The official name of Manila Cathedral is Minor Basilica and Metropolitan Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception. Located at the historic walled city of Intramuros within today’s modern city of Manila, the cathedral was built in 1581 and has been rebuilt eight times. It serve as the episcopal see of the Archbishop of Manila, head of Archdiocese of Manila. The archdiocese encompasses the cities of Manila, Makati, San Juan, Mandaluyong and Pasay.