Intramuros

Intramuros is a historic walled city in Manila that hosts various cultural events and festivals, such as the Grand Santacruzan and the Intramuros Summer Festival. The Intramuros Administration has launched initiatives like the 'Intramuros Evenings' program and an affordable passport for access to major heritage sites during summer, promoting tourism and preserving Filipino traditions.

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Last updated at August 2, 2025.

Recent stories about Intramuros

Comelec conducts mock election for BARMM polls

On Saturday, July 26, 2025, the Commission on Elections (Comelec) conducted a mock election in Intramuros to prepare for the upcoming BARMM Parliamentary Elections scheduled for October 13.
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Habagat, Dante, Emong cause Luzon floods, 2.7M affected

Heavy rains from the Southwest Monsoon (Habagat) and tropical cyclones Dante and Emong caused flooding in several Catholic churches across Luzon, including San Agustin Church in Intramuros, Manila on Wednesday.
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DOT, RUNRIO renew sports tourism partnership

The Department of Tourism (DOT) and RUNRIO have renewed their partnership to promote sports tourism in the Philippines from 2025 to 2028.
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US Cardinal Prevost elected Pope Leo XIV

American Cardinal Robert Prevost was elected as the 267th leader of the Catholic Church on Thursday, May 8, taking the papal name Leo XIV and becoming the first pope from the United States.
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Senators warn of foreign interference in elections after Chinese national arrested with suspected surveillance gear near Comelec

Senate Majority Leader Francis Tolentino and several senators expressed alarm over the arrest of a Chinese national carrying suspected surveillance equipment near the Commission on Elections (Comelec) office, urging vigilance against foreign interference in the upcoming elections.
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LAV program starts for election workers, media

Government employees and other individuals performing election-related duties can start casting their votes today under the Local Absentee Voting (LAV) program.
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DOT mobilizes centers for Holy Week tourism

The Department of Tourism (DOT) is mobilizing regional operations centers nationwide to ensure the safety and efficiency of travel for over 30 million domestic and international tourists during Holy Week.
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Manila universities suspend classes over transport strike

Several universities in Manila have suspended face-to-face classes on Monday, March 24, due to a three-day transport strike initiated by Manibela.
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Marcos Jr. inaugurates Phase 3 of Pasig River rehab

President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. inaugurated Phase 3 of the Pasig River rehabilitation project in Intramuros on Thursday, underscoring its importance to the city’s history and future.
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Fort Santiago undergoes restorative cleaning

Fort Santiago in Intramuros underwent a thorough restorative cleaning to preserve its cultural heritage, marking the beginning of efforts to maintain historical sites in the area.
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