Importance Of Tourism In The Philippines

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Manila
Manila – Places of Interest
1. Intramuros: Possibly the oldest area of Manila, Intramuros is a walled city that was founded by the Spanish in the 16th century. Replete with old, colonial-style buildings and some of the city’s heritage structures, Intramuros is one of the foremost tourist spots in Manila. Important landmarks including Fort Santiago, St Agustin Church and Casa Manila are located within the walls of Intramuros. Over the centuries, wars have affected Intramuros but most of the monuments have survived or been restored. Compared to the rest of Manila, which is either concrete or shanties, walking into Intramuros is like enjoying a piece of Europe.

2. Fort Santiago: Located within Intramuros, Fort Santiago is a defense …show more content…

St Agustin Church: The oldest church in the Philippines, St Agustin Church is a Roman Catholic Church situated within the walled city of Intramuros. The church was built by the Spanish during their rule and has been rebuilt and restored a number of times over the centuries. The first time it was reconstructed in stone from wood and later due to the major earthquake that hit Philippines and during World War II. In fact, during World War II, the church was turned into a concentration camp for prisoners of war. The most recent renovation was in 2013 when the colors on the façade were changed.

4. Rizal Park: Located near the Manila Bay, Rizal Park is one of the city’s most popular tourist attractions. One of the most beautiful and open areas of Manila, a number of well-maintained gardens, fountains, small ponds, walkways and lots of greenery make up Rizal Park. The park is named after Filipino national hero Dr Jose Rizal, who was executed by the Spanish. The park covers over 140 acres of land and was established in the first part of the 19th century. Starting out as just marsh land, the park today hosts a number of events, attracting many visitors. It’s a must-visit in the …show more content…

National Museum: Owned and run by the Philippines government, the National Museum in Manila is a scientific, cultural and educational center, which is also a popular tourist attraction. The National Museum of Natural History, the National Museum of Fine Arts, the National Museum of Anthropology and the National Museum of Fine Arts are all operated under the umbrella of the National Museum. They are all located within close proximity of each other near the Rizal Park, so a museum tour in this region is highly recommended. The museum was established in 1901 and houses various collections of archaeological, anthropological and artistic objects, among others.

10. Malate Church: Another one of Manila’s beautiful Catholic churches, Malate Church is a stunning structure built in the baroque style of architecture. Officially, it is known as Our Lady of Remedies Parish Church and was first consecrated in the late 16th century. The main statue in the church is of Virgin Mary which was brought by the colonial rulers from Spain back in 1624. The church was destroyed first by the 17th century earthquake and then by the British when they took over Manila. Many restorations and renovations have ended in the church looking fairly different from what it started out

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