Manila Philippines, What it Has
Manila or Maynila in Filipino, is home to the Philippine presidential seat, the Malacaņang Palace, and to the majority of the most notable colleges and universities of the country. Maynila is the Philippines' capital and is also a part of the National Capital Region (NCR). It is bounded by the cities of Navotas, Caloocan, Quezon, Mandaluyong, Pasig, Makati, Pasay, and to it's west is the Manila Bay. The city is rich in history which dates back to the 16th century when it was established by the colonizing Spaniards. They built the Spanish Fortress, Intramuros or Walled City, to prevent attacks from invading forces.
At present time the San Agustine Church, which is the City's oldest church, and the ruins of Fort Santiago are the few that are left standing within the walled city. What was once part of Intramuros and Asia's oldest university, the University of Santo Tomas is now located in the Sampaloc District.Aside from the cultural and historical attractions, the City also have parks that are worth visiting like Luneta or Rizal Park and Paco Park. Manila Hotel, the Philippines oldest hotel, at the northwest side of Rizal Park is also historical. It opened in 1912 and it was also the residence of Gen. Douglas MacArthur from 1935 to 1941. At the back of the Quirino Grand Stand in Rizal Park is the Ocean Park Oceanarium which also houses boutiques and restaurants. The Malate and Ermita districts are known as the tourist belt of Maynila. Many of the city's hotels, bars and nightclubs are located here. Many foreign tourists flock to this area for night time entertainment. Ermita is also home to the country's well known universities and colleges as well as some of the government offices. The Quiapo district, where the Quiapo Church is located, is one of the City's most busiest district. Electronic shops that are lined up along G. Puyat street (formerly Raon st) is famous for bargain electronic items, parts and supplies. Quiapo is also where the Feast of the Black Nazarene is celebrated every year on January 9. 
Sampaloc district is the location of the nations University Belt where the University of Santo Tomas (the Philippines' oldest university) is also located. The larger portion of this district is mostly residential. 
China Town is in the Binondo district where Chinese merchants dominate. Binondo was once the financial district of the country prior to the 1970s. The other districts (16 total) that make up Manila are: Intramuros Paco Pandacan Port Area San Andres Bukid Santa Ana San Miguel San Nicolas Santa Cruz Santa Mesa TondoReturn from Manila to Philippine Islands home
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