A holiday in the Philippines will never be complete without exploring its capital, Manila. Home to more than 1.6 million people, Manila is one of the crowded yet entertaining cities in the country. The busy streets and hardworking people add to the rich history of Manila, which charms local and foreign guests with its vintage and modern features.
Manila is a magnet for history buffs. Some of the major landmarks built during the Spanish era are located in the city. The deep Hispanic influence on the country can be traced in old churches and art galleries around the city. But aside from its rich past, Manila is also known as a center for politics, economics, culture, and commerce.
The city, which is divided into sixteen geographical districts, has one of the largest Chinatowns in the world. On the streets of Binondo line numerous shops selling a wide selection of Chinese goods and delicacies. Manila, which covers an area of 0.66 square kilometers, is also home to posh hotels, modern shopping malls, parks, exquisite events, and recreational areas.
The following attractions were taken from several Philippine travel guides the author used to come up with this article about Manila.