Manila
The origin and history of Manila.
Etymology
Named after Manila, the Philippine city, whose own name comes from Tagalog words roughly meaning "where indigo grows."
The origin and history of Manila.
Named after Manila, the Philippine city, whose own name comes from Tagalog words roughly meaning "where indigo grows."
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