A view of Manila bay





A view of Manila Bay


A view Manila bay on a sunny Friday afternoon. Notice the rowers? I think they are the Philippine rowing team practicing :)

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St. Paul's Cathedral





St. Paul Cathedral, Vigan


Another photo from my husband’s Vigan trip. St. Paul’s cathedral was built by the Augustinians. It features Neo Gothic and pseudo Romaneque motifs. Standing on an elevation west of the cathedral is Plaza Salcedo, the oldest monument in Northern Luzon.

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A Vigan sidestreet





Vigan sidestreet


Another cool photo my husband gave me...a side street of Vigan of cobbled stone pavements and old houses.

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Jollibee!





Jollibee


Jollibee is the biggest fast food chain in the Philippines. There are locations in 6 countries around the world, namely Philippines, United States, Hong Kong, Vietnam, Indonesia and Brunei. It specializes in chicken, burgers, and spaghetti. It has 988 stores in the Philippines and 24 restaurants in 7 countries. It started out as an ice cream parlor in 1975 and later expanded to serving sandwiches, spaghetti and burgers.

Jollibee's dominance in the Philippine fast food market is undeniable. As of 2001, Jollibee generated P15 billion in annual revenues, which is almost double that of its foreign rival McDonald's (P8 billion). It has trully captured the Filipino taste, even on its burgers which is western in nature.

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a house in Vigan





House in Vigan


This is a photo of the place where my husband stayed in Vigan. I love the old look and feel of this photo...very Spanish colonial times...but as my husband says...very homey!

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Vigan





Vigan


Last weekend my husband was off to Vigan, a city north of Manila, for a wedding photo coverage. I was supposed to come with him but had to stay due to some appointments that I couldn't cancel. Anyways, I'm borrowing one photo from his hundreds of photo for my post today.

This photo is taken in one of the Vigan, earlier known as " Ciudad Fernandina" from 1758 to late 19th century, it is the oldest surviving Spanish colonial city in the country. It has auspiciously escaped the bombs of World War II unlike its sister cities, Manila and Cebu. How and why it has survived the wrath of war is a fascinating story on its own. It is located in the Northern part of the Philippines, 408 kilometers northwest of Manila. Vigan was recently included in the prestigious UNESCO World Heritage List in December 1999 and converted into a component city last January 21, 2001.

My husband was raving at the fact that the place is like in a different time zone...its like you stepped back in time as soon as you are there. Cobbled stone pavements, old spanish houses, calesas everywhere! It's trully a magnificent city...a place where I'd like to come back to maybe in the near future :)

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Navigating...





Navigating...


A photo of a navigator, taken along Manila Bay. This is taken from the backside so you can see the Manila bay on the horizon.

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Manila City Hall





Manila City Hall


The Manila City Hall. One of most famous landmarks of Manila. It is located just outside of Intramuros. Was researching about it this morning and found this piece:

"One is hard pressed to define the architecture of the Manila City Hall. Note, for instance, the absence of an entrance, as well as the random placement of the tower. Denigrated by critics when it was unveiled in the 1930s, the City Hall today fascinates the viewer for precisely the same reason it was vilified--its intriguing lack of symmetry and regularity. Beautifully lighted at night, it is one of Manila's most distinctive landmarks."

Hmm I myself didn't know about that!

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Palazio del Gobernador





Plaza del Gobernador


This is Palazio del Gobernador...formerly the home of Manuel Estacio de Venegas, a governor’s aide, the two-storey structure was expropriated and subsequently made the official residence and office of the Spanish governor generals in 1645 until an earthquake brought it down in 1863. It lay in ruins for almost a century until the Land Bank of the Philippines built an 8-storey building on the site in 1978. The office of the Intramuros Administration is presently housed here.

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Manila traffic





Manila Traffic
Traffic has always been a major problem around Manila; especially during rush hours. Various programs have been implemented to try and help ease traffic, but Friday afternoons are always a nightmare. Took this photo last Friday as I was going home. Notice the jeepeneys in the lower left side of the screen? Well I have featured them in one of my previous posts, if you ask any local you'd definitely hear them say these jeepneys are to blame for the traffic, well I have to agree up to a certain deegree, but add that to the undisciplined, often road raged Manila drivers and you'd definitely get heavy traffic wherever it is!

