Old Charms of Manila

Manila may not be always on my list when I travel but because of the heavy storm that hit the city last week, I had a chance to rediscover what the capital has to offer and take down memory lane of this great Asian city.

My first stop was in Binondo Church, famous for the catholic feast celebrations as well as some shooting for telenovelas and movies in television. In front of the church, I noticed some old people that do fortune telling. I found a very old lady that reads  my palm and does the tarot card tricks and amazingly, 80% of what the lady said is true. 

After Binondo, I went to Intramuros. The first time I visited this place was when I was 5 years old. I never thought that Manila has this rich history. Intramuros is also called the Walled City as in literally. It was used by the Spaniards to control the people and to protect from outside invaders.  

The best way to tour around Intramuros is through a Calesa or the horse carriage, the main transporation during Spanish times. It is still evident in this place old spanish buildings.

 Just 3 minute calesa ride from Intramuros is Luneta Park, perhaps the most popular park in the country because Jose Rizal, our national hero was killed here.

Colorful Philippine flags are displayed in the park.

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