Carlos Celdran.

Manila Transitio.

In February of 1945, the City of Manila was completely destroyed in a battle between the United States Armed Forces and the Japanese Imperial Army. An estimated 120,000 people were lost and the City of Manila was never the same again.

 

To mark the 65th Anniversary of the Battle of Manila,Intramuros Administration and Carlos Celdran, presented the 2nd TRANSITIO MANILA 1945. 

The evening started with music in the gardens of Intramuros. It was followed by Flamenco music and dance by Yerbaguena Centro Flamenco.

 

The evening was highlighted by the release of 120 spirit balloons at the gates of Fort Santiago.

Around the Fort Santiago grounds and Intramuros there was an exhibition of art installations by Denis Lagdameo, Reg Yuson, Tad Ermitano & Team Manila. Current artists in residence at the Living Room Vince Galvez and Alex Felipe of Kapisanan Toronto presented a video work specially made for the evening.

 

Denis Lagdameo's light artwork memorial.

 

 

 

 

Vince Galvez and Alex Felipe's video work.
 

People could sit on the grass and eat food prepared by Illustrado Restaurant while watching the performances. Wine, beer and Vuqo Vodka was flowing all evening.

It was a wonderful evening of music and art. We need more of that in Manila. Thank you Carlos ! 

Comments

[Rach (Heart of Rachel)]

I'm sure it was a great and fulfilling experience.

[bw]

very interesting... hmm. something I don't mind watching ;)

[Marie]

magnifique série, j'aime bien les jeux de lumières colorées sur les murs.

[oggi]

It's more like a one-sided battle with the Kanos bombing Intramuros and destroying most of it.:)

Intramuros is still as beautiful, as your photos show.

[jepoykalboh]

you really never fades sidney... im still amaze by ur shots

[don]

I was surprised how ignorant I am of Manila's history. Thanks for the information and the interesting shots highlighting this festival.

[bluechameleon]

The night light is magical and gives each image a special mood. Nice shots.

[pieterbie]

Wow, thanks for this little history lesson, I didn't know this.
Looks like a special place.

[Liang]

very nice night shots here and the depiction of manila's history is great as well.

[The Nomadic Pinoy]

Whenever I see videos of pre-war Manila, I can only sigh at what we've lost during WWII. It nice to see an evening dedicated to arts, music and food!

[Ajay]

With your blog... I think I am feeling connected to Philippines.

[rian]

i honestly haven't explored intramuros that much.. :) these are really very nice images you have here now.. :)

[JJ]

Wonderful series of shots documenting the night, sounds a greta event to have seen

[Otto K.]

I didn't know that about Manila's history. Does seem like a fascinating and well done tour.

[agnes]

Evenings like that are so wonderful.
Here's to the spirit of Manilla!

[dodong flores]

I must agree. The experience is so wonderful. I can see that in your photos. I can't wait to be joining his next walking tour :D

[Gérard]

Je ne savais pas que Manille avait tant souffert ! un bel hommage !

[larhune64]

Bel hommage à l'histoire de ce pays et à ces habitants .Jolies prises nocturnes

[Patricia & Amber]

Really nice pictures you have (✿ ◠ ‿ ◠) ❤

[vera]

bien mort this area of Manilla .. it is a pity!! i was so surprised to dicover this reality at the fisrt time i visited this historical part of the town, so surprised, never so dead !