Republic of the Philippines

Intramuros Administration

Intramuros Learning Sessions episode no. 13 Overview Epidemics besieged Spanish Manila in the form of cholera and smallpox diseases. In the early part of the 19th century, smallpox vaccination became continue reading : 19th Century Spanish Manila in Times of Epidemics

Cecille Romero is currently the Executive Director of the National Parks Development Committee (NPDC). She is versatile, reliable and efficient with 10+ years combined academic, private and urban planning experience continue reading : Meet our ILS Speaker: Cecile Romero

Jezreel Apelar is an urban planner, serving as the Deputy Executive Director of the National Parks Development Committee. He was previously the National Council Coordinator for Urban Land Institute Philippines, continue reading : Meet our ILS Speaker: Jezreel Apelar

Intramuros Learning Sessions episode no. 12 Overview This session aims to educate the public about the history of Luneta’s development through its origins as Extramuros, to Bagumbayan, the execution of continue reading : A Visit to Luneta’s Colorful Past, Current State and Future Developments

Within the vast walls of Intramuros are several centuries-old fortifications. One of these is Baluarte de San Diego, a spade-shaped bulwark with a rich history. Walk with us inside this continue reading : Virtual Tour: Baluarte de San Diego

Claudia Isabelle Violeta Montero has a Masters Degree in Architecture from the University of Santo Tomas and a Master in Philosophy from The Chinese University of Hong Kong. She is continue reading : Meet our ILS Speaker: Claudia Montero