Is also the home of the performing artists in the

country. And Manila is a major hub for cultural

MANILA events and it houses many museums, theatres
and art centres. The city hosts a plethora of
events revolving around music, movies, art or
traditional holidays. 
SOME FAMOUS LOCATION ARE:

Luneta Park Cultural Center of the

Philippines
 National Museum of

Natural History

Intramuro
s
People And Religion
The Filipino is basically of Malay
stock with a sprinkling of Chinese,
American, Spanish, and Arab blood. The
Philippines has a population of 76.5
million as of May 2000, and it is hard to
distinguish accurately the lines
between stocks. From a long history of
Western colonial rule, interspersed with
the visits of merchants and traders,
evolved a people of a unique blend of
east and west, both in appearance and
culture.
The Filipino character is actually a little bit of all the cultures put together. The
bayanihan or spirit of kinship and camaraderie that Filipinos are famous for is
said to be taken from Malay forefathers. The close family relations are said to
have been inherited from the Chinese. The piousness comes from the Spaniards
who introduced Christianity in the 16th century. Hospitality is a common
denominator in the Filipino character and this is what distinguishes the Filipino.
Filipinos are probably one of the few, if not the only, English-proficient Oriental
people today. Pilipino is the official national language, with English considered
as the country's unofficial one.
The Filipinos are divided geographically and culturally into regions, and
each regional group is recognizable by distinct traits and dialects - the
sturdy and frugal llocanos of the north, the industrious Tagalogs of the
central plains, the carefree Visayans from the central islands, and the
colorful tribesmen and religious Moslems of Mindanao. Tribal communities
can be found scattered across the archipelago. The Philippines has more
than 111 dialects spoken, owing to the subdivisions of these basic
regional
The and cultural
Spaniards groups.
introduced Christianity (the Roman Catholic faith) and
succeeded in converting the overwhelming majority of Filipinos. At least
83% of the total population belongs to the Roman Catholic faith. The
American occupation was responsible for teaching the Filipino people
the English language. The Philippines is currently the third-largest
English speaking country in the world.
Christianity was introduced as early as the 16th century with the
coming of Ferdinand Magellan in 1521.
Two Filipino independent churches were organized at the turn
of the century and are prominent today. These are the Aglipay
(Philippine Independent Church) and the Iglesia Ni Kristo
(Church of Christ) founded in 1902 and 1914, respectively.
Recently the Aglipay signed a covenant with the Anglican
Church. The Iglesia ni Kristo has expanded its membership
considerably. Its churches, with their unique towering
architecture, are landmarks in almost all important towns,
The
Climate
Manila- is very fortunate because it is sheltered from
extreme weather conditions.
•Hills of the Sierra Madre & Mountains of the Bataan
Peninsula- serve as the wall of the city from typhoons
coming from the Pacific.
•Tropical climate- is characterized by wet season that
last for June to November and dry season lasting
from December to May.
•Manila areas are mostly submerged underwater
during rainy season.
•The average annual rainfall totals about 80 inches
(about 2,000 mm)
•There is little monthly variation from the mean
annual temperature, which is in the low 80s F (about
27*C
Average minimum and maximum temperature over the year
The monthly mean minimum and maximum daily temperature. 
Show in Fahrenheit

Average monthly hours of sunshine over the year

This is the monthly total of sunhours
Average monthly rainy days over the year
This is the number of days each month with rain, snow, hail etc.
Economy of the
City
Manila is the home of various fast food chains like Jollibee and
McDonald and famous restaurants like Max’s Chicken House and
Aristocrat and to government coffers are hotels offering international
cuisines
Manila: The land of many opportunities

That’s because being the country’s capital city, and the center
of trade and commerce, many investors and business owners
put their companies in Manila. Other people also go to Manila
to study and, in turn, increase their potential for employment
or business ventures. Despite being densely populated, with
more and more promise visiting and staying in the city, the
capital is still full of opportunities that are waiting to be
discovered.
Business and manufacturing

