NATIONAL SYMBOLS
Sampaguita is the Philippine's national flower. It is white, star-shaped, and it has a fragrance that smells amazing. This flower blooms at night and drops during the day time.
Kalabaw is the Philippine's national animal. It is a tamed typed water buffalo that plows the fields. They are associated with farmers and help farm produce to the market.
Anahaw or Fan Palm is the Philippine's national leaf. Its use is to fan yourself in the hot weather and sometimes use to wrap food. This leaf represents strength, achievement, and loyalty.
This tropical fruit called mannga is the Philippine's national fruit. It is a bright yellow color which has an addictive taste. It is known worldwide for its best quality. This Philippine mango is know as the "Fruits of Gods."
Barong Tagalog is the Philippine's national costume for men. It is an untucked or loose shirt of delicate fabric showing Chinese, airy tropical appearance Indo-Malayan and elongated effect of Hindu influences.
Baro at Saya is the Philippine's national costume for women. Baro't Saya is a collarless blouse and skirt which means baro at saya (blouse and skirt).
Tinikling is the Philippine's national dance. This dance involves bamboo sticks and two people that are beating, taping, and sliding on the ground.
Agila is the Philippine's national bird. It is the Philippine eagle and is a monkey eating eagle that stands 3 feet tall. They are considered good at hunting in the forest.