Vicinity of Jesus Dela Peña Chapel
by Jane Dacumos on July 19, 2012Declared a national shrine by the National Historical Commission, the Jesus Dela Peña Chapel was built by the Jesuits on April 16, 1930 and the first church in Marikina. The city was once been called Jesus Dela Peña in honor of the Infant Child Jesus.
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Diocesan Shrine and Parish of Our Lady of the Abandoned
by Jhaypee Guia on July 19, 2012Also known as OLA Church, this Spanish-era church is located along J. P. Rizal Street in Santa Elena. The church was started by the Augustinians in 1687 and was finished in 1690. On October 21, 1791, the whole parish was consecrated under the Marian title, Nuestra Sra. Delos Desamparados (Our Lady of the Abandoned), the second oldest parish in the Philippines.
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Marikina River Park
by Jane Dacumos on July 19, 2012It is the most awarded river in the Hall of Fame awardees for the Cleanest Inland Body of Water in the Philippines. Marikina River Park is a popular camping site, picnic grounds and recreational park, such as concrete jogging and bike lanes, benches and skating rink.
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Dancing Fountains in Luneta Park
by Jane Dacumos on July 19, 2012Luneta Park has been one of the favorite destinations for many Filipinos. The park is one of the best places to spend leisure time and a good spot for unwinding, socializing, and for family picnics on Sundays and holidays.
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Manila Hotel
by Jane Dacumos on July 19, 2012Billed as the “One of the grandest hotels in the orient,” Manila Hotel stands among the structures of the finest architectural and social creations of its time. Originally built from 1908 to 1912, it has been aptly referred to by many as the "Showcase of the Philippines," “Aristocrat of the Orient,” and "Address of Prestige."
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