Vista Pinas shows you Philippine-related locations through the wonderful satellite imagery provided through Google Maps and Google Earth.. See the Philippines as you’ve never seen it before! I am your host, Eugene Alvin Villar, a techno-addict and map-fanatic Filipino.

If you’ve seen any nice places on Google Maps or Google Earth that you think would be a great addition to the site, then head on over to the Submission Page.

In the press

“It’s the next best thing to a visit from abroad or armchair travel with a book.” —SLM, “Traveling the Philippines via Google”, Philippine Explorer, Inquirer.net Global Nation

Questions that Might be Frequently Asked but Answered Now

Q: Wasn’t this website called “Tanawing Pinoy”?
A: Yes. But when it was part of the (now defunct) Bayanihan Blog Network, we’ve re-branded the website to appeal to an international audience.

Q: Is Vista Pinas inspired by Google Sightseeing ?
A: Yes.

Q: So why not submit the sights here on Google Sightseeing?
A: We could, but given the huge popularity of that site, thus their thousands-long queue of submissions, it’s doubtful that Filipino submissions will be featured there anytime soon. A version catering to a local audience seems to be the best course. The UK and Brazil have their own versions, so it’s not as if this isn’t without precedent.

Q: How can I submit sights that can be featured here?
A: Head on over to the submission form and follow the instructions there.

Q: Can you find <insert location here> for me?
A: Unfortunately, we don’t have the time to help you find what you’re looking for. Fortunately, other people might already have pinpointed what you want. Head on over to Wikimapia and search away!