A writer who grew up in the streets of New Manila recalls the grandeur of a once elegant neighborhood, as well as the spirits and ghosts that haunted some of it

Bridge at San Sebastián with homes along the estero (canal) in Manila during the time of Spanish rule. Photographer: unknown Provider: LIFE Credits: Mansell Copyright: © Time Inc.

THE NORMAL SCHOOL, Manila. circa 1910

Manila and her immediate towns and landmarks were always the main feature during the American regime. Escolta street earn the moniker “Queen of Manila’s street” since this one of …

The Philippines: "Then and Now" Photos - Compiled Threads Pardon me if this site has been posted already...

https://flic.kr/p/SdZQB5 | Ateneo de Manila facade along Sta. Lucia Street, Intramuros, Manila, Philippines, 1887 | Municipal Ateneo de Manila Album, Philippines National Library of Spain

Manila is dissected north and south by the Pasig River and of course, many esteros. As a matter of fact in the early 1900s, Manila had been referred to as “Venice of the Orient”,…

This is a scan from a stereo view card photograph. Stereo view cards were popular mid to late 1800s into the 1900s. I do not own or have the card in my possession.