Intramuros or the Walled City was once the center of political power and government, economy, religion and education, and the Spanish colonial government built the wall to protect from foreign invasion.
The Walled City was once the face of Manila, Philippines. This is the front and entry point from Manila bay however, the beloved Intramuros got destroyed during Second World War.
The Fort Santiago is located few meters away from Manila Cathedral and Palacio del Gobernador (the ‘Malacañang’ version during Spanish era). Dr. Jose Rizal was imprisoned in Fort Santiago before his execution in 1896 at Bagumbayan (Luneta Park).
What exactly should we expect inside the Walled City? The answers may vary but rich history and a deep appreciation of the Filipino life before Second World War would be the most common.
The following areas and points-of-interests will surely bring you back in time so let’s take a look at the historic site of Manila: