Manila - Intramuros

Intramuros [1] (Latin: within the walls) is the oldest district of Manila, the Philippines' capital-city.

Culture and History

Originally known as Old Manila during Spanish Occupation, Intramuros was a former city itself enclosed by thick, high walls and moats situated along the southern banks of Pasig River. Intramuros was the seat of Spanish colonial rule in the East for almost four centuries and was the center of commerce, education, government and religion.

With World War II, however, Intramuros lost its old grandeur and glory. After surviving a number of earthquakes, typhoons, fires and wars through the centuries, efforts to preserve the Walled City and revive its illustrious past are stronger than ever. Intramuros is now recognized as the History Town of the Philippines, a priceless treasure to be shared with the world.

Travel to Manila - Intramuros - Visa Requirements

Tours and Getting around Manila - Intramuros

• Kalesa - a horse-driven calash. you can find these in Fort Santiago. You may rent one with the driver acting as a tourist guide. Usually they wear green in color.

• By Foot - Walking in Intramuros especially in the walls is good.

Manila - Intramuros tourist attractions and sightseeing

Walls and fortifications

• Fort Santiago
• Puerta de Sta. Lucia
• Puerta del Parian and Ravellin del Parian
• Puerta Real and Ravellin de Real del Bagumbayan
• Baluartillo de San Jose and Reducto de San Pedro
• Postigo del Palacio
• Baluarte de San Diego
• Baluarte de San Andres
• Baluarte de San Gabriel
• Baluarte de San Francisco de Dilao
• Puerta Isabel II

Monuments and Plazas

• Plaza de Roma - A small plot of land which serves as the cathedral square for the Basilica Minore de Immaculada Concepcion

• Plaza Moriones - Located in front of Fort Santiago, it is where the Galeria de la Revolucion Filipina is situated.

• Plaza Mexico

• Estatua de Rey Carlos de España

• Estatua de Reina Isabela II de las Españas

Ruins

• Ayuntamiento de Manila
• Iglesia de Santo Domingo
• Iglesia de San Ignacio
• Intendencia de Manila

Buildings

• Palacio del Gobernador

Museums

• Bahay Tsinoy
• Casa Manila Museum
• San Agustin Museum

Churches

• Manila Catherdral Church [2]. Destroyed and rebuilt several times over, it is the seat of the Catholic Archdiocese of Manila and is one of the most important churches in the Philippines.
• San Agustin Church - The oldest stone church in the country and also a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

Manila - Intramuros city tours

• Golf - All travellers are welcome to play on the city's most picturesque golf course which was built over the moat that used to surround Intramuros' walls.

• Walk on the Walls

Learn

Manila - Intramuros souvenirs and shopping

Manila - Intramuros Restaurants: cheap, moderate and expensive

Splurge

• Ilustrado, 744 Calle Real del Palacio (General Luna Street), +632-527-3674 to 75 Fax No +632-527-2345, [3]. Fine dining in the heart of the walled city of Intramuros. Filipino and Spanish cuisine such as paella and rellenong bangus (stuffed milkfish).

Manila - Intramuros nightlife, bars, clubs and pubs

Manila - Intramuros cheap and luxurious hotels, youth hostels and lodging

Contact

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