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PASIG
CITY
Area and Location
Pasig is approximately 12 kilometers
east-south-east of Manila, with a total land area of
3,100 hectares or approximately 31 square
kilometers. It is bounded on the north by Quezon
City and Marikina, on the east by Cainta and Taytay,
on the west by Mandaluyong, and on the south by
Pateros and Taguig.
Geographic Profile
Of the city's total land area, 85 percent is for
residential, institutional, commercial, and
industrial use. Only 15 percent of total land area
is used for agriculture.
How to Get There
Buses, jeepneys, taxis, and tricycles bound for
Pasig are available in many parts of Metro Manila.
TOURIST ATTRACTIONS
Name and Location and Location
Concepcion Residence
[Plaza Rizal]
This multi-storey mansion was used as both
Japanese and American headquarters during World War
II. The American flag was first raised here on
Liberation Day, February 19, 1945. The house has now
been converted into the Pasig National Museum.
Dona Geronima's Cave
[Pasig City]
A legendary cave located along the banks of the
Pasig River.
Mutya ng Pasig Market
[Pasig City]
This 11-storey tower with a revolving top floor
is the center of business activities in Pasig.
Pasig City Hall
[Pasig City]
The seat of the city government.
Bahay na Tisa
[P. Burgos St.]
This house of Spanish architectural design
serves as a venue for art shows and cultural forums.
Heroes Monument
[Pasig City]
Built in memory of the town's war heroes.
Provincial Capitol
[Pasig City]
The seat of government of Rizal Province.
Assemblea Magna Marker
[Brgy. San Nicolas]
Commorates the start of the Philippine
Revolution.
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