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Plaza España The original name of Plaza España was Plaza Aduana. It was also renamed Plaza de los Martinez dela Integridad de la Patria by the Spanish government to honor the Spanish soldiers killed during the Philippine Revolution. Its present name was given by the U.S. government and the monument of King Phillip II of … Read more

  Intendencia The Intendencia housed the National Archives in the early 1900s. Restoration plans are underway for the return of the National Archives of the Philippines. You may want to read: Important Cultural Properties

Myanmar Philippine Embassy The Philippine government is following with deep concern the developing situation in Myanmar and is especially concerned with the safety of Daw Aung San Suu Kyi. Myanmar has made substantial and important strides toward democratization in recent years. The Philippines has supported these efforts. Filipinos in Myanmar are advised to exercise due … Read more

Sasmuan Pampanga Coastal Wetland Did You Know? The 3,667-hectare Sasmuan Pampanga Coastal Wetland (SPCW) is the 8th Ramsar site in the Philippines and the first in Central Luzon and in Pampanga. The Sasmuan Pampanga Coastal Wetland (SPCW) is now officially declared as Ramsar Site No. 2445! Sasmuan Pampanga Coastal Wetlands is the 8th Philippine RAMSAR … Read more

Groundwater Wells in Intramuros Did you know that there were groundwater wells in Intramuros? The wells are no longer in use but still serve as reminders of the Walled City’s traditional method of sourcing an ample and reliable water supply. You may want to read: Light and Sound Museum Kwentong H2O Vlog Contest Lagunsilad Underpass