Geography of the Philippines Bay. Laguna de Bay, east of Manila Bay, is the largest freshwater lake in the Philippines. Several rivers have been harnessed for hydroelectric power. To protect the country's biological resources, the government has taken a first step of preparing a Biodiversity Action Plan to address conservation of threatened species. The islands are volcanic in origin, being part of the Pacific Ring of Fire, and are mostly mountainous. The highest point in the country is the peak of Mount Apo in Mindanao, which is above sea level. The second highest point can be found on Luzon at Mount Pulag, a peak
Bay, Laguna after establishing the city of Manila on June 24, 1571, ordered the exploration and pacification of the surrounding villages and settlements. Martin de Goiti led a contingent towards Pampanga while Juan de Salcedo Legaspi’s 22-year-old grandson led a contingent up to the Pasig river towards the inter lands of Laguna de Bay. With him was Fr. Alonzo Alvarado, an Agustinian who was very zealous in converting the natives. From Taytay and Cainta, Salcedo proceeded to Bay, Liliw, Nagcalan and Majayjay and to other towns where up-on Fr. Alvarado’s intercession, the natives surrendered peacefully with Fray Diego de Espinar and 60