Manila: Park-goers looking for a green space to unwind after a day's stroll inside the walled city of Intramuros now have the spruced-up Plaza Roma, bedecked with festive Christmas lights and displays, to enjoy. The Intramuros Administration (IA), in partnership with Meralco and One Meralco Foundation, officially launched the 'Meralco Liwanag Park' in Intramuros, taking inspiration from the electric power distribution firm's famed Christmas park in Pasig. According to Philippines News Agency, in a ceremony on Thursday, First Lady Louise Araneta Marcos led the ceremonial lighting of the park together with Manila Mayor Honey Lacuna Pangan and Tourism Undersecretary Ferdinand Jumapao. The project adorns the historic square with a Christmas-themed pathway, lined with solar lamps and trees swathed with colorful LED lights. Its major features include an arch of lights, a giant Christmas tree made up of electric meters, the iconic Meralco tranvia (streetcar), and a giant parol (lantern). Intramuros Administrator J oan Padilla said this newest attraction at the historic Plaza Roma 'pays homage to our ancestors and their enduring legacy' as well as offers 'hope to fellow Filipinos especially those who have been affected by the recent typhoons.' Also gracing the opening of the Christmas attraction were Senate President Chiz Escudero, Meralco Senior Vice President and Chief Revenue Officer Ferdinand Geluz, and One Meralco Foundation President Jeffrey Tarayao. The park is free and open to the public daily from 6 p.m. to 11 p.m. until January 6, 2025.