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NAME
Intramuros
COUNTRY
Philippines
ADDRESS
Manila, Phillippines

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About Intramuros
Intramuros is an area covered by historic walls located in Manila city of Philippines. The area covered by the site is 0.67 square kilometer. The walls were founded in June 1571 on the order of Miguel López de Legazpi. It was under Spanish control until 1898 and now is managed by Intramuros Administration. The area became a National Historical Landmark in the year 1951. It is a home to many popular historic places and government offices. The site could be visited anytime of the day.
How To Reach Intramuros
You can reach the site with the help of light-rail transit in which you have to get off at Central Terminal Station. From this station Manila City Hall is just at five minute walking distance. You can also reach Manila City Hall via bus. The pedestrian route is available for the Victoria Street from this street you have to turn right for the destination. The buses that leave to Victoria Street are also available.

Some Lesser Known Facts About Intramuros

  • Visitors are advised to wear comfortable clothes and don't wear expensive jewelry to make your trip really enjoyable as well as to avoid any inconvenience. Locals are helpful. You can take their advice if you have difficulty in finding anything or any other problem.
  • The site has religious and educational importance. The University of Santo Tomas which is considered the oldest university in Asia and the Ateneo de Manila was located here.
    The site has religious and educational importance. The University of Santo Tomas which is considered the oldest university in Asia and the Ateneo de M
  • San Agustin Church which is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and the popular fortress Fort Santiago are also situated with the walls of this site.
    San Agustin Church which is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and the popular fortress Fort Santiago are also situated with the walls of this site.
  • Not only the area is popular due to historical sites, but it is also preferred by the visitors due to the existence of a golf course inside the area of the wall.
    Not only the area is popular due to historical sites, but it is also preferred by the visitors due to the existence of a golf course inside the area o
  • The perpendicular and the parallel streets which intersecting each other also attract the attention of the visitors.
  • The area suffered severe damage at the Battle of Manila in the year 1945. Eight churches of the site were destroyed due to heavy artillery. Also, houses, walls, and government buildings of the Spanish colonial rule were destructed in the battle.

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