One of the largest coconut producers in the world, a large percentage of the cultivation land in the Philippines is utilized on this tree, which is put to several uses. From using the product for cooking and producing oil, to skincare products and apparel, coconut is put to wide use in the country. Additionally, a great number of the Pilipino people’s lives are centred on coconut production or the production of goods using coconuts. Thus exists, the Coconut Palace in the capital city of Philippines, Manila. It is a great fascination as an amazing 70% of the beautiful premises of the palace are made utilizing coconut.
The Coconut Palace is said to have been built intending the visit of the Pope in 1981, commissioned by the wife of President Marcos who spent a large amount on the structure regardless of the economic difficulty the nation was facing; the Pope rejected this accommodation as it was far too lavish for a nation facing a financial setback. Today its gates are open to visitors, with the intention of showing off the versatility of the coconut as seen at the palace. Every part of the tree is said to be used in some way in the construction, representing its value to the Pilipino people.
The Coconut Palace has on its premises a large swimming pool, a butterfly garden and beautiful grounds, all which contribute to its status as a palace. Yet the majesty and elegance that guests will find indoors is unrivalled by the beauty outdoors. On the ground floor of this two-levelled construction visitors will find a magnificent dining table which is made up of around 40,000 pieces of coconut shell. The palace also boasts 101 beautiful chandeliers, each one made up of coconut as well. Upstairs, visitors will find seven remarkably furnished rooms, each unique to the others in some way. The seven rooms are named after the provinces of the nation and the theme in each inspired by the area it represents. Visitors should also note the roof of the palace, shaped like a traditional Pilipino hat. The Coconut Palace is one of the most iconic places to visit when in Manila.
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