#Manila
Articles tagged with «Manila».
Anda Circle and the Anda Monument
History and infrastructure of the Anda Monument and Anda Circle interchange in Manila, Philippines.
Isla de Convalecencia: River Island and Hospicio de San José
Small river island in Pasig River, Manila, home to Hospicio de San José and Philippine Coast Guard detachment.
Mendiola Street: Route, Protests and Political History in Manila
Mendiola Street in Manila is a historic thoroughfare leading to Malacañang Palace, known for major political protests and massacades.
Remedios Circle: History, Nightlife and Urban Role in Malate
Remedios Circle in Malate, Manila: history from cemetery to nightlife hub, LGBTQ+ cruising spot, and cultural significance.
Adamson University: History, Academics and Alumni
Profile of Adamson University in Manila, a private Catholic institution founded in 1932 with autonomous status and notable alumni.
Tutuban Center: Heritage, Transit and Commercial Development
Tutuban Center is a shopping complex and transit hub in Manila, featuring the historic 1887 PNR station and planned railway interchange.
Flag Act (Philippines): Act No. 1696 and the Ban on National Symbols
Act No. 1696 of 1907 banned the Philippine flag and Katipunan symbols under American rule until its repeal in 1919.
Nicknames of Manila: Historical Monikers and Cultural Identity
Explore the history and meaning behind Manila's nicknames, from Pearl of the Orient to Capital of Fun.
Adamson Lady Falcons volleyball
The Adamson Lady Falcons are the women's collegiate varsity volleyball team of Adamson University in Manila, competing in the UAAP.
Mendiola Consortium: Educational Alliance in Manila
The Mendiola Consortium is an educational alliance of five Manila institutions founded in 1974 to enhance quality education and public servi...
Historic houses in Santa Ana, Manila
Explore the surviving ancestral houses in Santa Ana, Manila, the only district spared from WWII destruction.
Nagtahan Link Bridge: Infrastructure and Connectivity in Manila
Overview of the Nagtahan Link Bridge system in Manila, connecting Paco and Santa Mesa over the Pasig River.
University of the Philippines Manila College of Arts and Sciences
Profile of UP Manila's College of Arts and Sciences, its history, departments, and academic programs.
Divisoria: Commercial History and Urban Dynamics
Overview of Divisoria, Manila's major commercial district, covering its history, shopping culture, and urban challenges.
Metrobank: History, operations and corporate structure in the Philippines
Metrobank is the third largest bank in the Philippines. This article covers its history, subsidiaries, and financial operations.
Arturo Luz: Pioneer of Philippine Neo-Realism and Art Administration
Arturo Luz (1926–2021) was a Filipino National Artist, printmaker, and founder of the Neo-realist school in Philippine art.
Arlene J. Chai: Life, Literary Career and Works
Arlene J. Chai is a Filipino-Chinese-Australian author known for weaving Philippine political struggle into fiction.
Cristeta Comerford: Career as White House Executive Chef
Filipino-American chef Cristeta Comerford served as White House executive chef from 2005 to 2024, the first woman and Asian in the role.
To Ho Panciteria Antigua: History and legacy of Manila's oldest Chinese restaurant
To Ho Panciteria Antigua is a historic restaurant in Manila, established in the 19th century, known for its Chinese-Filipino cuisine and lon...
Jon Jaylo: Surrealist Painter and Cultural Figure
Jon Jaylo is a Filipino surrealist painter born in 1975, known for his international exhibitions in New York, Berlin, and Manila.