how do you find MANILA?

Question

i find manila rich and vibrant..how do you?

Answer 1

Being the seat of the Spanish colonial government in past centuries, Manila has been used as the base of numerous Roman Catholic missions to the Philippines. Among the religious orders that have gone to the Philippines include the Dominicans, the Jesuits, the Franciscans, and the Augustinians (which includes the Recollects).
Manila Cathedral.
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Manila Cathedral.

Intramuros is currently the seat of the Archdiocese of Manila, one of the oldest archdioceses in the country. The archdiocese's offices is located in the Manila Cathedral (Minor Basilica of the Immaculate Conception) in Intramuros.
Interior of San Agustin Cathedral, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
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Interior of San Agustin Cathedral, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

Other notable churches and cathedrals in the city include San Agustin Church in Intramuros, a UN World Heritage Site is a favorite wedding place of notable people and one of two fully air-conditioned churches in the city; Quiapo Church, also known as the Minor Basilica of the Black Nazarene, site of the annual January Black Nazarene procession; Binondo Church, also known as Minor Basilica of St. Lorenzo Ruiz; Malate Church (Our Lady of Remedios Church); and San Sebastian Church or the Minor Basilica of San Sebastian, the only all-steel church in Gothic style in Asia. Many of the other districts of Manila have their own notable churches.
Other faiths

The Quiapo district is home to a sizable Muslim population in Manila, and The Golden Mosque is located there. In Ermita is a large Hindu temple for the Indian population, while on U.N. Avenue, there is a Sikh Temple. In Malate, along Quirino Avenue, there once was a synagogue for the small Jewish community in the Philippines. (See Jews in the Philippines.)
Education and culture
The Cultural Center of the Philippines
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The Cultural Center of the Philippines

Manila is home to majority of the colleges and universities in Metro Manila. The University Belt or U-Belt, informally located in the districts of Malate, Ermita, Intramuros, Paco, San Miquel, Quiapo, and Sampaloc is the colloquial term for the high number of institutions of higher education that are located in the city. Among them are De La Salle University-Manila, the University of the Philippines - Manila, and the University of Santo Tomas. Other notable institutions include the Colegio de San Juan de Letran, the Far Eastern University, the Mapua Institute of Technology, San Beda College, St. Paul University Manila, the city-owned Pamantasan ng Lungsod ng Maynila, the Polytechnic University of the Philippines, and the University of the East. Manila is also home to several popular basic education institutions and science high schools.

Answer 2

I am a Filipina and am proud to be one. I've been to several places in my native land...I can say that there are other cities more beautiful than Manila like Cebu or Davao. I've been in Manila countless of times though I don't live there.

I am not being hypocritical so I'd say Manila is not really a nice city for me. It's dirty for the most part and polluted wherever you may go. There's trash everywhere, sidewalk vendors, stinky garbage, traffic. Even in Makati, the business central district. Hell, I couldn't walk even in the most sophisticated mall in there for the fear of getting my celfone stolen (for the nth time!)

I'm not talking generalization here so people, get real. Filipinos know what I am talking about and they probably do what I do too. They always keep an eye in their valuables and hold a good grip of their purses when they're walking because someone might mug or snatch them. But Philippines is not that bad. People are friendly and hospitable. In fact, I can say that Filipinos are intelligent, witty, and very talented but most of the times, lazy...

Answer 3

Manila is the Capital of Philippines. And yes, Philippines is rich and vibrant. It was gifted with rich natural resources, friendly and warm people.

Contrary to some travel advisory, it is pretty safe to go and visit. It is commonly exaggeration of media that makes it look bad. Of course you have to stay in areas that is tourist friendly. Some places are not really advisable to visit. Check with the Philippine Department of Tourism and they will give you all information needed.

Answer 4

I find Manila to be overcrowded, dirty and expensive. There are much nicer places in the Philippines to visit/live. I avoid Manila as much as possible.

Answer 5

funny how some people misunderstood your question. manila is great, people just look down on it because they judge it based on first impressions. if you think it is great now, google carlos celdran, go to his site and try to join one of his tours. you'll love manila even more. but that is if you like history. if you don't then party and shop til you drop...manila is one of the best places in the world for that.

Answer 6

How do I find Manila?
I think I have to go to Philippines.

Answer 7

Manila is a superficial testament of Pinoys.

Answer 8

hmm.. manila you say? it's kind da polluted in here because of the jeepneys along the street. but if you will look in other places like malls, or beaches.. yeah manila is the best place for me..

Answer 9

yes it is great if only the Philipines is considered but if we compare it to other major cities around the world or in Asia alone, it is not really that great that it needs a lot of development, major cleaning, discipline and everything...

It can be great in some aspects like nightlife, shopping or malling, job oportunities, and at some points, education.

To a Filipino, it can be great.

Answer 10

It's best to make reservation. Check out air philippines also. They have pretty decent rates. Personally, I prefer Philippine Airlines.The flight to Palawan is approx. 1hour 15min. Have fun!!