Taxi drivers are usually tipped depending on the figure in the taxi meter. Metro Manila Manila is the capital of the Philippines. It is by far the biggest city in the country, with a population of about 10 million. Manila is the center of arts and culture, the seat of government and the financial, industrial, commercial and business hub of the nation. It offers the visitor a uniqueness that can be found in practically every facet of life.
Manila is a sprawling metropolis which showcases the country s healthy blend of east and west.
While practically all Filipinos speak and understand English, migrants from all over the country retain and use the dialect of their region. There are over 100 different dialects in the country. There are several interesting landmarks to see within Metro Manila. The country's premier business district, Makati, throbs with a different life. Busy sidewalks and avenues lead to hushed office sanctums, sparkling malls, elegant shops, swank galleries and boutiques, and some of the most valuable residential real estates in the country.