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National Museum of Fine Arts (Manila)
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The National Museum of Fine Arts in Manila is part of the National Museum complex and holds the country's most important art collection. Its centerpiece is Juan Luna's monumental painting 'Spoliarium,' which won a gold medal at the 1884 Madrid Exposition. The museum is housed in a neoclassical building originally designed as the Finance Building. Visitors can explore galleries featuring works by Filipino masters like Fernando Amorsolo and Guillermo Tolentino, as well as contemporary pieces. The building itself, with its grand staircase and ornate interiors, is a highlight.
Don't miss
- Stand before Juan Luna's 'Spoliarium' and appreciate its massive scale and historical significance
- Admire the neoclassical architecture and the grand central staircase
- View works by national artists like Fernando Amorsolo and Guillermo Tolentino
Tickets & tours
Ways to visit National Museum of Fine Arts (Manila)
You can visit National Museum of Fine Arts (Manila) on your own. A guide mainly adds context, what you are looking at and why it matters, and a tour can add transport or combine nearby sights into one day.
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