Fort Santiago
Manila cathedral
Intramuros
Intramuros, the ancient walled city, had been strategically built by
the powerful colonial Spanish to expand cultural and political power
in Philippines and Asia. This 400 years ancient wall was honored as UNESCO heritage site in 2015. Nowadays, it turns to be one of the
cultural tourist destinations in Manila. Attractive tourist spots are
Intramuros, the ancient walled city, had been strategically built by the powerful colonial Spanish to expand cultural and political power in Philippines and Asia. This 400 years ancient wall was honored as UNESCO heritage site in 2015. Nowadays, it turns to be one of the cultural tourist destinations in Manila. Attractive tourist spots are
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Fort Santiago is the oldest Hispanic stone fortress in the Philippines.
This citadel was built in 1593 as the fortress to protect new Spaniard
city and it is also the prison. There are carriages, old dungeons,
an old theater, and gardens surrounding Fort Santiago to keep traveler’s eyes and ears busy as they take in all the history.
Fort Santiago is the oldest Hispanic stone fortress in the Philippines. This citadel was built in 1593 as the fortress to protect new Spaniard city and it is also the prison. There are carriages, old dungeons, an old theater, and gardens surrounding Fort Santiago to keep traveler’s eyes and ears busy as they take in all the history.
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Manila cathedral is the Premier Church of the Philippines as it
was the first-ever cathedral in the country. though, it was built in
1571 and passed through many wars and catastrophes, but it still
being majestic nowadays. It is very famous because of its neo– Romanesque architecture always captures the heart of tourists.
Manila cathedral is the Premier Church of the Philippines as it was the first-ever cathedral in the country. though, it was built in 1571 and passed through many wars and catastrophes, but it still being majestic nowadays. It is very famous because of its neo– Romanesque architecture always captures the heart of tourists.
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San Agustin Church is the oldest stone church in the Philippines
and the only church which is a UNESCO World Heritage Site in
Manila. This Baroqueness Churches represented the fusion of
European church design and construction using local materials
and decorative motifs to form a new church-building tradition.
Its high ceiling paintings also attract the flocking of travelers to
witness the marvelous architecture too.
San Agustin Church is the oldest stone church in the Philippines and the only church which is a UNESCO World Heritage Site in Manila. This Baroqueness Churches represented the fusion of European church design and construction using local materials and decorative motifs to form a new church-building tradition. Its high ceiling paintings also attract the flocking of travelers to witness the marvelous architecture too.
SM Mall of Asia
Shopping in Metro Manila
The Americanization of Philippines is mostly visible in the mall
culture Manila and travelers mostly familiar with this culture.
With fourth-biggest shopping complex in the world, namely
SM Mall of Asia, shopping in Manila is one of the prime activities
in this bayside city. Travelers could find a shopping mall in almost
every block of this capital city of Philippines. Recommended
shopping malls for travelers are
The Americanization of Philippines is mostly visible in the mall culture Manila and travelers mostly familiar with this culture. With fourth-biggest shopping complex in the world, namely SM Mall of Asia, shopping in Manila is one of the prime activities in this bayside city. Travelers could find a shopping mall in almost every block of this capital city of Philippines. Recommended shopping malls for travelers are
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SM Mall of Asia, which is currently the largest shopping mall in
Philippines and the fourth biggest mall in the world. Then, it
will surely give the best shopping experience with the largest
shopping space, thousands of stores and modern cinema
complex. The establishment has a huge open area where mall
goers can enjoy a breeze of fresh air from Manila Bay.
SM Mall of Asia, which is currently the largest shopping mall in Philippines and the fourth biggest mall in the world. Then, it will surely give the best shopping experience with the largest shopping space, thousands of stores and modern cinema complex. The establishment has a huge open area where mall goers can enjoy a breeze of fresh air from Manila Bay.
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Greenbelt is renowned for its high-end products in Metro
Manila. There are five buildings and there you’ll find the luxury
brands likeLouis Vuitton, Gucci, Hermes, Marc Jacobs, and more.
What’s great about going to Greenbelt is that they have an open
area and a mini park where you can sit and relax while enjoying
your ice cream.
Greenbelt is renowned for its high-end products in Metro Manila. There are five buildings and there you’ll find the luxury brands like Louis Vuitton, Gucci, Hermes, Marc Jacobs, and more. What’s great about going to Greenbelt is that they have an open area and a mini park where you can sit and relax while enjoying your ice cream.
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Venice Grand Canal Mall where travelers feel like in Italy by riding
a gondola to explore the mall by the waters. This amazing mall is
surely one of the most romantic malls in the Philippines. It is offering
a diverse dining mix experience such as Italian and English cuisines together with wide array of shopping brands, a supermarket, lifestyle stores etc.
Venice Grand Canal Mall where travelers feel like in Italy by riding a gondola to explore the mall by the waters. This amazing mall is surely one of the most romantic malls in the Philippines. It is offering a diverse dining mix experience such as Italian and English cuisines together with wide array of shopping brands, a supermarket, lifestyle stores etc.
Street food
Street food in the Manila is nothing short of delicious. Manila is home to one of the best street foods in Asia. The authentic street style food made with exotic spices and herbs will absolutely make travelers drool. The noise, smells, heat, and grit are all part and parcel of a true Filipino street food experience. In Manila, busy areas like Quiapo market, and Binondo Chinatown are hotbeds for street food.
