Manila

Name: Manila
Address: Southeast Asia, Philippines

Southeast Asia, Philippines

Philippines

People from Manila are called:

Male/General:

Manileño

Pronunciation:

/məˈnɪlə/

Quick Facts

Population:: 1,846,513 (city), 14,667,089 (metro, 2024 est.)
Country:: Philippines
Region:: Southeast Asia

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Etymology & Origin

From Tagalog 'may-nilà', referring to the nilad plant. The demonym is 'Manileño'.

About Manila

Capital city of the Philippines and part of Metro Manila.
One of the most densely populated cities in the world.
Historic Intramuros district from Spanish colonial period.
Major center of commerce, education, and culture.
Known for vibrant street life, shopping malls, and nightlife.

Nearby Places

Other places in the region and their demonyms

Taipei

1,150 km north

People are called:

Taipeian

Hong Kong

1,150 km northwest

People are called:

Hongkonger

Jakarta

2,900 km southwest

People are called:

Jakartan

Quick Facts

Population:: 1,846,513 (city), 14,667,089 (metro, 2024 est.)
Country:: Philippines
Region:: Southeast Asia

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