Three hectares of beautifully architecture buildings, manicured lawns and sloping landscapes in the heart of the Makati City, Metro Manila, Philippines marks the Greenbelt Shopping Mall. Owned by Ayala Malls, it is a flagship project of Ayala Corporation, being one of the most prestigious shopping malls in the country with its high-end boutique stores and designer wear outlets.  Initially opened in 2000, along the way new wings have been added to the initial building, the latest being in 2007 to now include 5 contemporary buildings of unique architectural charm and elegance.
In 2000, the primary building of the old Glorietta Mall was renovated to form Greenbelt 1. The plush new surroundings with al fresco air conditioned corridors created a revolution in Philippine shopping and a new hangout for the young people. Its current stores feature electronic equipment and home appliances with shops such as ACE Hardware. Greenbelt 1 also houses the fast food outlets unlike Greenbelt 2 which completely comprises of fine dining restaurants. It is ideal for a nice romantic or business dinner to impress your dining companion.
 With high-end retail stores such as Calvin Klein, Hermes, Kate Spade etc. on its ground floor and coffee shops on the upper floor, Greenbelt 3 has become one of the city’s favorite hangouts and a haven for coffee lovers. The cinemas are also situated in Greenbelt 3. Greenbelt 4 is completely lined from end to end with upscale boutique stores of brands from around the world such as Hugo Boss, Jimmy Choo, Gucci, Louis Vuitton, Emporio Armani and much more. The limelight in Greenbelt 5 is directed towards top caliber Filipino designers but amongst these you will also find international brands such as Zara, Tommy Hilfiger, Paul Smith, Rolex and Banana Republic. Though not everyone can afford these designer clothes and handbags, just window shopping itself is an experience and the restaurants will not fail you. 
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