Holiday in Quezon City

What makes Quezon City special as a destination?

Quezon City is the most populous city in the Philippines and part of Metro Manila, the capital region of the archipelago. From 1948 to 1976, Quezon City was the official capital of the Philippines, named after former President Manuel L. Quezon. Today, the city is a vibrant center for entertainment, education, and politics. The Quezon Memorial Circle is the city's landmark: An imposing Art Deco obelisk with three wings rises in the middle of a sprawling park with museums, gardens, and recreational facilities. The monument houses the remains of President Quezon and offers a view of the city from its observation deck. The University of the Philippines Diliman, the country's most prestigious university, has a campus as large as a city itself: tree-lined avenues, the Oblation monument, and the Vargas Museum make the campus a cultural experience. In February and March, the Sunflower Fields bloom on campus. Maginhawa Street is Quezon City's culinary mile: Dozens of creative restaurants, food parks, and cafes line a few hundred meters — from classic Filipino dishes to international fusion cuisine. The Art in Island gallery offers interactive 3D artworks to touch and photograph. The Ninoy Aquino Parks & Wildlife Center is a green oasis in the metropolis with a small zoo, lagoon, and hiking trails. La Mesa Ecopark on the outskirts offers hiking, mountain biking, and kayaking on a reservoir.