Where are the spice islands that near to Philippines?

- Maluku Islands: Also known as the Moluccas, this group of islands in the province of Maluku, Indonesia, is famous for its rich history as the primary source of valuable spices such as cloves, nutmeg, and mace.

- The Banda Islands: Located in the Banda Sea, south of the Moluccas, the Banda Islands were one of the world's main suppliers of nutmeg and mace during the colonial period.

- The North Maluku Islands: This province of Indonesia includes several islands, such as Ternate and Tidore, which were historically significant in the spice trade.

- Sulawesi: While not primarily known as a spice island, Sulawesi, particularly its northern region, was also involved in the spice trade, cultivating and exporting spices like cloves and nutmeg.