I don’t know about you, but I love looking at fine architecture. The older the structure is, the more it amazes me. In the second part of my “northern experience”, I’m going to share with you what I saw in Intramuros.
Here’s the first part: A Trip To The North To Meet Jon
Just a little background of Intramuros- it is also called the “walled city”. Settled on June 12, 1571, this used to be the seat of power during the Spanish colonization of the Philippines (1521–1898).
Memorare Manila 1945 Monument
Manila Metropolitan Cathedral-Basilica
Statue of King Carlos IV of Spain
Part of Club Intramuros Golf Course
On the wall
San Agustin Church
That’s it! The place offers a lot more than what is shown above, but we could no longer bear the heat so we stopped looking around.
How about you? Do you love old structures? Let me know about your favorite ones by commenting below! 🙂
Yep, the famed Intramuros. Historic place that is so nice that it is one of the easiest tourist destination to go to in Manila. I can only wish they would completely remove the companies making business there and make it a theme park of some kind where cars are not allowed, except for some streets, where people could walk and… I digress.
Memorable for me too because that is where San Agustin Church is and my lola is there sa back where they have this place for jars na mga na cremate.
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I lived in Manila for five years, and been to the walled city twice. I think Intramuros is underrated, thanks to the crime rates. I myself had experienced getting robbed, which was very traumatic, if I may say, during the second visit. I tried to blend in and be very cautious, but still…
Anyway, if the government could improve the security in the area even more,I believe that the walled city will have more tourists and local visitors. Hahaha.. I just remembered the sleeping guardia civil during my visit, yes, sleeping on a bench in the middle of the day! It’s okay with me, we know the concept of siesta, but it would had been better if he was awake and engaging with visitors. 🙂
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The last time I visited Intramuros was during my elementary field trip. It’s been a while. I’d definitely should pay a visit. 🙂
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Love the structures within the walls of Intramuros. Love walking on its paved walkways and even spending a few hours just sitting on its bricked walls. There are a few small time eateries within the wall, too and they serve the yummiest inihaws and papaitan. I just hope security will be improved as there are some illegal settlers within the place as well.
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I love traveling back in time in places like Intramuros! This post reminds me I have a dozen of photos I have yet to post when I did a tour a few years back.
Have you been to Vigan or Taal? 🙂
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Intramuros is really the go-to place to take tourists in Manila. It’s near, and it’s also absolutely beautiful. It’s one of those places I wouldn’t mind wandering off to alone 🙂
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It kinda sucks that I’ve not even once visited Intramuros. Hopefully I find the time.
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Looks like a great place to visit. What a beautiful architecture! The details on the buildings are very pretty and you can see the marks of time on those walls.
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I always pass by Intramuros but didn’t dare to check this interesting places in the walled city. If my busy schedule will allow me to have some leisure time. I will definitely check this place out
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This place will always be beautiful no matter what. Intramuros is a gem and its shine will never fade! Great post! Amazing photos! ❤️
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Wow I never knew there were such places like this in the Philippines! I obviously have a terrible account on history 😂 seeing this gives me another reason to add the Philippines to my bucket list!
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I always wanted to visit the place but schedule won’t permit. Huhu. Same as you, I appreciate old architechtures – they are just mesmerizing. 😊
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I’ve lived in Metro Manila for almost 8 years now but I’ve never been to Intramuros yet! huhu! I still hope though that one day, I’ll be able to finally visit this place. Hopefully with my son and my hubby. I like going places with them. 🙂
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Intramuros is a lovely place, i love old architectures and even churches.. Its been ages since i last visited this place, parang highschool pa ata ako! I heard about the rolling tour there and would love to give it a try with my kids.. I think they’re having their fieldtrip there this year and i will wait for it.
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I love fine architectures too! Intramural will always be a beautiful place full of arts and history! I guess I should shed my next Intramural trip soon! ❤
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It is still one of the places in Manila I truly valued. It’s undeniably classic and I guess a better representation of the city if properly maintained. Hope to make a visit again soon.
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Sorry for sounding ignorant, but I haven’t heard of Intramuros before! But I’m sure I will love it there. I enjoy looking at architecture too!
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Oh wow I really want to go to the Phillippines so bad! I am hoping to make it next year, any place you would recommend as a starting point? 😀
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Just like you, I have always fancied fine architecture. Reason why I went to Corregidor and enjoyed the architecture of Vietnam! I never had the chance to roam around Intramuros. I’ve actually asked around for a whole day tour price but I’m still kind of tight in budget, but touring in Intramuros is still on my to do lists! Hopefully soon!
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Haha, I realised you use different filter for your photos… it gives a different mood! correct me if I’m wrong… Love the photo where you are standing in front of the gigantic gate. the carvings’ gorgeous~
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I like visiting Intramuros. Actually, I like going to historical places. I like the feeling of being in places that are meaningful. One of these days, I want to give my kids a tour of the walled city. 🙂
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How I wish they could remove all the squatters out of Intramuros. This is a special district that should exclusively dedicated to historical conservation and value. – Fred
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I completely agree. For me too, the older the architecture the more amazed I get. More often than not, older architecture end up being religious amd many think that I’m religious. I’m just more history & heritage oriented…
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I love old structures. When I visit new places I really love to visit ruins or old places. Learning about the history they have, trying to imagine in my mind how it was back then. I think it’s so interesting and full of content. Full of things to learn. It makes me travel even further, like back in time on top of the travelling into space Haha
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What a truly beautiful place!! That architecture!!
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There is nothing like touring old buildings on a lazy afternoon! Everything is beautiful and it’s one place where you’re going to learn about history and religion!
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Can I just say that I love your outfit for this post! It’s really lovely! I think it would be nice to go here, places like this are the best places to go to if you want to learn more about history and the past.
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Thanks! 🙂
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love your photos, you really capture the walled city : ) love the moodiness in the photos as well with the color and architechture!
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Wow! First of all, your photos are beautifully captured. Second, Intramuros is really a beautiful tourist spot in the Philippines. I hope you enjoyed touring Intramuros.
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Thanks! I did enjoy roaming around despite the heat!
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I haven’t been back to Intramuros in years, but I’m planning on taking my 5-year old there and my 9-year old brother in law for a field trip.
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On a fine Sunday morning, I hope to bring my kids to the Walled City as well so they can learn how to appreciate our heritage.
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I love old architecture as well! I was absolutely awestruck when I visited Rome. It felt like everywhere I looked there was something historical starting me in the face!
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This takes me back to my childhood. I can’t believe it’s been 14 years since I’ve gone home. Soon Manila…soon…
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Same here. There is something with old structures that is appealing. I’ve found a similar “walled city” in Puerto Rico. Great photos by the way. 🙂
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Hi Jill, lovely photos! I have been meaning to visit the Walled City but never got anywhere near to completing it. I share the same love for old architecture and the stories that are included in each nordic columns and artistic lattice. It’s amazing how they could manage to keep the integrity of the place and make it open for the public. Is there a tour guide when you visit?z
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Hi Emma! Thanks for dropping by! There are actually tour guides who’d offer Kalesa rides all over the Intramuros.
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Same pinch!!! I love old art and architecture. Esp coming from India with surviving art that’s as old as 2nd C BCE, a few centuries old stuff doesn’t even impress me much! Lolz.
The Cathedral looks gorgeous. It has a very old European feel to it.
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I’ve been wanting to take the kids on a tour here. It’s so rich in history and culture it seems a shame not to experience it. What bothers me is that it slowly fading away. I hope that more care is placed into maintaining such a historical place.
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