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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Bahay Tsinoy
by Jane Dacumos on July 19, 2012After the much awarded bilingual children’s educational television program Pinpin, Kaisa Para sa Kaunlaran, Inc., a non-profit organization co-founded by Teresita Ang-See, envisioned the project to provide another venue for advocating patriotism to the Philippines and promoting cultural identity and understanding between the local Chinese and Filipino communities.
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Manila City Hall: Manila's Distinct Landmark
by Jhaypee Guia on July 19, 2012The Manila City Hall is one of the distinct landmarks in the capital city of Manila, in the Philippines. The edifice, with its hexagonal tower with three red-faced clock on three of its facets, received unfavorable reviews in its initial years because of its austere architectural design, lack of entrances and the placement of the clock tower. The building's floor plan had been dismissed as similar in shape to a coffin or, in the other end, like the shield of Knights Templar.
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Plaza Dilao - Paco District
by Jane Dacumos on July 19, 2012I had lived in Pandacan for seven years. The place once witnessed my childhood memories and some unforgettable moments. One of my favorite destinations with my family is going to Paco.
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San Agustin Church in Manila
by Jhaypee Guia on July 19, 2012The San Agustin Church is a Roman Catholic church under the auspices of The Order of St. Augustine, located inside the historic walled city of Intramuros in Manila. Completed by 1607, it is the oldest church still standing in the Philippines; no other surviving building in the Philippines has been claimed to predate San Agustin Church.
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