The 19th century underground water reservoir of “El Deposito” which supplied potable water to Manila will be reopening in 2020. The 150-meter labyrinth of tunnels found underneath the grounds of Pinaglabanan Memorial Shrine have been cleared of mud and garbage in preparation of its reopening as a travel destination. Historical records show that the 137-year-old […]
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U-Belt student apartment is the reincarnation of Old Manila spirit
A student apartment complex in the heart of Manila’s University Belt has reappeared as a reincarnated post-war building and is now bridging the gap between today’s young Filipinos and the glorious days of Old Manila. Youniversity Suites in CM Recto is actually built from the remains of Laperal Apartments, an art-deco style structure built in […]
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