Exploring Manila: A Tourist’s Guide

Manila, the capital city of the Philippines, is a vibrant mix of modernity and history, culture, and cuisine. Here are some must-visit attractions and activities for tourists:

1. Rizal Park (Luneta Park)

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2. Intramuros

[Intramuros](data:image/svg+xml,%3Csvg xmlns’http://www.w3.org/2000/svg' width'24’ height'24’ viewBox'0 0 24 24’ fill’none’ stroke’currentColor’ stroke-width'2’ stroke-linecap’round’ stroke-linejoin’round’%3E%3Crect x'12’ y'6’ width'12’ height'12’ rx'2’/%3E%3Cpath d’M6 18H4a2 2 0 0 0-2 2v2a2 2 0 0 0 2 2h16a2 2 0 0 0 2-2v-2a2 2 0 0 0-2-2H6zm14.586-13.294C15.767 4.336 14.13 3 12 3c-2.213 0-4.164 1.49-5.69 3.502M6 20h16v-2H6v2zm’/%3E%3C/svg%3E) is a historic walled city within Manila, housing several historical sites like San Agustin Church, Fort Santiago, and Casa Manila.

3. Mall of Asia (MOA)

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4. Greenhills Shopping Center

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5. Food Trips

Manila is a food lover’s paradise! Don’t miss out on trying Filipino dishes like Adobo, Lechon, Lumpia, and Halo-Halo. You can find these in various restaurants, street food stalls, and night markets around the city.

6. Cultural Shows

Experience the Philippines’ rich culture through performances at Solaire Resort & Casino or CCP (Cultural Center of the Philippines). These shows often feature traditional Filipino music and dance.