The famous Manila Bay was once heavily polluted, and there were no natural beaches near Richa Square. In order to combat pollution and develop tourism, the local government has made a big deal and paid a big price. They brought thousands of tons of crushed dolomites from Cebu, paving the beach, improving the beach's vision, but it wasn't suitable for beach activities because it was a stone after all.

Twas wet and windy when we visited. Lucky to meet an enterprising vendor selling large umbrellas for 250 pesos( around usd4) and there was a tent. after a few minutes it cleared. the breeze was relaxing. a horse drawn carriage is for rent for for 500 pesos -4max.or 1000 pesos to Mall of Asia.

In my mind, my highest good — defending and fighting for Manila Bay — is important work: I wouldn't be doing it otherwise. And ... ❤️🥹 my heart swells so much sometimes, Manila. On those days when there are no groups scheduled, I go to the beach alone ... I arrive ... and then I realize something: I'm NOT alone. I'm not alone in this battle. William is there — ALWAYS. I see Joy constantly. PJ. Agnes. Ghuy. I see Corazon. Aaron. I see so many Manila Bay Beach Volunteer Army members — constantly. And EVERY DAY people — people I haven't yet met, people I don't know — they watch from a distance — but after a short time, they walk up to me, talk to me, ask me who I am/what I'm doing/where I'm from ... the normal questions people are curious about ... and they START TO HELP. 🥲🥹 When I'm there — in that moment — I rarely get emotional about it: there's too much work to be done. But now ... at home ... looking at the beach through my window, well, I'm emotional. I appreciate every d@^n one of you. Sincerely. Bottom of my heart s*!t. ❤️🥹 The people I meet, the people I am fortunate enough to interact with and work beside, the people who just do what it takes ... I LOVE THOSE PEOPLE! AND ... since we are here ... I could not properly express my RESPECT, ADMIRATION, APPRECIATION and LOOOOOVE for the Philippine Mountain Rangers and Wildlife Enforcers — because they are ALL "those people" I just referenced! Talk about STEPPING UP!

Drink a small wine and eat buffet, enjoy the beautiful sunset of Manila Bay...life small...

3 days before Christmas Manila Dolomite Beach is still open to serve fellow mga kababayan and enjoy this stunning great and relaxing view of Manila Bay😘❤️💚🇵🇭