Accomplished!
Polima, St. Pablo, Santa Rosa
Saturday, August 28, 2010
Monday, August 23, 2010
Friday, August 20, 2010
Sunday, August 15, 2010
Thursday, August 12, 2010
Mission #9: Ride a Jeepney
Accomplished!
It was super fun. Basically, jeepneys are like public buses, but they look very cool. While they do follow a route, drivers can take you up to your exact destination. And you can ask him to stop anytime, anywhere. A ride only costs 7 pesos!
Off the EDSA Station
Tuesday, August 10, 2010
Mission #8: Pray in the Cathedral
Accomplished!
The Philippines is 80% Catholic. In Metro Manila, there are many beautiful churches that have Spanish architecture.
Manila Cathedral
Mission #7: Discover the Church
Accomplished!
It's the only building not destroyed when the Philippines was invaded during WWII. And now, it's a World Heritage site!
St. Agustin Church
Mission #6: Tour Intramuros
Accomplished!
I walked awhile before actually finding the area. According to Wikipedia, its the oldest district in Manila. It had been heavily damaged during the Second World War.
Intramuros
Mission #5: Take the LRT
Accomplished!
I walked about 500meters along the main street of the hostel and finally found the Light Rail Transit, Abad Santos Station. Single Ticket only costs 15 pesos (35 cents).
Abad Santos Station
Mission #2: Find Hostel
Accomplished!
It took over an hour to get to the hostel in traffic time. The taxi driver was super nice and helpful. He didn't try to hustle me or anything. I found the hostel!
August 9, 2010
Red Carabao
Mission #1: Arrive in Manila
Accomplished!
It was a long wait at the airport because I came way too early. I was worried about having too much luggage. But things work out fine.
Ninoy Aquino International Airport
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