Capital

Manila, LuzonManila, the capital of the Philippines, located on the north-east of Luzon on the shores of Manila Bay. The capital of the Philippines is a complex conglomerate that includes up to 17 cities in the satellites, which are home to nearly 10 million people. In the capital, you will be offered many tours that tell the history of this city and its environs.The heart of Manila is located in Intramuros (which means "within walls"), the wall enclosing once the first Spanish settlement. And Fort St. Augustine Church still are excellent examples of colonial architecture. Ancient ruins, destroyed during the First World War, still dominate the landscape, whereas modern buildings are already rushing to the distant heavens.Among the interesting places and attractions in Manila should be noted historic Rizal Park, Chinatown, where you can buy items made of gold and pearls. Sunset at Manila Bay - one of the most beautiful in the world. You can enjoy them while walking along the Boulevard Roxas.In an hour's drive along the picturesque countryside of Manila offers a beautiful view of the volcano Taal, which is known for being the smallest volcano in the world. In the church of San Jose to Las Pinyas (a suburb of Manila), you can see a unique organ, the pipes which are made of bamboo.You can also make a trip by canoe down the river Pagsanhan, during which enjoy the beauty of unspoiled nature.In addition, a number of Manila rapolagaetsya without interest museums. Among them, a museum of Santo Tomas, which contains exhibits on natural history and archeology, the National Museum, which includes sections devoted to anthropology, botany, geology, zoology, and art. While in Manila, you can visit the Japanese and Chinese gardens and the city planetarium.Manila - a paradise for shopping. Here are almost all known commercial brands at prices significantly lower than in Europe. The area is full of all sorts of Makati, shopping malls, where you can spend more than one day. And nearly every subway station is a shopping center.