Another view of Binondo Canal, from the 1920s :-




( Binondo is the oldest Chinatown in the world, dating from 16th century, “ created “ by Spanish Governor Luis Dasmarinas. During Spanish colonial period many esteros ( canals ) were constructed in this area, entering the Pasig River. )


Carriedo Street, first from the 1960s :-







... and more recently :-






( Carriedo Street is similar to Divisoria, connecting Quiapo Church and Lacson Plaza or Santa Cruz Church. )