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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
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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
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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
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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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The hobbit, a benevolent dwarf, was a character in an enormously popular series of books by J.R. Tolkien, Lord of the Rings, now a major motion picture. Based on that theme, all of the waiters at this bar are midgets. The Hobbi... more
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This is a pocket of peace and quiet in the very heart of Makati's busy Ayala Center. Bordered by the Ayala Museum on one side and a string of eateries on another, Greenbelt Park draws a mixture of office workers, young lovers a... more
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The government-funded University of the Philippines opened in 1908 and is today the country's largest university system. This main campus at Diliman, Quezon City, covers 493 hectares dotted with approximately 26 colleges, 30 re... more
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Myra-World Explorer said
…: On my 2nd night, we all gathered at Chateau Verde located on the University of Philippines campus- my… continue reading »
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An oasis of spanking modernity, the Rockwell Center is graced by sleek residential towers bearing the names of eminent Filipinos—Rizal, Hidalgo, Luna and Amorsolo. Also located on the manicured grounds are two corporate high-r... more
Binondo Travel Experiences
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Back to My Roots-Philippines
I've spent the past 10 days in the Philippines, and I have to tell you that I am having the time of my life! There are so many memo... Continue reading »
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Andrew's Last week in the Philippines
When we woke up, it was already past lunch time already. We walked around at Robinson's went back and prepared for Greenbelt. We ate at... Continue reading »
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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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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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the urban sprawl
Zuerst einmal war ich ziemlich ueberrascht als ich in Manila angekommen war. Das heisst, eigentlich kam ich in der Stadt Angele... Continue reading »
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