Quirino Grandstand (Manila)

Philippines / National Capital Region / Manila / Independence Road
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Named after former Philippine President Elpidio Quirino. This is where Presidents of the Philippines traditionally take their oath of office and deliver their first address to the nation (Joseph Estrada broke with tradition and had his inauguration at Barasoain Church, site of the drafting of the Philippines' first democratic constitution, and Rodrigo Duterte took oath and delivered his inaugural speech in Malacañang Palace). Many important political, cultural and religious events in the post war era have been held here, including the mammoth festivities that capped the 1998 Philippine Centennial Celebration. Marking a hundred years since the declaration of independence from Spain, the festivities culminated in the greatest fireworks display ever witnessed over Manila Bay.
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Coordinates:   14°34'48"N   120°58'26"E

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