The Fort Santiago constructed during the Spanish colonial era is a defense fortress and consists of a museum called the Rizal Shrine. Many travelers using cheap flights to Manila come here to pay tribute to Philippines' national hero José Rizal as it contains his memorabilia. Also his final footsteps from his cell to the execution site have been embedded in bronze here. Named after Saint James the Great it is a major center for trade and consists of various storehouses, a chapel, the powder magazine, the sentry towers, the cisterns etc. The tourists of cheap flights for Manila throng this fort in large numbers.
The Quiapo Church also known as Saint John the Baptist Parish is a significant Roman Catholic Church. It is another significant tourist destination visited by many religious devotees using Manila flights. It consists of a rare dark statue of Jesus Christ which many claim of having miraculous powers. The ticket holders of Manila flights booking can also visit the Plaza San Luis - a commercial complex. Divided into five parts namely The Casa Manila, Casa Urdaneta, Casa Blanca, Los Hidalgos and El Hogar Filipino, its Casa Manila section is visited by many shopaholics through out the year.
The Malacanang Palace is at present the official residence of the President of the Philippines. Located on the banks of the Pasig River in the Manila suburbs of San Miguel it was built during the 18th century. Previously the palace was used by the Spanish governors general and American Civil Governors as their summer residence. It was later after Philippine Independence renovated into a Spanish colonial palace. At present patios, balconies, grilles and sliding windows with capiz shells for panes beautify the building. Tourists of flights from Manila flock The Malacañang Museum and Library situated in the historic Kalayaan Hall of the palace.
The Chinese Cemetery was built during the 19th century by the people of Chinese origin residing in Manila as the Spanish colonists did not allow them to bury the dead in the catholic cemeteries. It depicts the class system existing in Chinese society and also its influence in the Philippine society. Manila flights news provides up to date information on the above mentioned tourist destinations for the convenience of the visitors.
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