Popular Vacations in Manila Philippines

Manila vacations are incomplete without shopping. Two of the largest malls in the world are here, as well as noisy, aromatic markets filled with local color. Try Greenbelt, Mall of Asia, Megamall, and Rockwell for air-conditioned browsing, or attempt to haggle in the lively street markets of Quiapo and Divisoria. Then retreat from the pressures of Manila travel in one of the city's fine bars and restaurants. Manila can be a very discombobulated place, for it is really just a collection of towns with no definable centre.

Manila is a city for going out; there is bound to be clubbing, karaoke, and art events going on somewhere at any hour. Kick back with a cocktail at the posh bars in Makati or The Fort; take in the bohemian vibe of Malate; and find some alternative entertainment at Cubao Exchange. Manila Memorial Park, the largest and the pioneer memorial park development in the Philippines. The park comes with manicured lawns, lakes and fountains. Its perpetual care is included when you purchase a lot at the park so you will never need to worry about maintenance. It is your best choice for the final resting place for your dearly departed loved ones.

Manila Memorial Park is the first to have a modern crematorium in the country. The walled Intramuros area was the traditional centre of Manila, but was mostly wiped out in WWII and has never recovered. Binondo, Quiapo, Ermita and Malate have never been more than a supporting cast for a star that doesn't exist. Still, you may well find lots of fun in Ermita and Malate, while Binondo and Quiapo have a certain raw energy and unique markets. And Intramuros is a good place to explore, just to find the bones of its past. The City of Manila, the Philippine capital, is on Luzon Island's western side along the shores of Manila Bay. It is one of the cities that comprise the seat of government in the country. The city is one of the most populated cities in the Philippines, which is home to more than 14 million people.

There are historical sites in the city, which date back to the Spanish era. A lot of these tourist attractions are found on the Manila Bay area. One very popular destination in the city is Intramuros. Intramuros was a walled Spanish settlement. Walking along the streets of Intramuros will give you a feel of what it used to be like living in the days of the Spanish colonial years. Rizal Park is a popular picnic site, bayside restaurants, a great place for early morning jogging or tai chi, or a night of classical music. The park is also a historic site since this is the location of the execution site of the country's national hero, Dr. Jose Rizal.