Intramuros in Manila in Metropolitan Manila First District, Metro Manila, Philippines — Southeast Asia
The Royal Audience of Manila
February 15, 2026
1. The Royal Audience of Manila Marker
The Royal Audience of Manila
once stood on this site
1788-1863
Created by virtue of a Royal Decree of Philip II, King of Spain, 1583. Served as the highest court in the Spanish East Indies and presided over by the Governor-General. Building for the Audiencia constructed on this site, 1788; destroyed by earthquake, 1863. Site presently occupied by a 20th Century fire station.
Erected by Intramuros Administration.
Topics. This historical marker is listed in this topic list: Colonial Era. A significant historical year for this entry is 1788.
Location. 14° 35.532′ N, 120° 58.345′ E. Marker is in Manila, Metro Manila, in Metropolitan Manila First District. It is in Intramuros. It is at the intersection of Soriano Avenue and General Luna Street, on the right when traveling south on Soriano Avenue. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 1002 Soriano Avenue, Manila, Metro Manila 1002, Philippines. Touch for directions.
Regionally, it is in Asia, specifically in Southeast Asia, in the Malay Archipelago, in the Pacific Ocean, in North Pacific, on the Ring of Fire, in the Pacific Rim, and in
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Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker: Former Palace of the Governors General (within shouting distance of this marker); Jose Felipe del Pan (within shouting distance of this marker); Plaza de Roma (within shouting distance of this marker); Charles IV, King of Spain (within shouting distance of this marker); Ciudad Murada (about 90 meters away, measured in a direct line); Madrigal Residence Fence (about 90 meters away); The Cathedral of Manila (about 90 meters away); Fort Santiago (about 90 meters away). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Manila.
Also see . . . Royal Audience of Manila (Intramuros Administration). The QR code on the marker leads to this page with some additional information. (Submitted on February 17, 2026.)
February 15, 2026
2. The Royal Audience of Manila Marker
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