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Fort Santiago Photos
Here are some photos taken by amateur and professional photographers. These photos will show you some landmarks of Fort Santiago. Fort Santiago Ticket Booth. You need to buy first a ticket before you can enter the Fort. This picture was taken by Yoj. OUTER PART OF FORT SANTIAGO Fort Santiago President’s Gallery. This place showcases images of Philippine president from the founding of the Philippine Republic up to the present. Presidents...
National Museum of the Philippines
The National Museum of the Philippines is the place in Manila that you should not miss to visit. I’ve been into this place when I was still a kid and I will never forget the exhibits that I’ve seen. One exhibit that I will never forget is the Spolarium painting by Juan Luna. This painting is one of the great masterpieces that every Filipinos should be proud of. I know it’s been a long time since I visit the National Museum of the Philippines and...
Malacanang Palace
Malacañang Palace is the official home of the Philippine president and is compared to the White House of America. The palace was built in 1750. It was later purchased by the Spanish government, and since then, it became the residence of every Governor-General. During the American Period, the palace became the temporary residence of the American Civil Governors. William Howard Taft was the first American Governor to reside in Malacañang. The palace...
The Luneta Park
Luneta Park in Manila is one of the largest parks in Southeast Asia. It has an area of almost 58 hectares. During the Spanish time, it was called Bagumbayan. It was used as an executing ground for Filipino rebels. This was also the place of execution of Dr. Jose Rizal. At present, Luneta park is a place for fun and relaxation. It has playgrounds,fountains,beautiful gardens,historical markers,plazas,food kiosks,restaurants,an observatory,open air...
Intramuros Manila
Intramuros is the oldest district in Manila. It is nicknamed the “Walled City” which means “within the walls.” It was a fortified city during the Spanish Colonial Period to protect against any invasion. It is located then along Manila Bay and south of the mouth of Pasig River.
Intramuros Brief History
Before the Spaniards came, the site of Intramuros was settled by a large group of Muslims ruled by Rajahs,Sultan, and Datus. The location of Intramuros...
Fort Santiago
Brief HistoryFort Santiago is a defense fortress built for Miguel Lopez de Legazpi, a Spanish conquistador. This place was located at the mouth of Pasig River and was part of the structures of Intramuros. Fort Santiago became a witnessed to the events that happened for the last 450 years. This place was used as a fortress against the invading Moros,pirates and British invaders. This was also the place were Jose Rizal was put into prison and was sentenced to death. Fort Santiago was also used by the Japanese soldiers during WWII for POWs. A worth...
The Banaue Rice Terraces
Banaue Rice Terraces is one of the popular tourist destinations in Northern Philippines. Tourists visit Banaue to enjoy the scenery from one of the many view points and to hike through it. It has been in existence for 2000 years old and has been declared in 1995 as a World Heritage Site by UNESCO. This amazing mountain terraces were carved by the indigenous people called Ifugao and is one of the greatest engineering achievement thousand...
Resort In Anilao Batangas
Anilao Batangas Beach Resort is popular gateway during weekend especially for weekend diving trips. It is located in the southeast of Batangas and is located in the quiet town of Mabini. It is a 2- 3 hour drive from Manila to Anilao, Batangas. The water here is clean and you will enjoy your swimming activity in this place.
If you are a diver, then you can choose from more than thirty plus diving sites between Maricaban Island and Anilao shoreline....
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