Weddings in Manila: How to Choose a Photographer and the Best Place for a Photo Shoot
Magic landscapes, fantastic sunsets, delicious national dishes and local hospitality. What else is needed for a dream wedding? Maybe, a wedding photographer who will take pictures and save these incredible moments of happiness in the photo!
If you are getting married in Manila, the capital of the Philippines, here is how to choose your perfect wedding photographer. Here you will see portfolios of the best wedding photographers in Manila.
Why Manila?
Manila is a huge conglomerate of several cities. These cities and counties are stacked with each other like a complex puzzle, and form a single giant metropolis. The area of the city is about 38 square kilometers, but Manila, at the same time, is one of the most densely populated on Earth. About 12,000,000 people of different nationalities, ages, religions live here. All of them peacefully coexist with each other and feel comfortable in a small territory.
No wonder, friendliness is part of Filipino culture. This allows them to enjoy life and enjoy it every day. Guests are always welcome in the Phippines. Filipinos love festivities and fun, and your wedding will not go unnoticed. Be prepared that the locals will congratulate you, smile and wish you happiness.
The city is located on the island of Luzon in the Pacific Ocean. The very word 'ma nila'means 'a place where there is a nila'. Nila is an important concept in Tagalog culture. This is an algae that annually turns the waters of the river into a fantastic light green color. The word has been fixed since ancient times, passed from generation to generation. Today, as well as centuries ago, this is the name of the city.
However, Manila is not only a city, but also an agglomeration. It also includes other cities: Marikina, Muntinlupa, Pasig, Mandaluyong and others. All these regions differ in architecture, lifestyle, daily routine, and sometimes language. So you can easily choose the perfect location for your wedding.
The City of Manila is a combination of historical periods, cultures, religions and traditions. The history of Manila has had a lot of interesting things, but also a lot of complexities. The locals have kept reminders of each historical period. These reminders live in the streets of the city, architecture, city planning, traditions and holidays.
Initially, paganism existed in Manila, but later the Muslims occupied the lands. They built many monuments of Muslim culture in it.
In the 16th century, the Spaniards arrived under the leadership of Lopez de Legaspi, who founded the city. The so-called Intramuros (‘surrounded by walls’), a fortified region where the aristocrats lived, became the center of the city. Today, Intramuros has been preserved, and every corner here reminds of the good old Europe.
Choosing Locations for a Photo Shoot in Manila
There are many places for wedding photography in Manila including many architectural and natural monuments, however, a simple walk will give you a lot of impressions. Here we will talk about good locations for photos.
The Cathedral, located in the heart of the city, in the famous area of Intramuros. An amazing piece of architecture. Unfortunately, the original building of the cathedral was destroyed during the war, but the Filipinos were able to rebuild it. The building combines several styles: Renaissance, Neo-Byzantine, and Romanesque.
The National Museum. It was built in 1901 by the famous Daniel Burnham. The museum has 3 main parts: the Art Gallery with paintings by artists of the 19th century, the Observatory, and the Museum of the Peoples of the Philippines.
Located in the historical center of Intramuros, Fort Santiago, has large secret passages, powerful gates, a drawbridge and a high watchtower. It is the place where the power of the Spanish colonists was concentrated. The interiors are also interesting. You can book a visit and arrange a photo session in the interiors of the museum. For your convenience, please let the administration know about these plans.
The colorful José Rizal Park is a true oasis of harmony and calm. Here are the historical monuments of Manila. There are also several interesting places, such as the Orchid Park or the Butterfly Park. Another interesting service is the opportunity to rent an old carriage and ride around the park.
The Manila Metropolitan Theater in the Art Deco style. It was designed by Juan Arellano. The facade is decorated with unique bas-reliefs, and inside the theater there are ancient statues. The theater, like many buildings in Manila, was damaged during the war. It was restored for a long time, and in 2010 it opened its doors to visitors. The theater is really beautiful and impressive. Great place for an atmospheric photo shoot!
Catanduanes Island, where the world-famous Puraran Beach is located. The sand on the beach is beautiful and pleasant to the touch. It is better to visit Catanduanes from the end of April to mid-July: at this time, the nature here is especially beautiful.
How to Choose a Wedding Photographer in Manila?
To make the photo session perfect, find a photographer in advance. It is better to do this before flying to the Philippines, and not to waste time searching here.
It is perfect if your photographer is:
- local or long-term resident of Manila;
- ready to help you with an idea, search for locations and preparation;
- knows the peculiarities of life in Manila, the traditions and customs of the locals and can offer you an authentic photo shooting.
- And, of course, it is important that you and the photographer have mutual understanding.
It is not difficult to find such a specialist. There is a portfolio, brief information, prices and contacts of the photographer in th elink above. Compare, choose and book a free date.
And let your photo session in Manila be as wonderful as you are!
