University of Santo Tomas Main Building, Renaissance Revival structure at University of Santo Tomas, Philippines
The Main Building features high ceilings, grand staircases, and multiple floors designed according to Renaissance Revival architectural principles.
The structure opened on July 2, 1927, marking a new chapter in Philippine education as the University of Santo Tomas relocated from Intramuros.
The building represents a combination of European architectural influences and Filipino educational traditions within the oldest existing university in Asia.
The Main Building contains administrative offices, classrooms, meeting rooms, and serves as the central point for student registration and academic activities.
The structure includes a clock tower that reaches 50 meters in height, functioning as a primary reference point across the university campus.
Inception: July 2, 1927
Architectural style: Renaissance Revival architecture
GPS coordinates: 14.61028,120.98917
Latest update: May 29, 2025 00:36
The historical monuments of Manila showcase Spanish colonial architecture and the national history of the Philippines. The city includes 16th-century fortifications like Intramuros and Fort Santiago, Catholic churches such as the neo-Romanesque cathedral and the baroque church of Saint Augustine, urban parks like Rizal Park, and museums depicting local culture. The Chinese district of Binondo and Manila Bay with its seaside promenade complete this architectural heritage.
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