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Fun fact 2 about Manila

Cityscape of Manila, 2025 (01)
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Manila became famous for its role in the Manila–Acapulco galleon trade, which lasted for more than two centuries.

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Manila

Philippines

Country
Philippines
Population
1.8M
Coordinates
14.60, 120.98
177th most populous city in the world

Manila, officially the City of Manila, is the capital and second-most populous city of the Philippines after Quezon City. According to the 2024 census, it has a population of 1,902,590 people. Located on the eastern shore of Manila Bay on the island of Luzon, it is classified as a highly urbanized city.

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