Intramuros, known as the "Walled City," is the oldest district and historic core of Manila, Philippines. With its rich history dating back to the Spanish colonial period, Intramuros has evolved as a vital cultural and educational center. The name itself, Intramuros, is derived from the Latin words "intra," meaning within, and "muros," meaning walls, referring to the fortified walls that enclose the district.

During the Spanish colonization, which began in 1565, Intramuros was constructed and designated as the center of the Spanish government in the East. The city was laid out according to a grid pattern typical of Spanish settlements, with the Manila Cathedral and Fort Santiago as its eminent landmarks. The entry of Catholicism, as spearheaded by the Spanish friars, led to the construction of several churches, convents, and schools inside the walled city, leaving behind a legacy of baroque architecture that still stands today.

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