Batang Latagaw: Felicitous Journey to Manila, Philippines

One sunny day as clock strikes 7:00 in the morning I and co-teachers fastened up their seat belts for a flight headed to Manila, Philippines. Excited, Nervous & Anticipated..for me, this is the first time and great opportunity to see the historical place where everyone thought it is special. As our feet touched the place's ground, the beginning of our felicitous journey started to emerge. Our Nauseous feeling is worth it.

Fort Santiago

Ninoy Aquino International Airport, Terminal 3

One of the most important historical sites in Manila, Fort Santiago was built by the Spanish conquistador Miguel López de Legazpi as a defensive fortress designed to protect the newly formed city of Manila. It is a key feature of the famous Walled City of Manila, which is referred to as Intramuros. Today, this beautiful, 16th century structure is home to a shrine dedicated to Rizal, which includes an eerie set of footprints painted onto the street outlining the great man’s final steps as he was led to his death. That said, it’s not a particularly macabre destination, despite its long and sordid history. It is frequented by both foreign visitors and locals seeking a pleasant afternoon of leisure with family and friends. While there, be sure to check out the Intramuros Visitors Center, which gives an overview of the various other attractions in the district. Fort Santiago is ideal for picnics and scenic walks, and there are even open-air theater performances (some of the best that the city has to offer, in fact). The extensive military history and impressive architecture make it an absolute must for visitors to the city, so be sure to include it on your agenda. Plan at least a few hours to explore the grounds and soak up the long history of the place. It is located on Santa Clara Street along the Pasig River. Admission is 65 PHP for adults, and 50 PHP for children. The hours of operation are 8am to 6pm daily.

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