Quiapo Market
Public markets are great places to try Filipino street food, and this bustling ‘old downtown’ district of Manila has choices in abundance. From popular tusok-tusok (deep fried fish ball), fried and grilled isaw (pork/chicken intestine), to mami (noodle soup), fresh lumpia (spring roll), this place gives customers a fantastic overview of what Philippine cuisine has to offer.
Binondo Chinatown
Situated near Intramuros, the former headquarters of the colonial
Spanish government, the bustling district of Binondo is considered
the world’s first and oldest Chinatown. Binondo providing the diverse Chinese delicacies such as Hokkien and Cantonese cuisine which
travelers will surely mouth-watering. Famous cuisines are La mien
(noodle), Dumpling, Lumpia (spring roll) and Chinese tea are the examples.
Situated near Intramuros, the former headquarters of the colonial Spanish government, the bustling district of Binondo is considered the world’s first and oldest Chinatown. Binondo providing the diverse Chinese delicacies such as Hokkien and Cantonese cuisine which travelers will surely mouth-watering. Famous cuisines are La mien (noodle), Dumpling, Lumpia (spring roll) and Chinese tea are the examples.
Nightlife
Manila, the Philippine capital, is a fascinating city. Exotic food, majestic skyscraper, western colonial building and beautiful sceneries of Manila Bay all make Manila a charming place to be in night time. Exploring Manila nightlife shall be one of your itineraries.
Sun set watching at Manila Bay
Sunset in Manila Bay is a must-see experience, it is romantic while very relaxing. Manila Bay is one of the best places in the world to watch the
sun go down, especially along Roxas Boulevard. Roxas Boulevard is a popular waterfront promenade in Metro Manila in the Philippines.
It runs along the shores of Manila Bay, is well known for its sunsets
and paralleled towering of coconut trees.
Sunset in Manila Bay is a must-see experience, it is romantic while very relaxing. Manila Bay is one of the best places in the world to watch the sun go down, especially along Roxas Boulevard. Roxas Boulevard is a popular waterfront promenade in Metro Manila in the Philippines. It runs along the shores of Manila Bay, is well known for its sunsets and paralleled towering of coconut trees.
Walking at Night market
Night markets are a big deal in Asia, and Manila is no exception.
As the sun sets, large, open-air, local markets start coming alive
with food, music, and people. Tutuban night market and the Mercato Centrale are very lively at night. Both markets are extremely popular with the locals and are great for spending an evening full of delicious food, fun souvenir shopping and simply taking in the vibe of this wonderfully chaotic city.
Night markets are a big deal in Asia, and Manila is no exception. As the sun sets, large, open-air, local markets start coming alive with food, music, and people. Tutuban night market and the Mercato Centrale are very lively at night. Both markets are extremely popular with the locals and are great for spending an evening full of delicious food, fun souvenir shopping and simply taking in the vibe of this wonderfully chaotic city.
Chilling at rooftop restaurants
One of unforgettable experience is to dinner and drink while overlooking the entire city as it lights up the night sky. And when
in Manila, the best way to get away from the crowds is to indulge
at nice rooftop post-sunset bar and restaurant, complemented
with a view of Manila’s glittering skyline.
The Sky Deck View Bar at the Bayleaf Hotel, Jazz Up in The Sky
and the Sky-High Bar are just some of the places that should be
on your list for the romantic night.
One of unforgettable experience is to dinner and drink while overlooking the entire city as it lights up the night sky. And when in Manila, the best way to get away from the crowds is to indulge at nice rooftop post-sunset bar and restaurant, complemented with a view of Manila’s glittering skyline.
The Sky Deck View Bar at the Bayleaf Hotel, Jazz Up in The Sky and the Sky-High Bar are just some of the places that should be on your list for the romantic night.
Watching cultural performance
Manila also offering plenty of opportunities to immerse into the local culture through artistic and cultural performances. The Cultural Center of the Philippines is one of the best places to catch Filipino dance and musical performances, theatre, art exhibits and even independent films from the region. It could be one of your alternatives during nighttime in Manila.
City of Dreams in Manila
Solaire resort
Casino
Casino originally considered as illegal gambling in Philippines. In 1996, government had taken the intervention scheme and regulated the casino industry. Nowadays, there are more than 20 casinos in Metro Manila and most of them located near the bay area. Examples of renowned casinos are
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City of Dreams
City of Dreams in Manila is considered ‘integrated casino and resort’ that was made to include three of the best 5-star hotels namely, Hyatt Regency, Nobu Hotel, Nuwa along with unique family attractions “Dream play”, upscale shopping, world-class entertainment, international restaurants and an exciting nightclub. It is the one stop integrated service satisfying for every family member’s needs.
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Okada Manila Resort and Casino
The Okada Manila has spacious, comforting rooms, a fully serviced relaxation space with The Retreat Spa, and an indoor area PLAY to keep the children and teens engaged in learning-oriented entertainment. Okada Manila has the biggest variety of slots and table games offered in the entire country.
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Solaire Resort and Casino
It is famous for its lavish architectural design and its exceptional view of the sunset over Manila Bay. It also provides the modern restaurant, relaxing spa, stunning nightclub and state-of-the-art theatre. Many experts rate the Solaire as the best places for Pokers in Manila
