Philippines, a paradise on the very edge of the world, lurking in the Pacific Ocean. Millions of tourists rush here for an exotic, but comfortable stay. Many are in a hurry to spend their holidays not only on sparsely populated beaches, but also in the capital of the Philippines - Manila. This is the name of a conglomerate of eighteen cities in the country that form a metropolis. Manila is the second largest and most densely populated city in the republic. The capital is not only a business center, but also a major port of the country. To this is located a major airport, which is followed by flights from almost all parts of the globe. Because almost all arriving tourists must first get to Manila, where they then move to the resorts (for example, the islands of Cebu and Boracay ). The city itself is very interesting, and therefore worthy of attention of tourists. We'll tell you what to look in Manila.
A little from the history of Manila
The city was founded in 1571 by Lopez de Legaspi, a Spanish conquistador. Manila is located on the island of Luzon near the mouth of the Pasig River, which flows into the waters of the Manila Bay. First the Intramundos area was built, where the families of Spanish immigrants lived. The area was protected from intrusion by the fortress wall. Now it is considered the historical center of Manila, where the main attractions are located. From the XVII century, Catholic missionaries were sent here to spread Christianity. Gradually Manim develops as the spiritual and cultural center of the region, during the reign of the Spanish kingdom, many palaces and temples were built here. Later in the history of the city there were a lot of dramatic moments: civil wars, revolutions, capture by Americans, then by the Japanese.
Manila: Recreation and entertainment
Usually from the resorts of the Philippines arranged excursions, acquainting guests with the history of Manila and the surrounding area. Begin the inspection of the metropolis from the Intramuros area, where the tourists will be shown the magnificent and beautiful Manila Cathedral, built in 1571 and the fountain-monument to Charles IV, the Spanish king. Both of these attractions Manila are located on the main square of the district. Be sure to visit the most famous Monument of Manila - Forte Santiago. It was built on the orders of Lopez de Legaspi in the same year of 1571 on the bank of the Pasig River. Climbing the walls of the fort, you will see a beautiful panorama of the river, modern districts of the city and a nice clock tower. In general, a large number of temples have been built in Manila, among them the San Augustine church, which was erected in 1607 in Baroque style, stands out. It is noteworthy that the remains of the founder of the city rest here. To direct its tourist stops follows and in the Risala Park, named after the local patriot who fought for the independence of the Philippines. On an area of about 40 hectares adjacent to the Manilov Bay, there are a monument to Jose Risalu, the Japanese Garden, the Chinese Garden, the Butterfly Pavilion, the Orchid Orangery. Also in the territory of Risala Park is the National Museum, which introduces its visitors to the history, the world of flora and fauna, the geology of the Philippines. In addition, in Manila you can see the palace of Malakanyan, which is now the summer residence of the president of the country.
In search of entertainment in Manila, vacationers are usually sent to the areas of Hermitage and Malat. Here are the main hotels and hotels, bars, discos and restaurants. You can make excellent shopping in local markets, supermarkets and megamalls.
As for the beach holiday, Manila is not the most popular place for this. The thing is that the city is a major port. Therefore, the nearby beaches are not clean. Usually vacationers choose places located to the north and south. Among the popular beaches near Manila in the Philippines are popular Sulik Bay, White Beach, Sabang.
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