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One of the most visited tourist spots in the Philippines, this geological phenomenon is actually a volcano within a lake within a volcano. Taal is the world's smallest volcano, but do not let appearances deceive you--it can be... more
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Unique in Asia, this was a European-style medieval fortified city that functioned as the seat of government from 1571 to 1898. The massive walls stretch some 4.5 kilometers, enclosing a 64-hectare area once occupied by palaces,... more
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Constructed in 1587-1604, San Agustin Church is the oldest surviving church in the Philippines. It was the only building left intact when Intramuros was reduced to rubble during the Liberation of Manila in 1945. Now a UNESCO Wo... more
Real Travelers who've been here
Adro&Sean said
… installed! San Agustin church was just across the street, but tourists weren't allowed in while mass… continue reading »
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Asia's first university, the University of Santo Tomas (UST) was founded in 1611, antedating Harvard, America's oldest institution of higher learning. UST was located inside Intramuros but moved to its present site in 1927 to a... more
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Filipinos and foreigners alike can view some of the Philippines' historic and cultural treasures in this Museum of the Filipino People. Among the many displays here, the galleries devoted to the San Diego galleon merit special... more
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The history of Manila is closely tied to this body of water. Naval battles were fought here, including the celebrated La Naval de Manila in 1646, which effectively put a stop to repeated attempts by the Dutch to take over the P... more
Real Travelers who've been here
Potter said
… darned poor... highlights are talks with my Philippine friend, Frederick on Manila Bay as some really… continue reading »
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Completed in 1951, The Manila Cathedral rises majestically over the remains of five predecessors, the first of which was erected in 1581. Four of the previous constructions were destroyed by earthquakes and fires, the fifth was... more
Real Travelers who've been here
Taisteal said
…My time in Manila consisted of two short hop visits. The first after my arrival from Kuala… continue reading »
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A comfortable two-and-a-half-hour drive south of Manila, Villa Escudero, a former sugarcane plantation, is toured aboard a rustic carabao-drawn carriage. The highlight of a tour is the visit to the museum where an eclectic coll... more
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Organized tours to Pagsanjan are available from travel agencies. Or, upon reaching the town, head straight for the Pagsanjan Lodge or the Pagsanjan Rapids Hotel where you can secure a 'banca' (wooden boat) to take you to the fa... more
Cavite Travel Experiences
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Etape 7 - Manila, the staging point to Pacific
Here we are, in the shores of Pacific Ocean (Philippines Sea) and South China Sea. My friend Francois offered a place to stay and I could... Continue reading »
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Dirty Feet
Customs didn't ask for our onward ticket and we were pretty disappointed about that, particularly after the rush in Incheon to secure one... Continue reading »
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It's good to be back in Manila
I was very excited to get back home! My bro picked me up at the airport and helped me look for a nice hotel within Q.C area. I... Continue reading »
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Mall of Asia!
On the 10th of September Josh and I ventured out of Tagaytay without the parental units to see the Mall of Asia. It's located in Manila w... Continue reading »
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Randy at Ratskys
Last day in the Philippines boohoo The week went too quickly.Edna took me too another shopping mall and market place which was really goo... Continue reading »
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