South Port District
District of Manila
National Capital Region - Philippines

Fort Santiago

Fort Santiago (Spanish: Fuerza de Santiago Tagalog: Moog ng Santiago) is a citadel first built by Spanish conquistador, Miguel López de Legazpi for the new established city of Manila in the Philippines. The defense fortress is part of the structures of the walled city of Manila referred to as Intramuros ("within the walls"). The fort is one of the most important historical sites in Manila. Several lives were lost in its prisons during the Spanish Colonial Period and World War II.

Located at 14.595, 120.969 (Lat. / Lng.), about 1 miles away.
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National Shrines of the Philippines, Spanish colonial period in the Philippines, Spanish colonial infrastructures in the Philippines, Spanish Colonial Fortifications of the Philippines, Landmarks in the Philippines, Forts in the Philippines, Visitor attractions in Manila

San Agustin Church, Manila

San Agustin Church is a Roman Catholic church under the auspices of The Order of St. Augustine, located inside the historic walled city of Intramuros in Manila. In 1993, San Agustin Church was one of four Philippine churches constructed during the Spanish colonial period to be designated as a World Heritage Site by UNESCO, under the collective title Baroque Churches of the Philippines. It was named a National Historical Landmark by the Philippine government in 1976.

Located at 14.5889, 120.975 (Lat. / Lng.), about 1 miles away.
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National Cultural Treasures of the Philippines, Religious buildings completed in 1607, Augustinian monasteries in the Philippines, World Heritage Sites in the Philippines, Roman Catholic churches in the Philippines, Baroque architecture in the Philippines, National Historical Landmarks of the Philippines, Landmarks in the Philippines, Churches in Manila, Spanish Colonial architecture in the Philippines, 17th-century Roman Catholic church buildings, Visitor attractions in Manila

Colegio de San Juan de Letran

The Colegio de San Juan de Letran, (CSJL, Filipino: Kolehiyo ng San Juan de Letran, colloquially, "Letran") is a private Roman Catholic institution of learning located in Intramuros, Manila, in the Philippines. The college was founded in 1620. Colegio de San Juan de Letran has the distinction of being the oldest college in the Philippines and the oldest secondary institution in Asia. It is owned and administered by the friars of the Order of Preachers of the Philippine Dominican Province.

Located at 14.5932, 120.977 (Lat. / Lng.), about 1 miles away.
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Colegio de San Juan de Letran, Spanish colonial infrastructures in the Philippines, Education in the Philippines, Education in Laguna (province), 1620 establishments

Rizal Park

Rizal Park, also known as Luneta Park or colloquially Luneta, is a historical urban park located in the heart of the city of Manila, Philippines, adjacent to the old walled city of Manila, now Intramuros. Since the Spanish Colonial Era, the park has been a favorite spot for unwinding, socializing, an urban oasis for family picnics on Sundays and holidays. It is one of the major tourist attractions of Manila.

Located at 14.5826, 120.979 (Lat. / Lng.), about 2 miles away.
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National squares, National Monuments of the Philippines, Landmarks in the Philippines, History of Manila, Culture of Manila, Visitor attractions in Manila

Rizal Shrine

The Rizal Shrine dedicated to the lifework of José Rizal is located on Santa Clara Street, Fort Santiago, Intramuros, Manila, 1002 Philippines. This is a fortified complex which houses the building the Philippines' national hero spent his last night and where his family later found concealed in an oil lamp, the famous poem Mi último adiós (My Last Farewell).

Located at 14.5944, 120.97 (Lat. / Lng.), about 1 miles away.
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National Shrines of the Philippines, Landmarks in the Philippines, Museums in Manila, History museums in the Philippines, Biographical museums

World Youth Day 1995

World Youth Day 1995 was a Catholic youth festival that took place from January 10–15, 1995 in Manila, Philippines. It was the first time for an Asian country to host the event. Pope John Paul II presided over the event, marking his second trip to the country as Pope, the first being in 1981. Youth pilgrims gathered from different parts of the world to worship together, learn of each other's cultures, and to talk amongst one another as "brothers and sisters.

