| The capital city of Philippines, Manila is a | | | | listed on UNESCO's World Heritage Site. |
| metropolitan area, located in the largest | | | | Attractions, among many others, of the church |
| island of the country, Luzon, on the eastern | | | | are intricately carved doors, the tombstone |
| part of the Pasig River, near the Manila Bay. | | | | on the floorings, 14th century chandeliers, |
| Situated about 950 km from Hong Kong, Manila | | | | the pulpit, the side chapels, and an 18th |
| is one of the most tourist destinations in | | | | century pipe organ. |
| the world, with a spectrum of attractions, | | | | |
| ranging from colonial edifices and historical | | | | Other significant historical cum cultural |
| and cultural sites to beautiful parks and | | | | sites in the area are Plaza San Luis, a |
| interesting museums. Discussed further in | | | | complex consisting of five houses, namely, |
| this article are some of the most popular | | | | Casa Blanca, Casa Manila, Casa Urdaneta, El |
| tourist destinations in Manila. | | | | Hogar Filipino, and Los Hidalgos; and |
| | | | Malacanang Palace - once the summer residence |
| Of the attractions of Manila, perhaps most | | | | for the Spanish governor-general - now serves |
| prominent is Manila American Cemetery and | | | | as the official residence of the highest |
| Memorial, which stands as a symbol to | | | | chief executive of Philippines. |
| commemorate those who were perished in the | | | | |
| Second World War. Likewise, take a visit to | | | | Also, while your stay at Manila, take a tour |
| the Chinese Cemetery, spread across 54 | | | | to destinations such as Coconut Palace, |
| hectares of land. History has it that the | | | | Manila City Hall, Palacio del Gobernador, |
| cemetery was built by two people, Tan Quien | | | | Paco Park, Roxas Boulevard, and Quezon |
| Sien and Lim Ong, during the mid-19th century | | | | Memorial Circle. |
| in order to bury the Chinese who were not | | | | |
| allowed to bury in Catholic Church. Among the | | | | A must-see attraction in Manila is the Carfel |
| highlights of the cemetery are huge | | | | Seashell Museum, housing an extensive |
| mausoleums and paved paths. | | | | selection of rare seashells collected from |
| | | | across the world. Some of the rarities in the |
| Situated in Binondo, along the northern banks | | | | museum are the Cypraea aurantium and Conus |
| of the Pasig River is Chinatown, which | | | | gloriamaris. |
| represents the long history of the presence | | | | |
| of the Chinese people in the country. | | | | Manila has something for everyone. For |
| Established during the 16th century, | | | | instance, if you are a golf enthusiast, then |
| Chinatown is the oldest of its kind in the | | | | head to Metro Manila's 11 golfing greens. For |
| world. A spectrum of items ranging from home | | | | those looking for something unique, one of |
| accessories and Chinese herbal medicines to | | | | the best options would be to take Jungle |
| superb jewelry and Chinese artifacts can be | | | | Survival Training courses, ranging from basic |
| shopped here. | | | | training programs to advanced level jungle |
| | | | survival programs. |
| Another worth visiting destination in Manila | | | | |
| is Intramuros, also referred to as the Walled | | | | Superb options are also available in the form |
| City. Built in 1571 during the period of | | | | of the Light and Sound Sculptural Show of |
| Spain's colonization in the country, | | | | Jose Rizal, which is conducted within the |
| Intramuros's attractions cover an array of | | | | Jose Rizal Park. Aside these, Manila boast of |
| European edifices, churches, and colonial | | | | some excellent mountaineering areas. Above |
| style houses. | | | | all, the nightlife in Manila is legendary, |
| | | | with a variety of bars, restaurants, and |
| Intramuros also include a good number of | | | | discotheques that are opened until late |
| forts and dungeons, of which one of the | | | | night. |
| oldest fortifications is Fort Santiago. Also | | | | |
| known as the Shrine of Freedom, Fort Santiago | | | | With these umpteen attractions and options to |
| is a ruined ancient Spanish fort, which has | | | | enjoy a range of activities, Manila draws |
| been now converted into a park. | | | | people from all around the world. |
| | | | Accommodation options, including hotels, |
| During the Second World War, the Japanese | | | | resorts, and private villas, in Manila are |
| used this fort as a prison. A climb to atop | | | | designed in such a way that they cater to |
| of the fort provides you stunning views of | | | | every type of vacationer, no matter you are |
| the Pasig River. Probably, the greatest of | | | | budget conscious or a luxury-lover. |
| the attractions of the fort is the Rizal | | | | |
| Shrine Museum, where items made as well as | | | | There are also some hotels and resorts, |
| used by the national hero of the country, | | | | providing packages inclusive of |
| Jose Rizal, can be seen. Also, an attraction | | | | accommodation, dining, and other facilities |
| of the park is a collection of cars owned by | | | | to discover the superb attractions of the |
| previous presidents. | | | | place. Nowadays, many of the hotels and |
| | | | resorts provide options to book a hotel room |
| Historical sites in Manila also include San | | | | online. For this, all you have to do is to |
| Augustine Church - the oldest church in the | | | | just let them know your likes and preference. |
| city. Constructed in 1586 and completed in | | | | Then, wait for a relaxed vacation in this |
| 1606, San Augustine is one of the four | | | | amazing destination. |
| Baroque churches in the country that has been | | | | |