Love the Philippines: A tour through local heritage sites for discerning travellers

Though only a few still stand today, architectural remnants of the Philippines’ past hold so much to uncover. One such example is the picturesque site of Las Casas Filipinas De Acuzar in Bataan, a must-visit for both locals and tourists. Here, cobblestone streets and stunning restored ancestral homes adorn nearly every corner, showcasing the heritage and craftsmanship that distinguishes the country.

Closer to Manila, there is Intramuros or the ‘walled city’. Traverse through its quaint, old-world streets, and you’ll find that every detail tells the ongoing tale of a nation proud of its roots and dedicated to its conservation. At these heritage sites, the essence of the Philippines truly unfolds—and it is a story intricately woven with threads of tradition, resilience, and creativity.

Tatler has captured both of these storied places in the immersive video below. As the lens pans over the architectural wonders of Intramuros and Las Casas Filipinas De Acuzar, it is an invitation to savour the lasting sophistication that comes from weaving the old and the new.