Manila is the capital of Philippines and is regarded as a “Gamma” global city. Manila is a thriving city with huge towers and a few colonial buildings. Though much part of the city was destroyed due to World War II bombing, yet the city holds the charm to attract many tourists. Manila City has lot to offer and if you stop by here for vacation. The name Manila is taken from the word “Maynilad.” The name is supposedly taken from the word ‘nila,” a plant grown in the marshy shores of the bay. However, the official name of Manila was Seludong/ Selurung under the Malay aristocracy.
The city is settled on the top of the centuries of pre-historic alluvial deposit. The city was planned during the Spanish Era. The Intramuros, which was built in the Spanish Era is one of the oldest walled cities in the Far East. The wall was constructed by Spanish Jesuit missionaries as a protection against Chinese pirates and natives.
Apart from American fastfood chains, in Manila you can also take the pleasure to enjoy Filipino food. You can also find many street vendors selling food but they are not hygienic enough.
Manila is the hub of Asian and Latin culture. The attractions will definitely will impress you with the evolving culture of the city and in the markets of Manila, you will surely find articles which the impression of both Latin and Asian culture.
Explore Manila and the evolving culture of the city.
The city is settled on the top of the centuries of pre-historic alluvial deposit. The city was planned during the Spanish Era. The Intramuros, which was built in the Spanish Era is one of the oldest walled cities in the 
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