Intramuros, Manila, Philippines — National Capital Region

Palacio Arzobispal

By I.G.V.Atajar, January 1, 2003

1. Palacio Arzobispal Marker

Inscription. Here once stood the Archbishop's Palace. Acquired by Archbishop Miguel de Poblete (1653-1667) for use as residence. Housed the offices of the Archbishop of Manila and the Catholic Church in the Philippines. Underwent major repairs after damage from earthquakes. Destroyed in 1944. Present building constructed in the 1980's for the offices of the Arzobispado de Manila (Archdiocese of Manila).

Erected by Intramuros Administration.

Location. 14° 35.425′ N, 120° 58.386′ E. Marker is in Intramuros, Manila. Marker is on Arzobispo Street, on the right when traveling south. Touch for map. Marker is in this post office area: Intramuros, Manila 02 527, Philippines.

Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. San Ignacio Church (within shouting distance of this marker); Ateneo de Manila (about 90 meters away, measured in a direct line); Colegio de Santa Isabel (about 120 meters away); Plazuela de Santa Isabel (about 120 meters away); Memorare-Manila 1945 (about 120 meters away); Manila Cathedral (about 150 meters away); Former Palace of the Governors General (about 180 meters away); Plaza de Roma (about 180 meters away). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Intramuros.

Categories. • Notable Buildings •

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By I.G.V.Atajar, January 1, 2003

2. Palacio Arzobispal

Credits. This page was last revised on June 16, 2016. This page originally submitted on December 5, 2009, by I.G.V.Atajar of San Jose, California. This page has been viewed 1,067 times since then and 16 times this year. Photos: 1, 2. submitted on December 5, 2009, by I.G.V.Atajar of San Jose, California. • Kevin W. was the editor who published this page.