Binondo (Chinatown)Established in 1594, the city of Manila's enclave of Binondo is
the oldest 'Chinatown' in the world - and remains to this day as
one of the largest, most authentic, and most culturally intriguing
to foreign visitors. Binondo was established by the Spanish at the
end of the 16th century, when they gave some tax-free land that lay
outside the bounds of Manila to (converted) Catholic Chinese
immigrants, along with self-governing privileges. The immigrants,
who hailed mainly from China's Fujian province, soon established a
bustling community - and these days, Binondo is one of modern
Manila's most vibrant areas, constantly buzzing with trade and
activity. Most visitors to Manila visit Chinatown to shop at the
wholesale stores, where everything under the sun may be purchased
(and usually at good prices); or else to sample the wide range of
exotic cuisine. One of Binondo's best features is its converted
movie theatres, which now house top-quality restaurants turning out
traditional Chine |
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