Culture of the Philippines

The culture of the Philippines is characterized by cultural and ethnic diversity.^[1] Although the multiple ethnic groups of the Philippine archipelago have only recently established a shared Filipino national identity,^[2] their cultures were all shaped by the geography and history of the region,^[3][4] and by centuries of interaction with neighboring cultures, and colonial powers.^[5][6] In more recent times, Filipino culture has also been influenced through its participation in the global community.^[7]