Though largely forgotten because of how ubiquitous GPS and navigation maps have now become, before these technologies, there was a much simpler way to know where you were: kilometer markers.
Sep 25, 2024 10:02 AM
These kilometer markers are used to measure the distance from one point to another, as well as indicate to the traveler how far they are from the next town: useful information particularly during horse and carriage times and for travelers looking for an inn.The modern kilometer marker will first indicate the units its numbers are in . The number directly below the topmost letter is the distance from KM-0, usually located in the country’s capital city.
KM-0 wasn’t always at this location. In fact, for quite some time, KM-0 was actually right in front of the Manila Cathedral in Intramuros. After all, before the 20th century, when one said Manila, it was likely in reference to Intramuros. Not surprisingly, this site was chosen by our colonizers, the Spanish, who conquered the country under the banner of Catholicism.
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