Located at 14.5822, 120.978 (Lat. / Lng.), about 2 miles away.
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World Youth Day, 1995 in the Philippines, 1995 in religion

Battle of Manila (1945)

The Battle of Manila, also known as the Liberation of Manila, fought from 3 February to 3 March 1945 by American, Filipino and Japanese forces, was part of the 1945 Philippine campaign. The one-month battle, which culminated in a terrible bloodbath and total devastation of the city, was the scene of the worst urban fighting in the Pacific theater, and ended almost three years of Japanese military occupation in the Philippines (1942–1945).

Located at 14.5833, 120.967 (Lat. / Lng.), about 2 miles away.
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Conflicts in 1945, 1945 in the Philippines, Military history of the Philippines during World War II, South West Pacific theatre of World War II, Battles and operations of World War II involving the Philippines, Battles of World War II involving Japan, Battles of World War II involving the United States, World War II operations and battles of the Pacific Theatre, History of Manila, Urban warfare

National Commission for Culture and the Arts (Philippines)

The National Commission for Culture and the Arts of the Philippines is the official arts council for the Philippines.

Located at 14.5884, 120.976 (Lat. / Lng.), about 1 miles away.
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Arts councils, Arts in the Philippines

National Library of the Philippines

The National Library of the Philippines (Filipino: Pambansang Aklatan ng Pilipinas or Aklatang Pambansa ng Pilipinas, Spanish: Biblioteca Nacional de Filipinas, formerly the National Library of the Philippine Islands and abbreviated NLP) is the official national library of the Philippines. The complex is located in Ermita on a portion of Rizal Park facing T.M.

Located at 14.582, 120.981 (Lat. / Lng.), about 2 miles away.
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Libraries in the Philippines, National libraries, 1901 establishments in the Philippines, Libraries established in 1901, Library buildings completed in 1961, Deposit libraries

Baroque Churches of the Philippines

The Baroque Churches of the Philippines is the official designation to a collection of four Spanish-era churches in the Philippines, upon its inscription to the UNESCO World Heritage List in 2003. They are also one of the most treasured in the Country. The collection is composed of the following: San Agustin Church in Manila Santa Maria Church in Santa Maria, Ilocos Sur San Agustin Church in Paoay, Ilocos Norte Sto.

Located at 14.59, 120.97 (Lat. / Lng.), about 1 miles away.
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National Cultural Treasures of the Philippines, World Heritage Sites in the Philippines, Roman Catholic churches in the Philippines, Baroque architecture in the Philippines, Baroque churches

Museum of the Filipino People

The Museum of the Filipino People is a component museum of the National Museum of the Philippines that houses its Anthropology and Archaeology Divisions. It is located in the Agrifina Circle, Rizal Park, Manila adjacent to the main National Museum building which houses the Museum of the Filipino People. Said latter building formerly housed the Department of Finance.

Located at 14.5853, 120.981 (Lat. / Lng.), about 1 miles away.
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Museums in Manila, Neoclassical architecture in the Philippines, Archaeological museums, Anthropology museums

Pamantasan ng Lungsod ng Maynila, District Colleges

The District Colleges of the Pamantasan ng Lungsod ng Maynila was established in 2001 through the Memorandum of Agreement (MOA) between the Manila Mayor, the Department of Education Secretary, the PLM President, and the Superintendent of the Division of City Schools-Manila. The students and facilities of the District Colleges are housed in three existing public schools houses the students and facilities of the PLM District Colleges.

Located at 14.5868, 120.976 (Lat. / Lng.), about 1 miles away.
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Educational institutions established in 2001, Pamantasan ng Lungsod ng Maynila, Educational institutions in Manila, City-funded universities of Manila

Pamantasan ng Lungsod ng Maynila, Open University

The Open University of the Pamantasan ng Lungsod ng Maynila, headquartered at the Gusaling Don Pepe Atienza at Intramuros, Manila, has operated a continuing education program for working adults and professionals in its partner institutions and agencies in and out of the country. It is designed to provide higher education and improved qualifications to individuals who are unable to take advantage of traditional modes of education because of personal and professional responsibilities.

