Binondo Chinatown: Manila’s Oldest Chinatown and Foodie Adventure
October 12, 2009
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Stepping into Binondo Chinatown feels like turning a page in Manila’s long, layered story. Officially established in 1594 as a settlement for Catholic Chinese immigrants, Binondo is considered the world’s oldest Chinatown. Originally meant as a space where Spanish authorities could closely monitor Chinese traders and converts, the district quickly became a thriving center of commerce and cultural exchange — its legacy still visible in every alley, shopfront, and historic structure.
