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Malacanang Palace

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Malacanang Palace, overlooking the Pasig River in Manila, is the official residence and principal workplace of the President of the Philippines. It was originally built in 1750 as a private summer house before being acquired by the Spanish colonial government and later serving successive administrations under Spanish, American, Japanese and independent Filipino rule. The complex has been expanded and rebuilt multiple times over its history. Today the historic palace building functions primarily as a museum, while an adjacent structure, the Premier Guest House, houses the president's working functions.

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Building TypeSourced to the subject's own account
Palace 2
Location
San Miguel, Manila, Philippines 1
Completed Year
1750 1
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Standing 1
Building Type
Building Type (category)Sourced to the subject's own account
Palace 2
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Malacañang Palace (Filipino: Palasyo ng Malakanyang, locally [paˈlɐ̞ʃo näŋ maläkɐˈɲäŋ]), officially known as Malacañan Palace, is the official residence and principal workplace of the president of the Philippines.
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1. Malacanang Palace - Wikipedia
  • Infobox, location
    San Miguel, Manila
  • Article history section
    The original structure was built in 1750 by Don Luis José de la Rocha Camiña
  • Lead section
    Malacañang Palace (Filipino: Palasyo ng Malakanyang, locally [paˈlɐ̞ʃo näŋ maläkɐˈɲäŋ]), officially known as Malacañan Palace, is the official residence and principal workplace of the president of the Philippines. It is located in the Manila district of San Miguel, along Jose Laurel Street, though it is commonly associated with nearby Mendiola Street.
  • In Style: Bahay na Bato, infobox architectural_style field: Bahay na bato, Neoclassical
  • In Style: Neoclassical Architecture, infobox architectural_style field: Bahay na bato, Neoclassical
  • Uses Element: Concrete, Article text
    The building was now made of poured concrete, concrete slabs, steel girders and trusses, all concealed under ornate hardwood floors, panels and ceilings.
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2. Malacanang Palace (Wikidata)
Wikimedia FoundationWikidata instance-of (P31) statement (Palace)
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Wikidata item Q942688, instance of (P31): palace
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