Angeles City is a bustling and thriving city in central Luzon, about 75 km north of Manila, and was once the capital of the Philippine Republic, during the Filipino-American war. While the city has a long and interesting history, the main attractions of the city are now shopping and nightlife. Highlights include the Clark Freeport and Special Economic Zone and the Balibago entertainment district.
The Clark Freeport Zone contains a mix of leisure centres, shopping malls, industrial parks, and the Clark International Airport. Balibago is perhaps most famous for its gaudy, neon-lit streets, but there is slightly more to it than that. If you’re like outdoor pursuits, you’ll find the beautiful Mount Arayat National Park just east of the city and Mount Pinatubo – an active volcano – to the west.
Angeles City is perhaps most famous for its raucous nightlife, making it effectively the Sin City of the Philippines. However, that’s not the only string to its bow. Particularly in downtown Angeles, away from the entertainment districts, you’ll find a number of extraordinary historical places to visit. Some of the older buildings have been at the crossroads of the country’s...
