Architectures

Philippine International Convention Center

The Philippine International Convention Center (PICC) was initiated by Presidential Decree No. 520 signed by President Ferdinand Marcos on July 23, 1974. Designed by architect Leandro Locsin, later named a National Artist of the Philippines, it was built to position Metro Manila as a financial hub in Southeast Asia. Completed in just 23 months, the PICC, originally named the Manila International Conference Center, was renamed in 1975. Officially inaugurated on September 5, 1976, it became Asia's first international convention center and hosted its first major event, the 1976 IMF-World Bank Meeting, the following month. The construction is often linked to Imelda Marcos’ "edifice complex," symbolizing national prosperity and prestige.

Cultural Center of the Philippines

The Cultural Center of the Philippines was created in 1966 with the purpose

of promoting and preserving the best of Filipino arts and culture. Since

then, the CCP has sought to embody the values of katotohanan (truth),

kagandahan (beauty) and kabutihan (goodness). The CCP has been at the

forefront of culture and the arts for over 50 years and continues to work

with the government, business, academe, and international community for

a thriving local creative industry that respects tradition, spurs innovation, increases social awareness, and enriches the Philippine brand and economy.

Quezon Memorial Monument

The Quezon Memorial Monument, located at the heart of Quezon Memorial Circle in Quezon City, is a towering structure dedicated to President Manuel L. Quezon, the "Father of the Philippine National Language." Designed by architect Federico Ilustre, the monument features three vertical pylons, each standing 66 meters tall, symbolizing the three major island groups of the Philippines: Luzon, Visayas, and Mindanao. At the top of each pylon are sculptures of mourning angels created by Italian artist Francesco Monti. The monument also serves as a mausoleum housing the remains of President Quezon and his wife, Aurora Quezon. Construction began in the 1930s as part of President Quezon's vision for a new capital city but was interrupted by World War II. It resumed post-war and was completed in 1978. The site includes a museum that commemorates Quezon's life, leadership, and contributions to Philippine history, embodying unity and national pride.

Smart Araneta Coliseum

The Araneta Coliseum, or the "Big Dome," was constructed between 1957 and 1959 in Cubao, Quezon City, and was designed by architect Dominador Lacson Lugtu and engineer Leonardo Onjunco Lugtu. It was envisioned by entrepreneur J. Amado Araneta as the centerpiece of the Araneta Center, a large commercial complex. The coliseum features a massive dome with a diameter of 108 meters, supported by prefabricated arches and reinforced concrete pillars. It opened in 1960 and has since hosted significant events, including the historic "Thrilla in Manila" boxing match in 1975, numerous sports events, beauty pageants, and concerts. Despite being surpassed in size by newer structures, the Araneta Coliseum remains a key cultural and sports venue, undergoing major renovations in 1999 and 2011 to modernize its facilities and seating.

Philippine Veterans Bank in Manila

The concept of a bank for veterans of World War II was conceived in 1956, when a war reparations agreement was signed between Japan and the Philippines.

The Philippine Veterans Bank was born on June 18, 1963, through Republic Act No. 3518.

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