Philippines – Philippines' capital is Manila

(Pronounced Fil-uh-peenz and muh-nil-uh)

To remember the capital of Philippines, use the following mnemonic:

Keep filling up the pens (Philippines) to write that novel about a man that married a gorilla (Manila). 

Interesting facts about Manila:

- Walled City: Manila’s historic core, Intramuros, is a walled district built by the Spanish in the late sixteenth century, featuring cobblestone streets, defensive fortifications, and centuries-old colonial architecture.

- Waterfront Landmark: The city is famously framed by Manila Bay, renowned across Southeast Asia for providing sweeping, picturesque sunset views along its historic seaside promenade.

- Urban Density: The city proper is part of Metro Manila, a massive and densely populated urban agglomeration that serves as the economic, political, and cultural heartbeat of the entire Philippines.