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Calesa





Calesa
This is a perfect shot...if not for that f$#@in guy in blue! Geesh!

But I really love this shot! The horse feels as if it's posing for the photo! LOL! And the calesa driver...I love his plaid shirt! I think this is a uniform or something coz all of the drivers of calesas are wearing this same shirt! I love it! Looks so refreshing to the eyes! I wonder if they have a pink version of it though :)

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Old Intramuros houses





Old Intramuros Houses


Took this photo while we were at Intramuros last weekend. This is one of the old houses of Intramuros still in perfect condition. I got lucky too that a calesa passed by as my husband took the photo!

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Dendrobiums





White orchids


I love flowers! Especially orchids!! They look very dainty and regal that I am always mesmerized looking at them. That is the reason why a second post on orchids. If you like my first post, I'm sure you will love this second one... beautiful white Dendrobium orchids! These ones look so fresh and they are soo big! I love them so much I had to take a photo and share with you. Hope you like them too!

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From a canon's perspective





A canon's Point of view


I thought I'd post this pic, related to my previous post on Intramuros wall. I thought it would be interesting to see from the other side of the wall from the canon's perspective :)

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Shrine of Jesus





Shrine of Jesus


Shrine of Jesus, a relatively new Shrine, built just around 2-3 years ago. It is located near Manila bay, just off Macapagal Ave. I think this is one of more simple but beautiful churches in Manila...was planning to have my wedding there last year but due to logistics reason, we dropped the idea. But it's a really popular wedding venue nowadays maybe its because of the vast open space that surrounds it. Great for photo shoots!

And before I forgot, let me greet you all a Happy Valentine's Day! Have a good one people!!

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Intramuros walls





Intramuros walls


Right in the heart of Manila is found the "Walled City" - Intramuros founded by the Spanish in 1571 offers a glimpse of the colonial past. The Spanish ruling class lived inside the massive walls with seven gates. It is shaped like an uneven pentagon and covers almost 160 acres. It was attacked by Chinese warlord Lim Ah-hong in 1574, gutted by fire in 1583, and rebuilt in 1590. A moat was added in 1603 when all entrances to the city were closed at night. The moat was filled during the American administration to combat disease. The old city remained intact until bombing raids and fires at the end of world war II. Although the Pacific War of the 1940s took its tool on Intramuros, it had been one of the world's best preserved medieval cities. The site is a timeless journey through forts and dungeons, old churches, colonial houses, and horse-drawn carriages. Shown on this photo is a part of the walls, you will notice several canyons lining it. This is because these walls served as the Spaniards first defence in both word wars I and II. Today these walls are the usual hang outs of students studying in various universities around the area, various restaurants also line these walls and just recently an 18 hole golf course was constructed on the other side.

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One month now! Yikes!





Congratulations to me! I have been existing for one month now! One picture everyday for 30 days straight...and i'm proud to say I have not missed one single day...have even posted two photos on one day!

And to celebrate this occassion, i'd like to share something a bit different, Filipino food...or Pinoy food in slang. This one is one of my favorites...Halo-halo!! Mmmm! Its actually a combination of different kinds of cooked beans, garbanzons, gelatin, sweetened banana, leche flan and "ube" combined with crushed ice and milk plus topped with your favorite ice cream! Yuuuummmmy!! Enjoy!

P.s. i'm sure you'd notice the change in template...again...apologize for that...was just trying to customize this page to make it feel a little bit more me...and I think I captured that with this one. :) Related photos:
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stone lamps





Cute little stone lamps I saw when I was at Manila bay the other week, this ones were close to the totenpole I've shown the other day. I love stone lamps! And these ones are especially cute because of the coconut trees that surrounds them!

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Condo living





Condominiums
The wave of condominium living has hit Manila by storm in the past years…and it is still growing. You'd see high rise condos popping everywhere. There are quite a handful that sell them on a very reasonable cost especially if you buy them during pre-selling. In this picture you'll see one on still being constructed, and one relatively older building. These are located both in the Makati area specifically along Buendia Ave. cor. South super Hiway.

