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The Zest Theater (built circa 1933 | status: demolished) was an art deco-style movie house that once stood along Calle Hidaldo, facing the junction of Calle Carcer. It once featured English movies and later Tagalog films. The theater eventually fell into disuse and was bought by the neighboring Manuel L. Quezon University (MLQU). It was … Read more

CALLE HIDALGO: The Heart of Quiapo’s Heritage ZoneRenders and Models: Tin SacabonGraphics: Diego Torres Between Quiapo Church and San Sebastian Church lies Calle Hidalgo, a street full of stories and some of Quiapo’s remaining old-world beauty. Formerly known as Calle San Sebastian, this short street became famous when it became the address of some of … Read more

Fort Santiago Historical Marker FIRST HISTORICAL MARKERS OF NHCP FORT SANTIAGO Today (May, 7) this 1934 marker of this well-known Manila fortress welcomes the guests as it is strategically placed on a pedestal right after the current main gate. FORT SANTIAGO BUILT OF GUADALUPE VOLCANIC TUFF BY GOVERNOR GOMEZ PEREZ DASMARINAS 1590-1593 IN PLACE OF … Read more

Roxas Boulevard Malate Laid down based on plans by Daniel Burnham to create a scenic seaside boulevard connecting Manila and Cavite City and Naval Base. Originally called Cavite Boulevard before being renamed Dewey Boulevard after Commodore George Dewey who defeated the Spanish fleet at Manila Bay in 1898. Completed up to Malate at Harrison Boulevard … Read more

Puente entre Ilo-ilo y Jaro / Bridge between Ilo-ilo and Jaro The iron bridge built and erected over this river, called Tabucan, was destroyed by a tremendous hurricane, and a provisional bridge was built over it. Near the bridge is Casa Real, the seat of government in Iloilo. It is a magnificent building of modern … Read more