If you're planning to explore Metro Manila this September, especially during the Bar exam dates, you might want to adjust your itinerary. The roads will be bustling with more than just regular traffic as over 12,000 aspiring lawyers gear up for their Bar exams. This year's exams are scheduled for September 8, 11, and 15, and several key areas in the city will see road closures to accommodate the event.
The exams will be conducted across six major testing centers, including the University of the Philippines in Diliman and Bonifacio Global City, the University of Santo Tomas, San Beda University, Manila Adventist College, and San Beda College in Alabang. With these locations spread out across the metro, expect significant congestion on those days.
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So far, the City of Manila has announced specific road closures. Dapitan Street, a key road near the University of Santo Tomas, will be closed to traffic from Lacson Avenue to Padre Noval Street on September 8 and 11, from 2 a.m. to 7 p.m. Additionally, traffic assistance will be available along Espa&ntilde;a Boulevard, particularly in the westbound lanes, making it easier for those involved in the exams to get to and from the venue.
If your plans include driving around the city during these dates, consider taking alternative routes or using public transportation to avoid the stress of heavy traffic. It might also be a good time to explore lesser-known spots in the metro that won&rsquo;t be affected by the road closures.