But as the Philippine capital continued to evolve through the years, it was able to keep pieces of its heritage through the walled streets of Intramuros and art deco buildings in Escolta.
Manila also boasts of the best sunset view at the baywalk along Roxas Boulevard.
Also at the heart of the city is the iconic Luneta Park, which houses the historical Rizal monument as well as open lawns ideal for family picnics.
A trip to Manila wouldn’t be complete without tasting authentic Chinese delicacies in Binondo and hunting for bargain finds in Quiapo and Divisoria.
Because of its distinct character and rich cultural history, New San Jose Builders Inc. (NSJBI) has chosen Manila as the location of its new high-rise condominium building—the Victoria de Manila 2.
The building is also located near the country’s top schools, namely the De La Salle University, St. Scholastica’s College, De La Salle-College of St. Benilde, Philippine Women’s University, and the University of the Philippines Manila.
For shopping needs, Robinsons Place Manila and SM Manila are conveniently located within the area.
The tall Victoria de Manila 2 provides the best views of the city with the Makati skyline on the east, sprawling Luneta Park on the west, Cavite on the south, and the picturesque Manila Bay sunset on the north.
“Time will take over these buildings, but one thing we can guarantee our clients is that the view of the beautiful sunset a thousand years from now will still be the same,” said Victoria de Manila 2 sales head Emmanuel Estrella.
“It is truly an exciting place to be, and this is why we placed our project there. We want to be at the center of this exciting city,” he added.
Upscale facilities
The Victoria de Manila 2 boasts of an upscale indoor sports facility that caters to tennis, basketball, and volleyball enthusiasts.
“Expect the quality of the facility to be very upscale. An example would be, instead of just cement for the basketball court, laminated wood specialized for indoor basketball courts will be used,” said Estrella.
Unit owners will also have an exclusive gym and pool, their own jogging path, playground, and function room.
“If you are a resident of Victoria de Manila 2, not only will you enjoy the usual facilities accorded to you by the condo, but you can also enjoy the facilities in the sports center,” Estrella said.
Apart from upscale facilities, Victoria de Manila 2 also provides 24/7 security to its unit owners.
“If you have a kid studying nearby, you have a choice to put him or her in a dormitory wherein you have no assurance of his security, or just get a condo. We give the assurance that he is secured with the 24-hour security and has all the facilities he needs, including the indoor sports facility, which is unique to Victoria de Manila 2,” he said.
Because NSJBI is both the developer and contractor of the project, units are sold in affordable price.
“Competitors are having a hard time catching up with the affordability that we are offering. Our sales volume is a testimony of our success,” said Estrella.
NSJBI also offers affordable, accessible and flexible financing packages to accommodate all types of buyers.
To drum in its theme of “I love Manila,” Victoria de Manila 2 is set to hold an open house at Ibarra’s Garden, Ermita, on August 29, featuring artists Los Viajeros and DJ Lara A of 107.5 Win Radio.
A motorcade will be held along streets and barangays surrounding Victoria de Manila 2.