Burke Building (Manila)
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| Burke Building | |
|---|---|
 The facade of Burke Building along Escolta Street | |
 Interactive map of the Burke Building area | |
| General information | |
| Status | Completed |
| Location | Escolta Street, Binondo, Manila, Philippines |
| Coordinates | 14°35′55″N 120°58′45″E / 14.598512°N 120.979083°E |
| Named for | William J. Burke |
| Completed | 1919 |
Burke Building is a historic building along Escolta corner Burke, Binondo, Manila, Philippines. First built in 1919, it survived World War II and has gone major remodeling since.[1] Named after cardiologist William J. Burke, the building is also known as the location of the first elevator in Manila.[2]
