The main city and the capital of the Philippines are located on the island of Luzon and spread along the eastern shore of Manila Bay at the mouth of the Pasig River. The city doesn’t always make the news for the right reasons, but if you want a vivacious and underappreciated city, Manila is ready to challenge your assumptions. The city carries a legacy dating back centuries and was ruled by many countries including Spain, America, and Japan, all of which left behind a part of their culture in the city. Owing to the various places to visit in Manila like churches and historical monuments, the city is also called the ‘Rome of the East’. But the city has more than just history; there are beautiful parks, amusement parks, and other tourist attractions just waiting to be explored.