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I have always thought that Manila has a lot of beautiful landmarks that depict the rich history of the City. One summer, we decided to explore the Capital of the Philippines armed with the preparedness to combat the scourging heat of the Metro and the possible danger of a beautiful temptress. Before we started our journey, we both agreed that we make Central Post Office as our jump-off point provided that most of the major landmarks of Manila are accessible from its location. As I stepped out from the jeepney in one of the converged roads of Manila Post Office, I was instantly awestruck with its neoclassical architecture and its ionic columns standing gracefully intimidating. Although, people going to and fro would 've been a great addition to the beautiful sight, somehow it looks deserted on a …show more content…

When we felt that we had taken enough photos, we traversed under the tormenting heat from the Central Post Office to Plaza Mexico. The place used to be the trading site of the galleons that etched a significant note between the ties of the Philippines and Mexico. Also, across the river is the view of Binondo 's skyline consists of buildings in european architecture, evidence of the commercialism that once boost in the place. After we took a respite from the heat under the trees of Plaza Mexico, we realized that our walking itinerary wouldn 't be efficient for our next stop. For that, we hailed a pedicab to take us around Intramuros, besides I couldn 't think of any other way without getting too fast and costly anyway. Within the walls, etched tremendous untold stories of inferiority and supremacy. If only the bastions, citadels, baluartes, puerta, and the overall fortification of the city could retaliate its heavy damage through time, I 'm pretty sure it will be furious. However, Intramuros today is being restored after to what it seems as an irreparable destruction after the war. In addition to it, some parts of it are imposing entrance fees to help with the upkeep of

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