OYE! OIGA!Brava! It seems that the cultural scene of Ermita has just gotten more exciting (and a leetle more Espaneesh) with the arrival of the spanking new Instituto Cervantes on T.M. Kalaw. Although the location might be a little grittier than their old digs, the current combination of striking architecture, more techonologically advanced facilities, and better parking are a definite upgrade from the old headquarters on Leon Guinto near De La Salle University. Not to mention, the stunning Jose Ma. Zaragoza architecture and authentic Iberian cuisine of The Casino Espanol right next door (apparently their Fabada is still worthy of writing home about) marks the area as an authentic slice of Spain by the Luneta Park. Log onto their website here for their cultural calendar. Look out for upcoming film showings and photo exhibitions.
INSTITUTO CERVANTES MANILA
855 TM Kalaw Street
1000 Ermita, Manila
Filipinas
Tel: 5261482
Fax: 5267449
