Category Archives: Manila Facts

Ynares Center

Posted on October 21, 2011 by Manilaboy

Photo credits to normankonrad The Ynares Center is a 12,000 capacity indoor stadium located in along the Circumferential Road, Antipolo City, Rizal, Philippines. It was built in 1993. Antipolo is about 25 kilometers east of Manila, probably about an hour … Continue reading →

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Malacañang Palace

Posted on September 16, 2011 by Manilaboy

Malacañang Palace is the official residence of the President of the Republic of the Philippines. Malacañan was its original name. It started out as a vacation house of Don Luis Rocha. It turned into a official residence of every Spanish … Continue reading →

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What is EDSA?

Posted on February 25, 2011 by Manilaboy

Photo all rights reserved by lindsaybridge EDSA is an acronym for Epifanio de los Santos Avenue. A 23.8 kilometer long stretch of road in Metro Manila named after Epifanio de los Santos, a Filipino Historian. Its original name was 19 … Continue reading →

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Metro Manila Mayors

Posted on November 5, 2010 by Manilaboy

This list of Metro Manila Mayors is based on the May 2010 election results. Caloocan City – ECHIVERRI, Enrico R. Las Piñas City – AGUILAR, Vergel A. Makati City – BINAY, Jejomar E Jr S. Malabon City – ORETA, Canuto … Continue reading →

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Makati City Basic Information

Posted on October 15, 2010 by Manilaboy

Makati City got its name from an old tagalog word, “makati” meaning receding tide. Miguel López de Legazpi asked the local leader the name of the then swampy place, the datu replied in tagalog,

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Top Livable Cities in Metro Manila

Posted on October 4, 2010 by Manilaboy

Okay, first off, this is not a thorough survey, simply based on superficial personal observation of mine. Basically, judging each city’s cleanliness, safety and economics. Some might argue with me, but no city is perfect. Makati City. Everywhere I go, … Continue reading →

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Mendicants or Manglilimos in Manila

Posted on July 4, 2009 by Manilaboy

A mendicant is a beggar. In tagalog, it’s manglilimos. You could find a lot of them roaming the streets of Metro Manila cities. Just about an hour ago in a 7-11 store where i went in to eat my supper. … Continue reading →

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La Mesa Eco Park

Posted on April 16, 2009 by Manilaboy

It was my first to visit La Mesa Eco Park last Holy Week. The place is best place for families, friends and lovers alike. But i went there alone, but still i enjoyed it nonetheless. They also have boat rental … Continue reading →

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Marikina City

Posted on March 2, 2009 by Manilaboy

Before posting tons of photos about Marikina City, i will give a bit of facts of about this progressive city. Marikina City popularly known as the Shoe Capital of the Philippines. It is one of several cities that comprise Metro … Continue reading →

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Metro Manila Telephone Information

Posted on November 7, 2008 by Manilaboy

Some practical information that might of help to you. It has always been to me. The area code for Manila is 02. Don’t include the 0 if you are calling from outside the Philippines. The Philippine area code is 63. … Continue reading →

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