CHRISTMAS FEELS. Horse-drawn carriages (kalesa or karitela) wait for passengers in front of the well-lit Plaza Roma in Intramuros, Manila on Thursday (Nov. 28, 2024). The Intramuros Administration partnered with power distribution firm Manila Electric Company for the “Liwanag (Bright) Park” that is free and open to the public daily from 6 p.m. to 11 p.m. until Jan. 6, 2025. (PNA photo by Joan Bondoc)
Manila – The Intramuros Administration (IA), in partnership with Meralco and One Meralco Foundation, illuminates the historic Walled City with festive Christmas lights in the recently launched Meralco Liwanag Park in Intramuros.
Inspired by the annual Liwanag Park at the Meralco main office in Pasig City, the Meralco Liwanag Park in Intramuros transforms Plaza Roma in front of The Manila Cathedral into a magical Christmas wonderland.
The historic square has been adorned with a stunning Christmas display, with pathways lined with stars and solar lamps. Major features include an arch of lights, a giant Christmas tree made up of electric meter covers, the iconic Meralco tranvia, and a giant parol.
First Lady Louise Araneta Marcos led the ceremonial lighting of the Intramuros Liwanag Park on Nov. 21, Thursday, together with Manila Mayor Maria Sheilah “Honey” Lacuna Pangan and Undersecretary Ferdinand Jumapao of the Department of Tourism. Intramuros Administrator Joan Padilla, Meralco Senior Vice President and Chief Revenue Officer Ferdinand Geluz, and One Meralco Foundation President Jeffrey Tarayao.
In her message, Administrator Joan Padilla of the Intramuros Administration said that in launching this Christmas attraction at the historic Plaza Roma “we not only pay homage to our ancestors and their enduring legacy, but we also offer hope to our fellow Filipinos especially those who have been affected by the recent typhoons.”
The Meralco Liwanag Park in Intramuros is also a testament to the commitment of Meralco and One Meralco Foundation to bring joy and light to communities.
The Meralco Liwanag Park in Intramuros is free and open to the public daily from 6PM – 11PM until 6 January 2025.