Tunasan, Administrative territorial entity in Muntinlupa, Philippines
Tunasan is an administrative zone in Muntinlupa that encompasses numerous residential subdivisions connected by local waterways. The area blends urban neighborhoods with open spaces near Laguna de Bay.
During Spanish colonial times, the area was called Tunasancillo and formed part of a large estate controlled by Augustinian Recollect friars. This religious order shaped the land for centuries afterward.
The name comes from the Nymphaea nouchali plant, locally called tunas, which once grew in abundance along the Tunasan River and the shores of Laguna de Bay.
The area is easy to explore on foot, with clear streets and pathways connecting the various subdivisions. Visitors should be prepared for wet conditions since the zone lies near waterways.
The Tunasan Baywalk, built on reclaimed land behind Muntinlupa Science High School, serves as a gathering place where residents come to unwind. This space shows how the community has reshaped its natural landscape.
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