Located at 14.5868, 120.976 (Lat. / Lng.), about 1 miles away.
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Pamantasan ng Lungsod ng Maynila, Distance education in the Philippines, City-funded universities of Manila

Bahay Tsinoy

The Bahay Tsinoy (literally Chinese-Filipino House) is a museum located in the Intramuros (Old Walled City) section of Manila. Housed within the Kaisa-Angelo King Heritage Center building, the museum documents the history, lives and contributions of the Chinese in the Philippine life and history. The museum was designed by Eva Penamora in collaboration with the late architect Honrado Fernandez in 1996, and completed and inaugurated in 1999. Kaisa Para sa Kaunlaran, Inc.

Located at 14.5908, 120.975 (Lat. / Lng.), about 1 miles away.
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Museums in Manila, Ethnic museums, Art museums and galleries in the Philippines, Manila, Heritage Houses in the Philippines, Historic house museums in the Philippines, Houses in the Philippines, Landmarks in the Philippines, Museums in the Philippines, National Cultural Treasures of the Philippines, National museums, Natural history museums, Neoclassical architecture in the Philippines, Spanish colonial period in the Philippines

Architecture of the Philippines

The architecture of the Philippines is a reflection of the history and heritage of the country. The most prominent historic constructions in the archipelago are from the Spanish, Japanese, Malay, Hindu, Chinese, and American cultures. The pre-colonial architecture of the Philippines consisted of the Nipa hut made from natural materials but there are some traces of large-scale construction before the Spanish colonizers came but not well documented.

Located at 14.5889, 120.975 (Lat. / Lng.), about 1 miles away.
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Philippine architecture

Manila Hotel

The Manila Hotel is a 570-room, five star hotel in Manila, Philippines, located in the heart of the Manila Bay area. The Manila Hotel is the oldest premiere hotel in the Philippines, built in 1909 to rival Malacañan Palace, the official residence of the President of the Philippines, and opened in 1912. It was built on an area of 35,000 square metres along Roxas Boulevard. It was the residence of General Douglas MacArthur from 1935 to 1941.

Located at 14.5832, 120.974 (Lat. / Lng.), about 2 miles away.
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Hotels in Manila, Buildings and structures in Manila, Landmarks in the Philippines, Hotel buildings completed in 1912, Heritage Houses in the Philippines, Neoclassical architecture in the Philippines, Spanish Colonial architecture in the Philippines

Manila Ocean Park

The Manila Ocean Park is an oceanarium in Manila, Philippines. It is owned by China Oceanis Philippines Inc. , a subsidiary of China Oceanis Inc. , a Singaporean-registered firm that has operated four oceanariums in China. It is located behind the Quirino Grandstand at Rizal Park. It opened on March 1, 2008. In terms of floor space, the 8,000 square metres oceanarium is larger than the Sentosa Underwater World oceanarium in Singapore, and features a 25-metre underwater acrylic tunnel.

Located at 14.5793, 120.972 (Lat. / Lng.), about 2 miles away.
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Buildings and structures in Manila, Aquaria in the Philippines, Visitor attractions in Manila

Rizal Monument

The Rizal Monument is a memorial monument in Rizal Park in Manila, Philippines built to commemorate the Filipino nationalist, José Rizal. The mausoleum consists of a standing bronze sculpture of the martyr, with an obelisk as his backdrop, set on a pedestal upon which his remains are interred. A plaque on the pedestal front reads: "To the memory of José Rizal, patriot and martyr, executed on Bagumbayan Field December Thirtieth 1896.

Located at 14.5817, 120.977 (Lat. / Lng.), about 2 miles away.
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National Monuments of the Philippines, Monuments and memorials in the Philippines

Manila Cathedral

The Manila Metropolitan Cathedral-Basilica, officially known as the Cathedral-Basilica of the Immaculate Conception and informally as Manila Cathedral, is a prominent Latin Rite Roman Catholic basilica located in Manila, Philippines, honoring the Blessed Virgin Mary as Our Lady of the Immaculate Conception, the Principal Patroness of the Philippines.

