Manila’s history flows not just above ground, but beneath it. From the engineering feats of the Spanish colonial period to the stories of urban planning and public health, the city’s underground reservoirs hold a legacy waiting to be explored. Now, visitors have the unique opportunity to step into this hidden world and experience the marvels of Manila’s waterworks firsthand.

Step back in time with “The Underground Reservoir: A Lasting Legacy”, a permanent exhibit that brings Manila’s historic Carriedo Waterworks to life. Visitors can explore this preserved marvel through photographs, artifacts, and interactive reconstructions, discovering how the reservoir supplied clean water during the Spanish colonial period and shaped public health and urban planning in the city. Walk along pathways that mirror the original design, engage with multimedia displays, and join guided tours to uncover the rich story of Manila’s underground treasures.

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