Manila

There are several cities, I must confess, that I do not have much interest in visiting. Manila is one, rightly or wrongly. However, I very much wish I could time travel. If so, after much deviltry, I would like to travel the world and visit locales during what I think would be the most romantic time to visit. For New York City, this would be the 1920s. Possibly the same for Paris. For Manila, it would be the 1930s.

From Wikipedia:

Manila's economy is diverse and multifaceted. With its excellent protected harbor, Manila serves as the nation's chief seaport. In addition, it is a major publishing center for the Philippines.^[31]

Diverse manufacturers produce industrial-related products such as chemicals, textiles, clothing, and electronic goods. Food and beverages and tobacco products also employ many residents. Additionally, local entrepreneurs continue to process primary commodities for export, including rope, plywood, refined sugar, copra, and coconut oil.^[31] The food-processing industry is one of the most stable major manufacturing sector in the city.

Tourism is also a thriving industry. Being one of the major tourist destinations in the country, the city attracts over 1 million visitors^[31] from all over the world annually. Most tourist sites are located within the districts of Binondo, the districts of Ermita and Malate and the Old Walled City, Intramuros.