Located at 14.5915, 120.974 (Lat. / Lng.), about 1 miles away.
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Basilica churches in Asia, Roman Catholic churches in the Philippines, Roman Catholic cathedrals in the Philippines, Churches in Manila, Romanesque Revival architecture, Visitor attractions in Manila

Battle of Manila (1571)

The Battle of Manilla (1570) was fought in Manila between the native Filipinos led by Raja Soliman (III) and the Spaniards led by Martin de Goiti, Maestro de Campo on May 24, 1570. The forces under Goiti were victorious and as a result Manila became a capital of the Philippines.

Located at 14.5833, 120.967 (Lat. / Lng.), about 2 miles away.
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Battles involving the Philippines, Battles involving Spain

Manila hostage crisis

The Manila hostage crisis, officially known as the Rizal Park hostage-taking incident, occurred when a dismissed Philippine National Police officer took over a tourist bus in Rizal Park, Manila, Philippines on August 23, 2010. Disgruntled former senior inspector Rolando Mendoza of the Manila Police District (MPD) hijacked a tourist bus carrying 25 people (20 tourists and a tour guide from Hong Kong, and four Filipinos) in an attempt to get his job back.

Located at 14.581, 120.975 (Lat. / Lng.), about 2 miles away.
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2010 in the Philippines, 2010 in Hong Kong, Mass murder in 2010, Crime in the Philippines, History of Manila, Hostage taking, Philippine National Police, Deaths by firearm in the Philippines, 2010 crimes, Filmed deaths, Diplomatic incidents

Caloocan Cathedral

Caloocan Cathedral, known canonically as San Roque Cathedral, is the cathedral of the Roman Catholic Diocese of Caloocan, located near the intersection of 10th Avenue and A. Mabini Street in Caloocan City, Philippines.. The current rector is the Most Reverend Deogracias S. Iñiguez, Jr. , DD. , who also serves as the bishop of the diocese. parochial vicar is the 'Reverend Elpidio "Jun" Erlano, Jr. Monsignor Boanerges "Ben" A.

Located at 14.5858, 120.973 (Lat. / Lng.), about 1 miles away.
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Roman Catholic cathedrals in the Philippines, Religious buildings completed in 1981, Roman Catholic churches completed in the 1980s

Roman Catholic Diocese of Kalookan

The Roman Catholic Diocese of Kaloocan is a Diocese of the Catholic Church in the Philippines. The Diocese was erected in 2003 from its ecclesiatical province, the Archdiocese of Manila. The diocese comprises the cities of Caloocan - South, Malabon, and Navotas. As of 2013 its bishop was Deogracias Iñiguez Jr. , the Parish Priest and Rector of San Roque Cathedral Parish, and the Vicar General was Alex V.

Located at 14.5858, 120.973 (Lat. / Lng.), about 1 miles away.
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Roman Catholic dioceses in the Philippines, Religious organizations established in 2003, Roman Catholic dioceses and prelatures established in the 21st century

National Archives of the Philippines

The National Archives of the Philippines (Filipino: Pambansang Sinupan ng Pilipinas, Spanish: Archivo Nacional de Filipinas) is an agency of the Republic of the Philippines mandated to collect, store, preserve and make available, archival records of the Government and other primary sources pertaining to the history and development of the Country.

Located at 14.582, 120.981 (Lat. / Lng.), about 2 miles away.
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National archives

Plaza de Roma

Plaza de Roma, also known as Plaza Roma, is one of two major public squares in Intramuros, Manila. It is bounded by Andres Soriano Avenue (formerly Calle Aduana) to the north, Cabildo Street to the east, Santo Tomas Street to the south, and General Antonio Luna Street (formerly Calle Real del Palacio) to the west. The plaza is considered the center of Intramuros.

Located at 14.5921, 120.973 (Lat. / Lng.), about 1 miles away.
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Plazas in the Philippines, Landmarks in the Philippines, Visitor attractions in Manila