There are lots of ways to get around Manila.
Walk - cheapest and most interesting way. People will look at you if you look lost or foreign (like me). Be careful but assertive when crossing the road. Noone really stops for you, they'll just swerve not to hit you :)
Tricycle - You can get around in a bicycle/motorbike attached to a side car of sorts. These are good because they can get around the gaps in the traffic and the drivers quite confidently push and squeeze through the traffic. Ive seen upto 5 people fit onto one of these.
Jeepney - Perhaps the most unique mode of transport. Originally made up of old US Army Jeeps left over from the war, these are somewhat like buses but smaller, fitting between 10-15 people. These really stand out they normally have a shiny chrome exterior and are decorated to stand out. You'll see Jeepneys with various themes from Ferraris to Horoscope star signs. Very colourful to say the least.
This one's designed to go faster.
Taxi - Just like any other taxi in the world.
Of course theres lots of cars and heaps of bikes and mopeds running around.
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2 comments:
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