Part 2
Again we return to the less toxic railfan year of 2011 as the process of going through all the photos of that trip continues.
During this trip, the PRHS was lucky to have been granted permission to inspect the LRT1 depot in Pasay City, Metro Manila.
The inspection took us through the yard, workshop, and control room. It was a very interesting look behind the scenes of this busy elevated Manila railway.
This is the first of a two part series looking at this important location on the day of our visit.
Manila's Light Rail Transit Line 1 (LRT-1) is the oldest rapid transit system in Southeast Asia, inaugurated in December 1984. Spanning approximately 19.65 kilometers (12.21 miles), it serves as a vital transportation link across Metro Manila, connecting the cities of Quezon City, Caloocan, Manila, Pasay, and Parañaque. The line operates on an elevated route with 20 stations, facilitating efficient travel through some of the most densely populated areas in the region.
The LRT-1 was developed to address the escalating traffic congestion in Metro Manila. Initially envisioned as a street-level railway, the government opted for an elevated system to minimize disruption to existing roadways and ensure smoother traffic flow. Construction commenced in 1981, and the first segment, from Central Terminal to Monumento, began operations in May 1985.
Over the years, the line has undergone various expansions and upgrades to meet the growing demands of commuters. A significant development is the Cavite Extension, which aims to extend the line further south, enhancing connectivity and alleviating traffic in the southern parts of Metro Manila.
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