Business areas in Manila are

widespread, the districts to the north
of the river—especially along the bay
and in the city’s west central region—
constitute the chief centers of trade
and commerce. The diverse
manufacturing activities of Manila,
which Filipinos from the provinces
would like to engage in, including
textile production, publishing and
printing, food and tobacco processing,
and chemical processing. Manila also
produces lumber and wood items,
rope and cordage, soap and other
goods. Factories generally are small
and,  mostly, in the congested
districts of Tondo, Binondo, and Santa
Cruz. while heavy industries are in the
districts of Paco, Pandacan and Santa
Ana.
Manila is the center of trade and
finance
Trade flourishes within the metropolitan area and between the city
and the provinces and other countries. Most of the Philippines’
imports and exports pass through the port of Manila. Financial
institutions headquartered in Manila include such establishments
as the Development Bank of the Philippines, the Philippine
National Bank, the Philippine Veterans Bank, the Government
Service Insurance System, the Social Security System, and many
private commercial and developmental banks. Private insurance
companies and the Philippine Stock Exchange also contribute to
the mobilization of savings for investment.
Indeed, the city is the economic, administrative,
and social center of the nation. Manila city
generates nearly half the country’s total Gross
Domestic Product(GDP). It has a vita seaport in
the country and it has elegant business districts.
However, in spite of affluent people inhabited
Manila, there are still slums and shanty towns.
Besides, the economic growth in Manila has
brought with it challenges such as
overpopulations, drug use and crime, pollution
and traffic congestions, lastly overpopulation.
City’s Transportation
Public transportation in and around Manila is provided principally by
buses,jeepneys,kuliglig,
e-trikes,kalesa and taxis. Metro Manila exists in a state of heavy traffic congestion, with
people and goods trapped by the very transportation system that is supposed to move
them quickly and efficiently.  Because of the insufficient public transportation network,
car ownership has risen dramatically, contributing further to the congestion that occurs
at all times of day on the road. Filipinos view cars as tools to get them to where they
need to go; they also believe that their car is an important symbol of the success they
have achieved
Land motor in life.
vehicles
A 2019 Asian Development Bank (ADB) study reported that Metro Manila
is the "most congested city" out of 278 cities in developing Asia.As of
August 2019, the Land Transportation Office reported that the National
Capital Region accounted for the largest number of registered motor
vehicles at 1,644,932. Coming second is its neighboring Region IV-A, with
880,168. These two alone account for almost 40% of the total 6,783,696
registered
Trains vehicles nationwide.
Metro Manila has 4 operational railway systems: Light Rail Transit
(LRT) lines 1 and 2, the Metro Rail Transit 3 (MRT), and the
Philippine National Railways (PNR).
LRT1 has been operational for 35 years; MRT, 20 years; and LRT2,
16 years. Meanwhile, the PNR first began operations in 1891 
Riding Manila's LRT and MRT Railway
Systems
A single shuttle bus links NAIA
Terminal 3 with the Pasay interchange
(location on Google Maps) connecting
Manila's two main light rail lines, the
MRT and the LRT (further divided into
lines 1 and 2). Riding the rails can be
fun if you strictly avoid riding during
weekday rush hours (7 am to 9 am; 5
pm to 9 pm), when each train car
transforms into a seething mass of
tightly
Ridingpacked
Busespeople.
and Jeepneys in
Manila
Air-conditioned and regular non-
aircon buses cover many major
routes throughout Metro Manila
and outward. These buses are
mostly used by local commuters to
get to and from work.
Designs of Houses and Buildings in Manila
From the late 19th Century until shortly before the war,
Manila was called the “Paris of the East” and the “Pearl of the
Orient.” Under the Spanish rule, the city thrived as the gateway
of European nations to their trading partners in Asia. At some
point, it was even called “The Most Beautiful City in the Far East,”
attracting European migrants, like Germans, Spaniards,
Americans, British, French, and Russians. Stylish Art Deco
buildings lined up the streets like a picture-perfect dream. At
present, modern buildings including multi-storied commercial
houses or condominiums are commonly made of reinforced
concrete and hollow cements blocks that can stand even strong
earthquakes.
In the onset of the 19th century, Manila’s urban allure was
comparable to Paris- the world’s global hub for fashion, art,
culture, and gastronomical treats. It was endowed with a
multitude of classically designed buildings. And surrounding the
sea of people, who sport a unique sense of self-expression, are
long lines of jewelry stalls, food stalls, and fashion outlets. Even
the major thoroughfares are unrecognizable.
Manila Post Office
The Manila post office was modeled
after the neoclassical aesthetic
movement evident by its naturalist
ornaments and baroque attributes. It
was strategically placed at the foot
of Jones Bridge to boost accessibility
and to provide a more convenient
way to distribute mail to various
parts of the city.
Manila city hall
Manila city hall is located in the
historic area of Ermita, Manila.It
stands at the heart of the city
flaunting its elegant curves and
classical form. Its clock tower is
considered to be the biggest in the
Philippines. Ultimately, the Manila
city hall is an unmissable piece of
architectural ingenuity that’s
EDSA-Guadalupe
With its elegant curves and burst of
colors, EDSA-Guadalupe is
reminiscent of Paris’ romantic
sceneries. The gentle yet striking
imagery elicits something similar
to the cinematography of famous
Parisian movies.

Lawton, Manila
Now known as Liwasang
Bonifacio, Plaza Lawton was a
place colorful place rich in
culture and people. Then, it was
considered as a transport hub
where “Kalesas” dominated the
thoroughfares in flocks of
different designs and aesthetic.
Quiapo, Manila
Quiapo was considered the center of
trade, fashion, art and higher
learning for Manila’s elites. Its
strategic placement made it a
melting pot of commerce and
economic activity. It houses the
Quiapo church wherein the Feast of
the Black Nazarene is
commemorated by millions of
Filipinos every year.

The Roxas Boulevard

The Roxas Boulevard was once a
popular tourist spot for foreigners
and Filipinos alike. Just beside the
Manila Bay, it’s the perfect spot to
cool down on hot summer days.
Embellished with rich and colorful
flora, people can really feel one with
nature without leaving the city.
Aside from this, Roxas Boulevard is
also known for its beautiful sunsets.
 Jones Bridge (then Bridge of
Spain) overlooking Pasig River
Before industrialization kicked in,
Jones Bridge looked like a scene cut
out from a romantic film. It was a spot
that fostered trade and commerce,
connecting Binondo to Rosario Street.
It was patterned after Paris’ bridges
with Napoleonic and Haussman era
influences.

Manila is a great city and a mystic place for

many residents and tourists alike. Despite its
noise and some tragic stories and tales, it
remains a home for many Filipino who dream
of good fortunes and life. Manila is a living
witness of the past centuries.
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