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Home to more than 15 million people, Manila as the capital city of the Philippines remains one of the busiest, most crowded, and most active urban areas.
THE City of Manila on its 454th founding anniversary today, June 24, 2025, celebrates its history and heritage as the nation's capital and one of Southeast Asia's oldest and most enduring cities.
THE City of Manila proudly marks its 454th founding anniversary this June with a month-long celebration of heritage, unity, and public service, led by Mayor Honey Lacuna—Manila’s first woman ...
Malacañang has declared Tuesday, June 24, 2025 as a special non-working day in the City of Manila. The declaration was made through Proclamation 925 approved by President Ferdinand "Bongbong ...
Photo / 123RF Two days in Manila is not a long time to see the sights of this dazzling, energetic, frenetic capital of the Philippines, writes Helen Van Berkel. But cram in the sights we did.
2025 Philippine local election Manila’s heritage buildings: Which candidate can save, protect the old city? May 6, 2025 7:00 AM PHT James Patrick Cruz INFO ...
Manila has become a leading destination for budget-conscious casino tourists, with high-end gaming experiences at lower costs compared to Las Vegas, industry analysts say. As global travel rebounds, ...
Manila is a city where heritage meets the high life. iStock_kieferpix Manila, the Philippines’ bustling capital, offers a unique mix of rich history, vibrant culture and modern luxury. In fact ...
The Philippine capital is the latest city to address rampant plastic pollution through a community-guided protocol.
In terms of its urban planning, the Historic Centre of Manila is comparable with Jaipur City, Rajasthan. Intramuros, however, provides another layer to the history of walled cities by embodying the ...
MANILA – The historic city hall of Manila is now considered as one of the country's important cultural properties (Mahalagang Yamang Pangkalinangan) following the declaration of the National Museum of ...
The recent blaze at the Manila Central Post Office highlighted the challenges in keeping the depredations of time and private commercial interests at bay.