Metropolitan Manila - Metro Manila (National Capital Region) |
(Filipino: Kalakhang Maynila, Kamaynilaan), commonly known as Metro Manila, the National Capital Region (NCR) |
| Makati Islands Philippines The City of Makati is one of the cities and municipalities that make up Metro Manila, the greater metropolitan area of the national capital of the Philippines. It is the major financial, commercial and economic hub in the Philippines, often referred to as the financial capital of the Philippines since many global companies have their offices and headquarters in the city. Makati is also home to the influential Makati Business Club and the Philippine Stock Exchange. Ayala Avenue, running through the heart of downtown Makati Central Business District is often called the Wall Street of the Philippines. |
Travel Quotes: Like all great travellers, I have seen more than I remember, and remember more than I have seen. Benjamin Disraeli
Philippine Cuisine Island PhilippinesPuchero (beef in bananas and tomato sauce), afritada (chicken and/or pork simmered in a peanut sauce with vegetables), kare-kare (oxtail and vegetables cooked in peanut sauce), pinakbet (kabocha squash, eggplant, beans, okra, and tomato stew flavored with shrimp paste) crispy pata (deep-fried pigs leg), hamonado (pork sweetened in pineapple sauce), sinigang (meat or seafood in sour broth), pancit (noodles), and lumpia (fresh or fried spring rolls). More details at Philippine Cuisine Island Philippines Makati Islands Philippines Makati Travel Guides - Makati Travel Informations Makati City History - Makati Boundary Dispute - Makati Climate - Makati Economy - Makati Geography & Landmarks Makati Housing & Residences - Makati Population - Makati Seal - Makati Transportation - Makati Education Culture & Sports Makati Festivals - Makati Restaurants - Makati Shopping Centers - Makati Hotels Accomodation Makati Tourist Information - Makati Sightseeing - Alveo High Street South |