10 Amazing Random Facts About Metro Manila That You Might Not Know

10 Amazing Random Facts About Metro Manila That You Might Not Know

Here are some amazing random facts about the country’s capital Metro Manila that you might now know and could probably surprise you.

Metro Manila is the capital city of the Philippines, which is also the center of country’s economy and other businesses.

There are countless Filipino people are living in Metro Manila but some of them might not know the stories and truth about the country’s capital.

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Here are some random facts about Metro Manila:

  • Secret Tunnel

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In January 2011, Manila Water personnel discovered the hidden passage while digging at a site in Epifanio delos Santos Avenue (EDSA)-Guadalupe area. The tunnel has a length of 2.24 kilometers and width of 4 meters.

People believe that General Douglas MacArthur has ordered the construction of the tunnel in 1942.

  • Same Length Of 3 Pylons In Quezon Memorial Shrine With Late President Quezon’s Age

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The height of three pylons in Quezon Memorial Shrine reaching about 66 meters symbolizing Luzon, Visayas, and Mindanao was same with the age of the late President Manuel L. Quezon when he died due to Tuberculosis.

  • General Douglas MacArthur Becomes General Manager of Manila Hotel

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In 1935-1941, MacArthur together with his wife Jean and son Arthur live in Manila Hotel while serving the country as ordered by President Quezon.

MacArthur becomes the General Manager of the hotel to due to his lavish lifestyle, which spends most the hotel’s budget.

  • Harrison Plaza & Other Establishments in Metro Manila Were Former Cemeteries

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  • The Name Tomas Claudio Boulevard Was Found In Malate From The Only Filipino Who Died During World War I

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Tomas Claudio was born on May 7, 1892, and served U.S army. The Fil-Am soldier died on June 29, 1918, during the First World War.

  • Felix R. Hidalgo Street Becomes The Most Beautiful Street in Manila

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Felix R. Hidalgo Street in Quiapo, Manila connects the San Sebastian Basilica and Basilica of Quiapo. It was dubbed as the most beautiful street in Manila in 1817 due to the grandiose mansion surrounding it.

  • British People Governs Manila For Two Years

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In 1756-1763, the British soldiers conquered and governed Manila for almost two years.

  • Manila City Hall Looks Like Coffin At Top View

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Many Filipino people living in Metro Manila believe that Manila City Hall is one of the most haunted government establishments in the area.

  • Manila Day (June 24) Was The Celebration Of Founding Intramuros

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The Manila Day, which was celebrated every June 24 of the year is the commemoration of found Spanish Manila and not Manila.

  • Muslims More Powerful Than Tagalog In Manila During The 1600s

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Muslim controlled Metro Manila in 1600 after Sultan Bulkeaiah (Nakhoda Ragam) of Brunei conquered the Kingdom of Tondo.

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