the Philippines by Jim Hassett https://padlet.com/jhassett189/3258hnaggehk A journey into Filipino culture by: Tatyana Brandinger & James Hassett en-us 2017-10-24 21:43:30 UTC 2026-03-08 16:47:08 UTC hello@padlet.com Located on the island of Luzon, the capital city is Manila jhassett189 https://padlet.com/jhassett189/3258hnaggehk/wish/200215309 2017-10-24 21:45:26 UTC https://padlet.com/jhassett189/3258hnaggehk/wish/200215309 The official languages are English and Filipino jhassett189 https://padlet.com/jhassett189/3258hnaggehk/wish/200215853 2017-10-24 21:48:27 UTC https://padlet.com/jhassett189/3258hnaggehk/wish/200215853 Rizal Park is one of the most famous, and visited locations jhassett189 https://padlet.com/jhassett189/3258hnaggehk/wish/200216026 2017-10-24 21:49:46 UTC https://padlet.com/jhassett189/3258hnaggehk/wish/200216026 Fort Santiago is one of the most historical and important structures jhassett189 https://padlet.com/jhassett189/3258hnaggehk/wish/200216261 2017-10-24 21:51:17 UTC https://padlet.com/jhassett189/3258hnaggehk/wish/200216261 Religion jhassett189 https://padlet.com/jhassett189/3258hnaggehk/wish/200216578 Catholic is the recognized religion of the country, however there are a blend of other religions that spread throughout the country, religions such as Islam, Hinduism and Vajrayana Buddhism.]]> 2017-10-24 21:53:22 UTC https://padlet.com/jhassett189/3258hnaggehk/wish/200216578 A great symbol of the culture, the national flag of the Philippines jhassett189 https://padlet.com/jhassett189/3258hnaggehk/wish/200217057 2017-10-24 21:56:31 UTC https://padlet.com/jhassett189/3258hnaggehk/wish/200217057 Tattooing jhassett189 https://padlet.com/jhassett189/3258hnaggehk/wish/200217228 A custom that goes back hundreds of years, tattooing was once acknowledgment of fierce Filipino tribal warriors. Today, tattooing is viewed in a more artistic light]]> 2017-10-24 21:57:42 UTC https://padlet.com/jhassett189/3258hnaggehk/wish/200217228 Family jhassett189 https://padlet.com/jhassett189/3258hnaggehk/wish/200217560 The extended family is held with high standards in the culture. During the birth of a new child into the family, there is a community wide celebration.During the child's first birthday, a large party is thrown. And for holidays, the extended family gathers in the place they consider home. They celebrate holidays such as New Year's Day, Easter, and All Saint's Day. ]]> 2017-10-24 22:00:20 UTC https://padlet.com/jhassett189/3258hnaggehk/wish/200217560 Financial Assistance jhassett189 https://padlet.com/jhassett189/3258hnaggehk/wish/200218230 Healthcare is provide to citizens through the aid of the public hospitals. Also, for the working poor monetary assistance is provided if they are failing to make ends meet.]]> 2017-10-24 22:05:38 UTC https://padlet.com/jhassett189/3258hnaggehk/wish/200218230 Food jhassett189 https://padlet.com/jhassett189/3258hnaggehk/wish/200218446 National cuisines are created with influences from the West and Asia. Rice is a prominent fixture in all meals.]]> 2017-10-24 22:07:10 UTC https://padlet.com/jhassett189/3258hnaggehk/wish/200218446 Education jhassett189 https://padlet.com/jhassett189/3258hnaggehk/wish/200218839 The countries education system is mirrored off of the American education system. There is influence of Western education, and also influence from the East. American influence is heavy in the form of philosophy. Along with public education which enroll anywhere between 20-50 students per class, there are many private, and preparatory schools. One of the most popular forms of education, similar to America, are Catholic schools.]]> 2017-10-24 22:09:59 UTC https://padlet.com/jhassett189/3258hnaggehk/wish/200218839