Manila is the capital of the Philippines, located in Southeast Asia. Located on Luzon Island, which is the largest island of the Philippines, Manila is also known as the most populous city in the region. There are also places to visit in Manila, which also stands out as an important port city. The most preferred method of transportation here is by air. There are also flights to this city from our country. You can buy a flight ticket according to your location and start your flight journey to Manila. Since it is not possible to come here by purchasing a bus ticket, you do not have an alternative for transportation by road. When it comes to places to visit in Manila, historical buildings mostly come to mind. Here you can visit various historical buildings such as churches, cathedrals and grave monuments. While the summer season in Manila is dry without rain, the winter season is quite cold. We can say that the most suitable period to visit this region is between February and April. The best transportation method for travelers planning to come to Manila is plane travel. Those who plan to come from Istanbul can buy a flight ticket by choosing one of the companies operating flights to Ninoy Aquino International Airport in the city. After arriving at the airport, you can use other means of transportation to reach the city center. Among these means of transportation, there is primarily taxi service. Apart from taxis, you can also take jeepney vehicles that serve as public transportation. It is not possible to reach this city by road by purchasing a bus ticket. The city of Manila, in addition to being the capital of the Philippines, is also a city that attracts attention with its contribution to the economy. There are many different facilities offering accommodation here. You can have a pleasant stay by choosing the one that best suits your budget. There are important places to visit in the city, which is almost the administrative center of the country. Places you should not leave without seeing when you come to Manila include Intramuros District, Rizal Park, Manila Cathedral, Manila American Cemetery and Memorial, Santiago Castle, Quiapo Church, Ayala Museum and Manila Bay. You can add these prominent tourist spots of the region to your travel list and go on a pleasant discovery tour, without worrying about where to visit.
Intramuros Region
In terms of places to visit in Manila, we recommend that your first trip route is the Intramuros Region, known as the old city. A historical atmosphere will surround you as soon as you step into this region. This area, surrounded by walls, is also the first settlement area of the city. You can come across many historical buildings from the Spanish period right at the entrance of the region. We think that the first structure that will attract your attention, especially at the entrance, may be the San Agustin Church, which is the oldest church in the region. This place serves as both a church and a museum. You can explore the Instramuros Region on foot or, if you wish, you can also take a horse-drawn carriage.
Rizal Park
Located right across from the Intramuros Region, Rizal Park is also known as the symbol of the war of freedom. Dr. This area has become the symbol of Manila due to the war of freedom against the Spanish under the leadership of Jose Rizal. Located in the Ermita Region, this park is also known as an area of great natural beauty. There are ornamental gardens surrounded by various trees and containing a pond. You can visit these gardens and have a wonderful day. We recommend that you book a flight ticket in advance to come to Manila.
Manila Cathedral
Manila Cathedral, which is an important place of worship for the region, is among the places you must see when you come to the city. There is a bronze colored door at the entrance of the cathedral. When you enter through this door, there is a high probability that you will see a wedding organization taking place inside. Because weddings are often held here. While visiting here, you can both witness the cultural values of the region closely and examine the historical ruins.
Manila American Cemetery and Memorial
Manila American Cemetery and Memorial is the building where the graves of American soldiers who lost their lives during World War II are located. Many important information about this monument, located just outside Manila, is written on the tombs. We recommend you to visit this monument, which is located on a high plateau. We would like to reiterate that since you cannot reach Manila by road by buying a bus ticket, you can come to Manila by purchasing a plane ticket.
Santiago Castle
Another point you can visit while visiting the Intramuros Region is Santiago Castle, which has witnessed bad events in the past. This castle was the place where torture was carried out and many people were killed in the past. It is a knotty place. This building, which was used as a prison, was used by Dr. who fought for freedom. Jose Rizal was also killed. It is possible to see the footprints of Rizal, who walked to his death, here. Today, this place is located in a lush green area.
Quiapo Church
The next route on our list of places to visit in Manila is Quiapo Church. It is believed that this is a miraculous place. There is also a Black Jesus Statue in the area where this church, located in the Quiapo district of the Philippines, is located. It is thought that the church due to this statue is sacred. In this church, which reflects the traces of Baroque architecture, the Black Nazarene Festival is held every January. If you wish, you can time your trip during this period.
Ayala Museum
Located in the Makati Region of the city, this museum exhibits many historical buildings from the colonial period. You must pay a certain fee to enter the museum, which has six floors in total. It is possible to see many historical artifacts reflecting both archaeological and ethnographic traces in the museum. If you get hungry after leaving here, you can also visit the restaurants in the surrounding area.
Manila Bay
Last on our list of places to visit in Manila is Manila Bay, which hosts a wonderful sea view. We especially recommend you to watch the sunset in this region. You can think of this place as an escape point that gives you the opportunity to relieve the tiredness of the day after visiting all these places to visit.
While ending our Manila travel list here, we recommend that those planning a trip to different regions or cities purchase bus tickets or plane tickets in advance in order to benefit from discounts on tickets during certain periods.
