Looking at these old postcards give me a sense of
nostalgia, a feeling of sentimentality to the rich history and glorious days of
this city called MANILA. We can recall what our grandparents’ stories about this wonderful city go, these
were the days when riding the tramvia was the easiest way to commute; when shopping
in Escolta was fun and a delightful experience; when washing one’s clothes on
the banks of Pasig River was prevalent; taking a swim in Manila bay was still
safe; and enjoying a stroll at Dewey Blvd (now Roxas Blvd) with the cool sea breeze
without too much pollution. These were
the good old days which one could reminisce and see what we have missed.
There are vintage postcards of old Manila that our grandparents
once knew. It is very different from our
present Manila but some of its former charm and enchantment are still there.
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| Malate Church, Manila |
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| In Spanish Days - Malecon Dive, Manila |
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| In Empire Days - Santa Cruz Church and Plaza |
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| Santa Lucia Gate to Walled City |
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| Union Church |
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| Calle Rosario, principal Chinese business street of Manila |
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| Bilibid Prison |
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| Binondo Lift Bridge |
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| Monkey Cage, Botanical Gardens |
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| Bridge of Spain |
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| Bridge of Spain |
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| Calle Rosario |
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| Manila City Hall |
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| Estero Sibacong, Tondo |
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| Fort Santiago |
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| Germinal Cigar Factory |
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| Insular Ice Plant |
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| Isabel Gate to Walled City |
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| La Insular Cigar and Cigarette Factory |
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| Malacanan Palace, Residence of Governor-General |
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| Monte de Piedad Catholic Church Pawnshop and Saving Bank |
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| Plaza Morga |
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| Post Office Manila |
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| Rear of La Quinta Market |
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| Rear View of Quinta Market |
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| San Miguel Brewery |
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| Bureau of Science Building |
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| Tondo Beach |
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| Tondo Market |
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| Malacanan Palace, Residence of Governor-General |
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| Ayuntamiento Building, Headquarters of the Civil Government in the Philippines decorated for July 4th. |
Thanks for these vintage photos of old Pinas. They make memories talk.
ReplyDeleteGood day! I am a researcher from GMA News TV – Kiko Rustia presents: Dis Is Pinas. It is a weekly 30-minute block-timer program that features various Philippine heritage sites like landmarks, historical buildings and other significant natural structures.
ReplyDeleteWe would like to ask for your permission to borrow these pictures. We will be using it for our upcoming episode about Manila on June 21, 2014, Saturday 11:30am-12nn. Rest assured that we will give you proper courtesy/ credits for the pictures. If you could also provide us your email so that we could send our formal letter to you. Thank you and God bless!
Sure you can use them just give credit to my site.
DeleteEven at 72YO, I'm still too young to have seen the glory days of Manila. I was a freshman college student in the late 50's so I can barely relate, though strongly in a few cases, with most of the photos. What I am most concerned, however, the postcard No. 285 labeled "City Hall, Manila". Does anybody have another version or point of view (taken from another angle) of this structure? I am hardly qualified to challenge the authenticity of this image as that of Manila City but my gut feel says this may be mislabeled. I would be most happy to be corrected.
ReplyDeleteHi, Really great effort. Everyone should read this article. Thanks for sharing.
ReplyDeleteThanks for sharing. I hope it will be helpful for too many people that are searching for this topic. Keep posting and keep this forum a great place to learn things.
ReplyDeleteHello! I'm Rachelle Cabanadaa, a student from UP-Manila and I am currently conducting a research on Manila's old bridges. I would like to ask permission on borrowing some of your pictures here. Rest assured you will be given a proper credit
ReplyDeleteThanks!
You've shared postcard, it's really wonderful. You have provided very good information and this is very important. People get very basic benefits from reading such information.
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Good day!
ReplyDeleteI am Shiloah Torrechiva, an editorial assistant of Vibal Foundation, the philantropic arm of Vibal Group, Inc. We have an upcoming book titled, Imprenta de Ramirez y Giraudier. In line with this, we would like to ask for your permission to reproduce the image of Monte de Piedad Pawnshop. We also ask if you can give your email address so we can send you a formal message.
Should you have any queries, please feel free to send me a mail at sgtorrechiva@vibalgroup.com.
Thank you very much!
May I please know where you bought these postcards/where in the Philippines is the best place to buy vintage postcards? Thanks!
ReplyDeleteGood day! I'm Jaimee Maniago, a student from De La Salle University - Dasmariñas, I would like to use the photographs of the postcards in my research. May I know if I could get your permission on using it as reference for my research? Here's my e-mail: imeemaniago@gmail.com. Hoping you could help me. Thank you.
ReplyDeleteSure you can use them for your research.
DeleteHello! Asking permission as well to use these beautiful photos for a research into Old Manila and its heritage. Assuredly, due credit will be given to your website. Matthew Caudal.
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