While it has brought a much needed life and character to the eastern part of the metropolis, Metrowalk has had a controversial history, as well as an uncertain future despite the opportunities ahead.
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The Beauty of Amerigo Vespucci
Italy's maritime pride the Amerigo Vespucci docked in Manila last September 14-18, 2024 and it was opportunity to learn more about this storied ship as to what makes it to be in contention to be the "most beautiful ship in the world."
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Riverbanks Center: Marikina’s Overlooked Gem
Marikina has been considered a model city within the metropolis for its cleanliness and good urban planning that has remained unchanged amidst the changing administrations of the city. This is evident in the many places within the city that the Urban Roamer has written about Marikina’s beauty which you can check out in the archives. Moreso this particular place which is the subject of this entry. Truth be told, this was a long overdue entry as the Urban Roamer has been to this place a few times. Nevertheless, during those times those were just cursory visits and were not opportunities for this roamer to fully explore what it has to…
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Bridgetowne: the Township Straddling Two Cities and a River
Crossing a river and two cities, Bridgetowne is looking to make a mark on the metropolis beyond its unique geographical situation.
