Manila Cathedral

 Manila Cathedral, also called the Manila Metropolitan Cathedral-Basilica, has

been a venue for papal Masses in the country, with Blessed Paul VI in 1970 and
St John Paul II in 1981 saying their Masses. Manila Cathedral also holds religious
artworks and sacred relics of popes and saints, and serves as resting place for
the remains of former archbishops in Manila.
 It is located at Plaza de Roma in Intramuros, Manila, and its current rector is
Monsignor Nestor Cerbo.
 The Mass schedules from Monday to Friday are 7:30 a.m. and 12:10 p.m.;
Saturdays at 7:30 a.m.; and Sundays 8 a.m., 10 a.m., and 6 p.m. The church is
also open for private prayers from 8 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. and 1 p.m. to 5 p.m.

References:

 https://www.rappler.com/newsbreak/fast-facts-manila-cathedral
 https://www.pna.gov.ph/articles/1115338#:~:text=The%20Mass%20schedules
%20from%20Monday,will%20be%20distributed%20during%20Sundays.
 Plaza de Roma

 Plaza de Roma was used to be called as Plaza de Armas when it was utilized as
a locale for bullfights. The place was turned into a garden and the name was then
changed to Plaza Mayor. It was then converted into a park in 1797 and renamed
Plaza McKinley after the U.S. President William McKinley in 1901. Then it was
renamed into Plaza de Roma in 1961 to honor the Sacred College of Cardinals in
Rome following the elevation of first Filipino cardinal, Rufino J. Santos.
 The main square of Intramuros was Plaza Mayor (later known as Plaza McKinley
and Plaza de Roma) and is just across the Manila Cathedral. East of the plaza
was the Ayuntamiento, or City Hall, and facing it was the Governor's Palace, the
official residence of the Spanish viceroyalties to the Philippines.
References:
 https://www.vigattintourism.com/tourism/articles/Plaza-de-Roma-of-
Intramuros
 http://www.phtourguide.com/plaza-de-roma/
 National Museum of Anthropology

 Formerly known as the National Museum of the Filipino People, the National
Museum of Anthropology is a component of the National Museum of the
Philippines that specializes in anthropology and archaeology. The museum
contains things and artifacts related to archaeology, prehistoric societies,
languages, customs, traditions, and culture of the Philippines.
 It is very near the National Museum of Fine Arts and is just facing the National
Museum of National History. It is located in the Teodoro F. Valencia Circle in
Luneta (Rizal Park), Manila.
 Operating hours: Tuesdays-Sundays, 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
 Entrance Fee: Free
INDIGENOUS PRACTICES
Lumad: Mindanao
 Faith, Tradition and Place:
Bangsamoro Art from the National
Ethnographic Collection. The
exhibit according to the National
Museum features “the material
culture of 13 of the major Lumad
groups from the National
Ethnographic Collection which aims
to explore the significance of
Mindanao natural reserves and
resources to Lumad identity”
 It also presents “previous and recent historical and anthropological data,
particularly on their experiences, encounters, and established linkages and ties
with neighboring groups and foreigners throughout the years; and in the process
attempt to give an insight into how perceptive the Lumad peoples are of their
place and purpose”.
Kaban ng Lahi
 An Archaeological Treasures Gallery
displaying various burial jar collections
unearthed from different caves across
the country. It shows the significance of
burial traditions practiced by our
ancestors. The process of cleansing,
embalming, and burial are shown here.
 The Manunggul Jar, one of the country’s
most precious and famous jar collection,
can be found here (not just in P1,000
bill). The two prominent figures at the top handle of its cover signify the journey of
the soul to the afterlife. The jar was unearthed in Manunggul Cave, one of the
caves in the Tabon cave complex in Lipuun Point, Quezon, Palawan which is
said to be from 890-710 B.C.
Hibla ng Lahing Filipino
 The Artistry of Philippine Textiles. This
exhibit highlights the National Textile
Collection, displaying the different textile
collections from the National Museum,
National Anthropological Collection, and
from the private collection of Senator
Loren Legarda.
 Also seen here are weaving looms and
the intricate process made by our
ancestors in designing and producing
textile wear from a single simple fiber.
Baybayin
 Featuring the traditional script of ancient Filipinos. Displayed here are
archaeological artifacts such as the Laguna Copperplate Inscription, Calatagan
Pot and some books loaned by the UST, NHCP and National Library. Also
displayed are some tools, musical instruments, ornaments and pots with
Baybayin inscriptions from indigenous tribes of Mindoro and Palawan.

Entwined Spheres
 Entwined Spheres: Mats and Baskets as Containers, Conveyors and Costumes
Located at the fourth floor, it shows different mats and baskets and how they
were used by our ancestors, whether being a simple accessory or costume piece,
containers for both secular and sacred objects, for fishing, farming and in other
aspects of life. The exhibit also explores how different ethnic groups in the
country are connected and are similar to each other through basketry.

References:

 https://www.tupanggala.com/museum-of-anthropology/
 https://www.nationalmuseum.gov.ph/nationalmuseumbeta/Collections/Eth
nography.html