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Intramuros, Manila’s historic “Walled City,” has once again been recognized as Asia’s Leading Tourist Attraction at the World Travel Awards Asia and Oceania Gala, held earlier this month at City of Dreams, Manila.
“We are delighted that Intramuros continues to captivate both local and international travelers. Its storied walls remind us of our resilience as a people,” said Tourism Secretary Christina Garcia Frasco.The Philippines, which hosted the WTA for the first time, also garnered multiple accolades, including Asia’s Leading Luxury Island Destination for Boracay, Asia’s Leading Beach Destination, and Asia’s Leading Wedding Destination for Cebu.
The Department of Tourism has supported several initiatives to enhance the visitor experience, including the opening of the Intramuros Tourist Center, launched in June by First Lady Louise Araneta-Marcos. “The Intramuros Tourist Center underscores our commitment to preserving Manila’s unique cultural heritage while providing a dynamic space for visitors to engage with our history,” Frasco added.Intramuros, originally the center of political, religious, and educational life in colonial Manila, offers a range of historic sites.
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