Events and Culture

Tucked beside the Taguig River lies the historic parish of St. Anne, which was originally constructed in the 1600s by Augustinian friars. Its key features include an old funerary chapel constructed in the 1700s and the Museo de Sta. Ana, which contains religious relics and artifacts.

Track 30th is an active park with plenty of space for fitness lovers - a jogging path, yoga and exercise lawn, fitness art, and a meditation garden with interactive art installations made of recycled materials.

Terra 28th is a laid back park with art installations set in a landscaped, open space. It is a popular recreation space for those who live and/or work in the area.

The Mind Museum has something for all kids and kids-at-heart. A non-profit project of Bonifacio Art Foundation, Inc., it has 250 interactive exhibits told through 5 interconnected stories: The "Atom Gallery: The Strange World of the Very Small", "Life Gallery: The Exuberant Varieties of Life", "Earth Gallery: Nature Across the Breadth of Time", "Universe Gallery: The Beginning and Majesty of the Cosmos", and "Technology Gallery: The Showcase of Human Ingenuity". All of them are geared towards sparking greater curiosity and interest in science since the museum was opened to the public on March 16, 2012.

The Pasig Cathedral is one of Pasig City's oldest and most important historical structures, having been founded by Augustinian friars on July 2, 1537 - coinciding with the day Pasig was founded as a town (now city). Located in Plaza Rizal, it is the mother church and episcopal seat of the Diocese of Pasig and one of the oldest structures in the city. Its architecture follows a Spanish Baroque style made with adobe blocks. An 18th century bell can also be located within the church grounds.

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This urban park in the Ortigas business district provides a patch of green for workers and professionals in the area. It connects Ruby Rd. and F. Ortigas Jr. Road and is often used as a shortcut from one road to the other. It also doubles as small events area, with a coffee shop and convenience store located within the premises.

Pasay has an interesting mix of contrasts. On one hand, it contains some of the metro's most well-preserved public spaces and brutalist structures such as the Philippine International Convention Center (PICC) and Cultural Center of the Philippines (CCP); on the other hand, it has a large concentration of bayside casinos, international conference centers and hotels such as those located within and near the SM Central Business Park - due to its proximity to the airport and the Manila Bay.

The Philippine International Convention Center (PICC) has been a mute witness to various local and international conventions and events since it was inaugurated in 1976.  Located in the Cultural Center of the Philippines Complex, its brutalist architecture was designed by Filipino National Artist for architectre, Leandro Locsin. It sits on a 12-hectare area with expansive interiors that consist of, chandelier-lit lobby, a reception Hall that can accommodate 5,000 guests, a 3,500-seat Plenary Hall, more than 30 event and meeting rooms, plus a wide range of facilities that can PICC previously served as the office of the Vice President of the Philippines until 2005. 

Source/s: Business World

This specialty museum showcases Marikina's vibrant shoemaking industry. It tells the rich history of how Marikina renowned craftsmanship came to be, with glass cases diosplaying shoes donated by famous celebrities, public figures, and politicians, including around 200 pairs of shoes that belong to fomer first lady Imelda Marcos. The structure housing the Shoe Museum in Marikina was built in the 1860s and served different purposes throughout time, such as a rice mill and garrison during the Japanese occupation. A nearly-hundred-year-old tree lies outside its front door, which was revived and preserved after having fallen victim to the elements over time.

The oldest existing theater in the Philippines, The Metropolitan Theater or "grand dame" of Manila gives a glimpse of the city's old grandeur. It was declared a National Cultural Treasure and a National Historical landmark and features distinctively art deco architecture. The theater was inaugurated in December 10, 1931, and. after some careful restoration efforts, was reopened again to the public in 2021.