History & Culture in the Philippines

A century-old ancestral home was home to some of the key figures of the Philippine Revolution.

This centuries-old tree has been a witness to some of the most important events in the history of the Philippines.

The first religious structure on the island of Luzon and a survivor of World War II.

This gold sash was part of a massive collection of pre-Hispanic gold artifacts discovered in an isolated village in the Philippines.

Once a crime hotspot, this refurbished underpass is now home to a bookstore and a mural celebrating the history of Manila.

Dedicated to the three priests whose execution inspired author José Rizal.

A church made of steel.

This massive Roman Catholic rosary is composed entirely of wood.

This iconic clock tower is the largest in the Philippines.

The largest United States military cemetery overseas.