THE STORY
Reported Haunting
Reported spirits include former presidents, wartime victims, a mysterious black lady and a kapre said to inhabit a large balete tree.
Malacañang Palace is considered by believers to be haunted by numerous spirits. The source names former presidents Manuel L. Quezon, Manuel Roxas and Ramon Magsaysay, former presidential aides and attendants, pre-Hispanic spirits and people killed during World War II. A black lady has reportedly been seen looking toward the Pasig River from Mabini Hall. Areas associated with paranormal activity include Mabini Hall, Heroes Hall, the Correspondence Office, the New Executive Building and Music Room. A large balete tree in Freedom Park is also claimed to be inhabited by a kapre.