Moriones Plaza Linear Park and Center Island (Plaza Moriones) (Manila)

Philippines / National Capital Region / Manila / Moriones
 interesting place, green area, town square
Plaza Moriones is a major public square in Tondo, Manila. Unlike other squares in Manila, the plaza is in the shape of a linear park occupying the central median of Moriones Street, starting at the intersection of Moriones and Juan Luna Streets, and ending at the intersection with Santa Maria Street, bisected by Nicolas Zamora Street in the center. It is named after Governor-General Domingo Moriones y Muralla, responsible for the construction of Manila's sewerage system during his tenure from 1877 to 1881.

Designated as one of Manila's "Freedom Parks."
Wikipedia article: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Plaza_Moriones
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Coordinates:   14°36'35"N   120°58'4"E
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