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a touch of green





Greenbelt park


A beautiful park right in the middle of the central business district of Makati, Manila, this is the Greenbelt park. A great place to unwind during lunch and coffee breaks!

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Minor Basilica of Immaculate Conception





Manila Cathedral


The Minor Basilica of Immacualate Conception, also known as the Manila Metropolitan Cathedral or Manila Cathedral. The first Cathedral of Manila was constructed by Fray Bishop Domingo de Salazar out of wood, bamboo, and nipa—materials which were used in all houses and other basic community services in the city. It was on December 21, 1581 that the parish church of Manila was raised formally into a cathedral. Since then, the Cathedral church was destroyed in 1583 by a fire which razed the city, in 1600 it was again destroyed by a strong earthquake that hit Manila, and another earthquake again in 1645 and another again in 1852, and but another again in 1863. And each time it was destroyed, it was rebuilt again. Trully this structure has withstood the test of time (and natural disaster i might add!)!

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local fruit stand





A Local fruit stand
Was buying fruits the other day and thought I'd take a shot and share the photo here. There are quite a few of these stores around our neighborhood, selling nothing but fruits, mostly coming from the provinces. They buy direct from the farmers I think so their products are really fresh. Of course you miss on the comforts of your usual grocery when you buy from these stores but you get personalized service and a sizeable discount in exchange.

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A race?





A horse drawn carriage, locally know as a "calesa" was once a usual sight here in Manila, but of course due to innovations in technology, that has changed during the past half century. But is this really a race between a calesa and a Hyundai van...hehehe actually no...I just caught this van overtaking the calesa who is leisurely taking its time going down the Intramuros street.

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on billboards





Billboards
The end of South Super hiway just before you turn right to Manila will bring you to this sight...scores of gigantic billboards featuring from a half naked guy to an aging, white haired grandfather. You would see similar sights along EDSA and the expressways (north and south). At some point it even became controversial as some were saying they are a distraction to the drivers (especially if you see half naked men and women!)

LOL...well I, for one was not distracted :)

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want a drink?





Want a coke?


Another sight along Baywalk...this 20 foot coke bottle is actually a vendo machine. It dispenses coke products for P20 or ($.11cents). Pretty cool huh! Double purpose, you advertise and at the same time you also sell...neat!

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Manila bay dining





Manila Bay dining


A usual weekend scene along Manila Bay...various restaurants line the bay all offering various types of food. Though a bit crowdy...the atmosphere is still undeniably relaxing and fun. On this photo you will notice the Manila harbour on the far side and the band playing for the dinners. It's still quite early this time that's why you see empty tables...but as the night crawls...do does the late night partyers.

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feeling flowery today





I'm feeling flowery today...this is a photo of one of the more common orchid here in the Philippines, the dendrobium orchids. This is taken outside the church where I usually attend Sunday mass.

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business is slow





Business is Slow
I join the whole Philippines today in protest as we hear of the latest news that the expanded value added tax or EVAT will be increased from 10% to 12%. The law, which has removed VAT exemption of certain sectors, including oil and electricity, allows the President to raise the tax rate when two conditions are met: that the VAT collection as a percentage of the gross domestic product exceeded 2.8 percent the previous year, and that the budget deficit as a percentage of the GDP exceeded 1.5 percent in 2005. Finance Secretary said Monday that the government met both requirements, with the budget deficit at 2.7 percent of the GDP and the VAT collection at 2.9 percent of the GDP. The measure is undertaken in the hope to raise 75 billion pesos in additional revenues this year. This is expected to help the government limit this year's budget deficit to 125 billion pesos ($2.27mil). The deficit last year was 146.5 billion pesos ($2.66mil). The national government is optimistic that the VAT rate hike will help it balance its budget by 2008 and reduce its debt to 51 percent of GDP by 2010 from around 81 percent in 2005.

With this hike traders are expected to raise prices...and with higher prices mean slower business activity, just like the picture above.

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