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The historic Colonial City is taking significant strides in its revitalization efforts with the official reopening of Padre Billini and Duarte streets within the Unesco World Heritage site. Tourism Minister David Collado inaugurated the redeveloped thoroughfares on Friday, 4 July 2025, marking a tangible advance in the comprehensive urban and tourism development program for the area.

Minister Collado shared the news on his official X account, stating: “The revitalization project is moving forward with firm steps and visible results!” He emphasized that the reopening of these streets, a crucial part of the Colonial City’s Integral Tourism and Urban Development Program, will be supported by the General Traffic Safety and Land Transportation Agency (Digesett) and the Central Tourism Police Agency (Politur) to ensure safety and organization for both residents and...

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