Small But Mighty: Despite its small land area of only about 18.64 square kilometers, Pasay plays a significant role as a transportation and business gateway.
Role in the Philippine-American War: During the Philippine-American War (1899–1902), Pasay was a strategic area, given its proximity to Manila.
Early Leadership: Pasay was among the first towns to elect a female mayor. In 1947, Paz Marquez Benitez, a prominent writer and educator, briefly served as its acting mayor.
Home to the Philippine Airlines Headquarters: Pasay serves as the home base of Philippine Airlines (PAL), the country's flag carrier.
Baclaran Church: The National Shrine of Our Mother of Perpetual Help, or Baclaran Church, is one of the most visited Catholic churches in the country, with thousands of devotees attending its Wednesday novena.
Coconut Palace: The Coconut Palace, a grand structure made largely from coconut materials, is in Pasay and serves as the Vice President’s official residence.