River system.

History & Culture

Arius Raposas: Historian, Public Servant and Digital Media Pioneer

Profile of Arius Raposas, Filipino historian and creator of the Filipino Historian website.

History & Culture

Adrian Remodo: Essayist and Champion of Bikol Literature

Adrian Remodo is a Bikol essayist and Ateneo de Naga professor instrumental in the post-WWII literary resurgence of the Bicol Region.

Provinces

Surigao del Norte: Province Profile, History and Geography

Profile of Surigao del Norte, a Philippine province in Caraga known for Siargao, nickel deposits, and its role as a Mindanao gateway.

Beaches & Islands

San Miguel Bay: Geography, Fisheries and Historical Context

San Miguel Bay in the Bicol Region is a major fishing ground with distinct seabed ecology and a history of resource competition.

History & Culture

Jay Ruiz: Journalist, PCO Secretary and Cultural Advocate

Profile of Jay Ruiz, Filipino journalist and former PCO Secretary known for his media career and arts advocacy.

Mountains & Volcanoes

Kalanay Cave: Archaeology and the Sa Huynh-Kalanay Interaction Sphere

Archaeological site in Masbate revealing Iron Age Austronesian trade networks and pottery traditions.

History & Culture

Art Ramasasa: Musician and Blind Master of Waray Song

Profile of Art Ramasasa, the Blind Master of Waray Song, his career, discography, and humorous musical style in the Eastern Visayas.

History & Culture

Mandarin Chinese in the Philippines: History, Education and Usage

The history, education, and usage of Mandarin Chinese in the Philippines, from colonial roots to modern schooling.