GMA Brandtalk
Tracking
Archives
Google offers virtual tour of 3 PHL sites for Holy Week staycation
Filipinos going on a staycation this Holy Week may want to visit at least three historic Philippine sites in Manila.
The three – Fort Santiago, Baluarte de San Diego, and Plaza San Luis Complex – are in Google's list of 10 "breathtaking wonders" to see this Holy Week.
"Real or man-made, the Philippines’ top 10 most-searched Street View Special Collections destinations of the past year are captivating and travel-bucket-list-worthy," Google said.
But even if Filipinos don't have the funds to make the trip, Google's got them covered, via its Street View rendering of the three sites.
According to Google, landmarks with rich cultural histories fascinated Filipino virtual explorers the most.
"Pinoys delighted in man-made structures representing freedom, love and power, with Fort Santiago topping the list. Out of the seven countries listed, home remains a top choice for Pinoys to explore as two other historical landmarks in Intramuros also appear on the set," it added.
The 10 destinations Filipinos searched for most on Street View include:
- one of the most important historical sites in Manila, built in the late 1500s. National hero Jose Rizal was held there until his execution.
2. Eiffel Tower, Paris, France
- the 324-meter-tall structure was built in 1889 as the entrance arch to the World's Fair.
3. Pyramids of Giza, Egypt
- oldest and last remaining structure of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World.
4. Champ de Mars, Paris, France
- the park located between the Eiffel Tower and Military School offers the best view of the Eiffel Tower.
5. Taj Mahal, Agra, India
- considered the jewel of Muslim art in India, it was commissioned by Mughal Emperor Shah Jahan in memory of his wife Mumtaz Mahal.
6. Baluarte de San Diego, Manila, Philippines
- built to strengthen the defense of the 17th century Spanish colonial rule against invaders.
7. Burj Khalifa, Dubai, UAE
- the world’s tallest man-made structure at 829.8 meters tall.
8. Plaza San Luis Complex, Manila, Philippines
- the replica houses of Casa Blanca, Casa Urdaneta, Los Hidalgos, El Hogar Filipino, and Casa Manila in the Plaza San Luis Complex are based on original building plans.
9. Galapagos Islands, Ecuador
- offers an underwater adventure where one can swim among seals and schools of fish without getting wet.
10. Central Park, New York
- has 341 hectares of trees, fields, lakes, wildlife and other attractions.
— Joel Locsin/LBG, GMA News
