UNESCO World Heritage Sites in the Philippines

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Which animal is NOT mentioned as a rare sighting at Mount Hamiguitan Range Wildlife Sanctuary?

Crocodile

Where is Mount Hamiguitan Range Wildlife Sanctuary located?

Davao Oriental

What type of UNESCO site is the Church of Santo Tomas de Villanueva in Miag-ao, Iloilo?

Cultural

How many threatened and endemic species of animals and plants are found in Mount Hamiguitan Range Wildlife Sanctuary?

1,380

What is one of the top reasons for Mount Hamiguitan Range Wildlife Sanctuary being included in the list of heritage sites in the Philippines?

It represents a complete and highly diverse mountain ecosystem

Which style is the Church of Santo Tomas de Villanueva in Miag-ao known for?

"Fortress baroque"

When was the church of Santo Tomas de Villanueva completed?

1797

Which church is characterized by extravagant coral-block buttresses and ornate stone finials?

Church of Nuestra Señora de la Asuncion

What is a key feature of the Church of Nuestra Señora de la Asuncion in Ilocos Sur?

85-step stairway leading to Virgin Mary

Which church is known for its fusion of western Baroque style with Filipino folk motifs?

Church of Santo Tomas de Villanueva

What architectural feature was added to Paoay Church in the second half of the 18th century?

Coral stone bell tower

Where is the Church of San Agustin located?

Intramuros, Manila

Explore the UNESCO World Heritage Sites in the Philippines and test your knowledge on their locations, significance, and unique features. Learn about Mount Hamiguitan Range Wildlife Sanctuary, its diverse flora and fauna, and why it was inscribed as a UNESCO site.

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