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6 Reasons to book a trip to the Pasig River via the Zooper Cruise

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Why do you travel? Possibly,most people would say that traveling is escaping from their stressful life. In my case, I travel not only to unwind but also to learn. For me traveling and learning should go hand in hand. Learning through traveling does not only means learning through our exhilarating and enervating experiences but also embracing the culture, tradition and history of each place. As the Prophet Mohammed had put it into his words: Don’t tell me how educated you are, tell me how much you traveled.” Indeed, it is through traveling that we could have the opportunity to reflect and gain some wisdom making us wiser individuals. So let me give you the 6 reasons why you should book a trip to the Pasig River via the Zooper Cruise.Then again, let me first give you a glimpse of what Zooper Group is all about Zooper Cruise Zooper Cruise is the newest venture of Zoomanity Group. It is a two-hour tour from Valenzuela Ferry Station to Escolta Ferry Station and vice versa. During th...

National Museum of the Philippines - Museum of the Filipino People

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National Museum of the Philippines - Museum of the Filipino People Museum of the Filipino People - The National Museum The Museum of the Filipino People is one of the various branches of the National Museum of the Philippines across the country.The most famous among their branches were the National Art Gallery and the National Planetarium. The museum is just across the main branch of the National Museum.Also, the structure use to house the Department of Finance.  Particularly, this branch houses the culture and development of the Filipino Societies. It also,showcases a wide array of relevant artifacts.  The Interior Design of the National Museum     I'm an avid fan of classic interior design hence I cannot help but admire the intricate details of the museum's interiors.Here are some of favorite spots. I am always fascinated with grand staircases. The Exhibits found at the National Museum The building has six floors primarily...

National Museum of the Philippines -National Art Gallery

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This signage will welcome you upon entering the perimeters of the museum grounds. I failed to take a shot of the museum's facade because my camera's battery ran out. The National Art Gallery of the National Museum The National Art Gallery is the the main branch of the National Museum of the Philippines.It is located along Taft Avenue, one of Manila's busiest roads. The museum's building used to house the Philippine Senate and the Philippine House of Representatives.   The Galleries found inside the  National Art Gallery of the National Museum The building has dedicated two floors for different exhibits. Since, I got tons of photos on my files I decided to include few of my favorite pieces. Juan Luna Gallery  at the National Museum Juan Luna is one of the renowned painters in the Philippines who played a vital role in the propaganda move against the Spanish rule during the 19th century. Busk of Juan Luna at the National M...