Tondo is a district located in Manila, Philippines. It is the largest, in terms of area and population, of Manila's sixteen districts, [ 2 ] with a census-estimated 654,220 people in 2020. It consists of two congressional districts.

A tondo (pl.: tondi or tondos) is a Renaissance term for a circular work of art, either a painting or a sculpture. The word derives from the Italian rotondo, "round".

Tondo (Tagalog:; Baybayin: ᜆᜓᜈ᜔ᜇᜓ, Kapampangan: Balayan ning Tundo), erroneously referred to as the Kingdom of Tondo, was a Tagalog and Kapampangan settlement which served as a major trade hub located on the northern part of the Pasig River delta on Luzon Island.

Italian, from tondo round, short for rotondo, from Latin rotundus — more at rotund

May 12, 2023 · How do we know Tondo is the oldest documented bayan in the Philippines? What do the small details and designs on the facade of the Liberty bakery represent? What was Recto Ave once called, and what was its significance to historic Tondo and the surrounding districts?

Tondo, a circular painting, relief carving, plaque, or mural design. The tondo, which became popular in Italy during the 15th century, was derived from round reliefs of subjects such as the Madonna and Child that had been used in wall tombs.

Tondo is a district in Manila, Philippines. It is the largest, in terms of area and population, of Manila's sixteen districts. [2] It had a census-estimated 654,220 people in 2020. It contains two congressional districts. It is the second most densely populated district in the city.

Oct 30, 2024 · Tondo may not always be at the top of the list for travelers visiting Manila, but it certainly offers unique and unforgettable experiences. From its deep historical significance to the welcoming community and vibrant street markets, Tondo is a neighborhood with something for every type of traveler.

Mar 30, 2019 · Historically, the district of Tondo was best known for being a community of hope, a settlement that bore prominent people, and where events had shaped Manila and the history of the Philippines.

Jun 28, 2015 · “Tondo” is a term used in art to describe paintings, sculptures and reliefs which are round, or circular. Circular canvases, panels and sculptures are quite unusual, and became especially popular in 15th Century Renaissance Italy.