Lagusnilad (Manila City Hall Underpass)
Once a crime hotspot, this refurbished underpass is now home to a bookstore and a mural celebrating the history of Manila.

šŸ“œ Constructed in the 1960s, the Lagusnilad pedestrian underpass connects Manila City Hall and the historic Intramuros area.
šŸ” Once a crime hotspot, it's now home to a bookstore and a mural celebrating Manila's history.

Why Go

šŸ“š Home to Books from Underground, a popular thrift bookstore.
šŸŽØ Features a vibrant, 82-foot-long mural 'Masigasig na Maynila' celebrating city history.
āœØ Transformed from a crime hotspot into a safe, vibrant passage with 24-hour lighting and CCTV.
šŸš¶ Equipped with non-slip tiles for rainy seasons, enhancing safety.

Hours

šŸ•’ Books from Underground is open every day from 3 pm to 9 pm.

Tips

šŸ’” The name 'Lagusnilad' also refers to a nearby vehicular underpass, one of Asia's oldest.

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