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Metropolitan Manila encompasses six cities and 12 towns. Located on Manila Bay in the South China Sea, and bisected by the Pasig River, the capital of the Philippines is historic and modern, rich and poor. A popular sight is the walled area called Intramuros. The capital during Spanish colonization, Intramuros has retained old dungeons and gunpowder rooms but added art galleries and theaters. The city is filled with museums, shops, parks and churches, plus enough nightlife to last until dawn.
Best fare found from Philadelphia to Manila: $879

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58 Things to Do

181 Restaurants

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Dec 27, 2009

This is a review of your transportation options upon arrival to Manila: I had reservations at the Mandarin Oriental hotel and needed transportation. The security guard recommended checking the car...more

Lotus Garden Hotel

4 of 5 stars
singapore
Dec 26, 2009

The hotel is cheap,nice room.If u just need some place to stay for few days the best hotel to stay.middle of the cities,shopping centre & bars are walking distance. more

Bayview Park Hotel

3 of 5 stars
Townsville
Dec 26, 2009

I am a current guest in Bayview Park Hotel. Though I am already in my country I still felt discriminated. The people at the gate of this hotel greet my husband only as we walk in and out of the...more

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