Manila is the capital and chief city of the Philippines. The city is the center of the country’s economic, political, social, and cultural activity. It is located on the island of Luzon.
When I already finished my university studies and have the chance to achieve my travel goals, exploring as much of the Philippines is my first priority. Then next is around the world.
The first place that I want to visit is Manila, because I live in Antipolo and Manila is a perfect quick day- trip getaway. It is 19.6 km or 42 minute drive from my hometown.
PLACE TO VISIT IN MANILA
NATIONAL MUSEUM
Admission to the National Museum is now permanently free of charge for all visitors, Filipino or Foreigners.
National Museum is divided into three: the Nation Museum of Fine Arts, National Museum of Anthropology and the new renovated National Museum of Natural History that feature art and interactive exhibits.
NATIONAL MUSEUM OF NATURAL HISTORY
Inside the National Museum of Natural History houses botanical, zoological and geological collections and other artifacts dating around Paleolithic period. It has 12 galleries about plants, animals, and fungi that may only be found in the Philippines. Its neoclassical architecture is definitely one of the most interesting parts of this museum.
NATIONAL MUSEUM OF FINE ARTS
Next is the National Museum of Fine Arts one of the highlights here is Juan Luna’s masterpiece, The Spolarium.
There are tons of interesting artworks and masterpieces inside the museum.
NATIONAL MUSEUM OF ANTHROPOLOGY
Houses different kinds of prehispanic artifacts like burial jars, weapons, and armory, crafts from the various ethnolinguistic groups and indigenous people, weaving looms, fabrics, native costumes, porcelain, ceramics, musical instruments, ancient writing script, and accessories.
HOW TO GO TO NATIONAL MUSEUM
From Antipolo ride a jeepney going to Cubao and rides LRT 2 going to recto, from recto ride Doroteo Jose Station going to United Nations and from United Nations take a 10 minute walk going to National Museum (option: ride a jeep from Manila City Hall towards P. Burgos and turn left in Gen Luna Street.)
TIPS
Bring a small bag with only your necessities to skip the line in the baggage counter.
PROHIBITED
It is not allowed to take a video in every building but taking pictures are allowed but refrain using flash.
You cannot bring with you umbrellas, pens, and other markers. You should deposit them at the baggage counter.
DO NOT TOUCH NOR LEAN ON the museum objects, displays, and exhibits.
Disrespectful and wacky poses are not permitted.
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