Binondo Manila

Binondo is an enclave in Manila  primarily populated by ethnic Chinese living in the Philippines. It is the oldest Chinatown in the world, established in 1594. Historically, this was where the Spanish permitted converted sangleys, their indigenous Filipino wives, and their mixed-race descendants, the mestiza de sangley or Chinese mestizos, to reside. Similarly, Parían, an area near Intramuros, was where the Spanish first restricted unconverted Chinese immigrants. They allowed sangley settlement at Parían because it was within the range of Intramuros' cannons, and they felt they could control any uprising from the labourers.

 

Intramuros Manila: San Agusting Church, Capturing the Heritage of Filipino Culture

Intramuros Manila.  Looking back the remains of oldest street of Manila.  It was 2001 then when I first stepped to St. Agustin Church.  My friend together with her nun foster guardian showed to me the religious history of church during Spaniards time.  Its like church museum collected in different part of the Philippines and some were brought by Spanish priests in the country.  The time we went back, some relics were closed for public tour.

  

Aliwan Festival 2009

April 25, 2009. Going with photographer friends in such fun and exciting events of the Philippines big festivals which yearly held in Manila Philippines.

It was also when I accompanied my friend who wanted to buy his camera.  I remembered the time when I was in his situation.  Can't firmly decide which band would be best for me since its quiet expensive to cash out money in my pocket.  Anyways, finally he picked his choice and I hope I am not become bad influence friend to rip off his cash!

Next destination . . .  the ALIWAN FESTIVAL 2009!

So excited to get along with my photographer friends. Two years ago.  I have no camera, oh just a borrowed one from friends and hmmm not even know how to operate its features.   Thanks God! I was surrounded by unselfish new friends who tough me lots of stuff about taking photos.

The hit of the sun push us more to be inspired with the amazing talent presentation of each provinces with their entry for the said festival.  Vibrant colors added fantastic talents and exhibitions.

Aliwan Festival In the Philippines 2008

Aliwan Festival 2008 is the start of my enthusiast in taking photos.  Together with my officemate, we headed Pasay Manila early in the morning to first meet the group of photo pro and amateur new found friends.