Look past the grimy surfaces and you'll find Manila's hidden treasures.
Modern Manila is a teeming metropolis, with huge tower blocks crowding the few examples of colonial architecture that survived the bombing of the city during WWII. Many people use it only as a base for further travel, but the more adventurous will discover its friendliness and charm.
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![]() Over 1.5 million people live in Manila's shantytowns Photographer: John Pennock |
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Lonely Planet
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