About the City:
The city one of the oldest is the seat of Spanish rule in the country,people from other nations in the world mostly Asian countries live and tribe in the city,the chinese are flocking in binondo(the oldest Chinatown in the World) were they live and make trades in the area.The Spanish build the infamous Walled City of Intramuros,an old Spanish fort now a tourist attraction were millions of Local and foreign tourist visit their.Manila is one of 16 cities and municipalities that makes up Metro Manila,also known National Capital Region.The Region with 12.8 million people living in the area makes it the most populated in the Philippines and 7th in Asia.
Manila's and the rest of the country have 2 sessions,dry and wet.dry sessions start on December till May while wet season June to December.Because Manila and the rest of the country is located near the equator it's the best summer getaway with many places to visit the city.
Around the City:
If your looking the best place to make a vacation trip,try Manila were you can experience the old history and the modern living in this world.Intrmuros,The old Walled Spanish city lies buildings like Churches,San Agustin Church was build on 1607 located and some others different religious churches.Other places you can visit intramuros are Educational Institute,Old Military Fort and more.Rizal Park or Luneta National Park is the country's largest urban park and one of largest in Asia is located in Roxas Boulevard.Luneta was dedicated to Dr.Jose P. Rizal,the country's National Hero was shot dead by Spanish soldiers on December 30,1896.Manila Cathedral,a Roman Catholic Church opened in 1958 is the home of Archdiocese of Manila.Manila Bay were you can have a picnic with your families and friends and watch the beautiful sunset and sunrise.
Fort Santiago an old fort build by the Spaniard in 1593,located near Pasig River to defend against foreign invaders.The National Museum of the Philippines is a government owned Museum build in 1901 located Padre Burgos St.,Ermita.T he City of Manila has many more Places to explore visit Manila by booking your trip to Try TripAdvisor a local booking in the Philippines.
We're to Stay and Dine:
Manila has many best Hotels and Restaurants to choose.This are some of the best to stay in the city.Manila Hotel,a 570 rooms 5 star hotel located in Manila Bay.P an Pacific Manila located in Gen. Malabar St.,Ermita,Manila.New World Manila bay Hotel formerly as Hyatt Regency Hotel and Casino,a 5 star hotel over viewing Manila Bay.Sofitel Philippines Plaza Hotel a luxurious hotel with French touch.This are some of the best way to eat in Manila's restaurants.
Choose the best restaurants in Manila.Here's some of the best restaurants to treat yourself and your love ones.Spiral-Sofitel Philippines Plaza Hotel,redifines interactive dinning in a gastronomic voyage.Cafe Ilang-Ilang-Manila Hotel,a Renaissance of chic casual dinning and a vast array of cuisines from across the continents.My Kitchen by Chef Chris-The Oasis Paco Park Hotel,o offer sumptuous European dishes.S ky Deck-Bayleaf Hotel,relaxing ambiance with a gorgeous view of metro.You can find other restaurant by visiting Zomato website.
History of the City:
When the spanish controlled the country they settle in manila and became the seat of spanish government after they gain sovereignty in 1565.Several countries are invading Manila,Chinese Pirates attack Manila,the spanish build the Intramuros to evade them.The 20 months British Occupation of the city (1762-1764).Native Filipinos who want independent rebelled against the Spaniards.The Americans overpowered Spain and gain control of the country in 1898.Spain ceded control of the country for more than three hundred years of colonial rules to the United States in the treaty of Treaty of Paris in 1898.Filipinos revolt against the Americans for two long years,Filipinos fought bravely but to no avail.Japanese attack to Pearl Harbor on December 7,1940 lead to the attack in the Philippines and occupied the country.japanese controlled for over 4 years before the American forces arrive commanded by the infamous Gen. Douglas Mcarthur.Manila was the most destroyed city of world war 2 after Warsaw,Poland.And the Nation gain it's independence inJune 12, 1946 the first in Asia.Now Manila is the center of trade and industry in the Philippines,investors around the world are eyeing the city because of its potentials.Manila has international a,Ninoy Aquino International Airport the biggest and most busiest airport in the country.The Port of Manila lies on Manila bay.
Manila is also known as:
- Paris of Asia
- Pearl of the Orient
- The City of our Affection
- Distinguished and ever Loyal City
- Queen City of the Pacific
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