History of Manila Neighborhoods
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History of Manila Neighborhoods

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What is Quiapo known for?

  • A town centered on two churches
  • A commercial district with shops and movie houses
  • The manifestation of folk religiosity and the enclave of the rich and powerful (correct)
  • A trading port developed by the Chinese and Arabs

    • Which district is known for its 'specialized' categories of streets?

  • Sampaloc
  • Sta. Cruz
  • Binondo
  • San Nicolas (correct)

    • What is Binondo known for?

  • The manifestation of folk religiosity
  • A commercial district with shops and movie houses
  • A trading port developed by the Chinese and Arabs (correct)
  • The enclave of the rich and powerful

    • Which district is known for being the first 'University Town'?

    <p>Sampaloc</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is Sta. Cruz known for?

    <p>The main commercial district with shops, movie houses, restaurants, etc.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Where were rest-houses built for the Spanish government?

    <p>San Miguel (Malacañang)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which area became the early tourist belt in Manila?

    <p>Ermita</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was Malate originally known for?

    <p>As a summer resort for wealthy Filipinos</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the primary purpose of Pandacan when it was built by the Americans?

    <p>For oil depots</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What distinguishes Paco from other towns in Manila?

    <p>It was built around a train station</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Quiapo

    • Illustrado territory, where the rich and powerful reside
    • Enclave of folk religiosity

    The Growth of Manila

    • Binondo: Developed by the Chinese and Arabs as a trading port
    • Sta. Cruz: Main commercial district with various shops, movie houses, restaurants, and more
    • San Nicolas: Commercial town built by the Spanish, featuring streets categorized by specialty (e.g., ceramics, soap, etc.)
    • Sampaloc: Known for its two churches (Our Lady of Loreto and Saint Anthony of Padua) and as the first "University Town"

    Early Development of Manila's Neighborhoods

    • San Miguel (Malacañang) was established as a residential area for Spanish government officials, with rest-houses built specifically for them.
    • Malate was initially an exclusive "summer resort" for affluent and cultured Filipinos, later transforming into a prominent fishing and salt-making town.
    • Ermita emerged as an early tourist hub, which unfortunately also gained notoriety as a red-light district.
    • Paco was the first town in Manila to be built around a train station, showcasing the area's significance in the city's transportation infrastructure.
    • Pandacan was developed by the Americans as a strategic location for oil depots, highlighting the neighborhood's importance in the country's oil industry.

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    Explore the development and characteristics of various neighborhoods in Manila, including Quiapo, Binondo, Sta. Cruz, San Nicolas, and Sampaloc.

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