Culture & Heritage
Metro Manila's culture is a layered tapestry woven from centuries of history. Spanish colonization, Chinese migration, American occupation, and Japanese influence all left their mark on the city's architecture, cuisine, and identity. Explore the cultural stories that transformed Manila into the dynamic, multicultural city it is today.
Best Historical Landmarks & Heritage Architecture Tours in Manila
Explore Manila's rich colonial heritage through its iconic historical landmarks, UNESCO World Heritage sites, and architectural treasures spanning centuries of Philippine history.
Spanish Colonial Legacy in Philippine Food: 380 Years of Culinary Fusion
The History of the PBA: How Basketball Became Central to Philippine Culture
Ati-Atihan Festival 2026: The Mother of All Philippine Festivals
A History of Manila in 9 Dishes: How Trade, Migration, and Colonization Shaped the Capital's Cuisine
Intramuros Through Time: From Spanish Colonial Capital to Resilient Heritage District
The Chinese-Filipino Kitchen: How Migration and Trade Created a Culinary Identity
Explore how Chinese merchants and Binondo became the foundation of Filipino cuisine, from pancit and lumpia to the fusion dishes that define modern Manila's food culture.
Sisig: From Clark Air Base to National Treasure -- How a Pampanga Dish Became Filipino Icon
Discover the surprising history of sisig, from colonial salad to sizzling platter. How American military surplus became the Philippines' most theatrical dish and a symbol of Kapampangan genius.
