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The Colgante Bridge was one of the historic bridges that spanned the Pasig River. This bridge, known as the “Suspension Bridge,” was built from 1849 to 1852 using modern methods available at that time. Instead of using arches, support came by way of towers on both ends. The bridge was first known as “Puente Claveria,” … Read more

Catandunganon Mangrove and Mudcrab Sanctuary The flexible inhabitants of the sea and freshwaters. Have you ever asked how mangroves cope with the constantly changing environments? Mangroves are trees or shrubs that thrive in brackish and marine conditions. Mangroves have a remarkable evolution that makes them survive in different environments. They cope with salt by filtering … Read more

The Ferrocarril de Dagupan A Manila The Ferrocarril de Manila a Dagupan was the first railroad in the Philippines. Construction of the railroad began in 1888, and when it was finished, the line covered 195 kilometers from Manila to Dagupan in Pangasinan. The trains were steam-powered and were at that time the fastest way to … Read more

The Manila Observatory was the first weather station in the Philippines. In 1865, the Manila Observatory was started by Francisco Colina, S.J. in an abandoned pigeon house on the roof deck of the convent of the Jesuits in Intramuros. In 1884, it was recognized by the Spanish colonial government as the Philippines’ weather station. It … Read more

At the center of Fort Santiago is Plaza Armas. The name and the plaza is a common features in fortresses built by Spaniards in their colonies throughout the world. It got its name from the use of the area to stock arms and rifles when not in use. This is also where the soldiers marched … Read more