ANGELES CITY -- Thousands trooped to the newest, largest, and most modern mall this side of Central Luzon – the Marquee Mall, which opened its doors to shoppers from all walks of life during yesterday’s soft opening here.

Marking the trend in must-see destinations is Marquee Mall, a redefinition of shopping, dining and entertainment which is truly a cut above the rest.

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Marquee Mall is Ayala Malls' first foray in Central Luzon, making its home in Angeles City in Pampanga. It redefines convenience on this side of the country. Situated near Angeles City's business district and adjacent to the Angeles exit along North Luzon Expressway (NLEX), this new 93-hectare lifestyle hub is a vital component of "Marquee", a 53 hectare integrated mixed use community recently developed by Ayala Land., Inc.

Ayala Land Inc. Senior Vice President and Ayala Malls Group Head Marivic Afionuevo shares, "Always ahead of the curve, Ayala Malls designs Marquee Mall with dynamism and innovation to provide convenience for loyal patrons and customers."

Spanning three floors with more than 450 stores and restaurants, Marquee Mall raises the bar higher on mixed use developments in the region, as it is strategically located in the vicinity of Marquee Place, a residential area developed by Alveo Land.

The 70,000 square meters Marquee Mall will also be home to an inter-modal transport terminal for buses, jeepneys, AUVs and tricycles, upgrading the accessibility and turn it into a major regional convergence area.

It will also be a shopping enthusiasts’ ultimate haven as it is anchored by Metro Supermarket and Department Store.

In its commitment to bring notable innovations, Ayala Malls has effectively infused Manila-based dining, shopping and entertainment offerings with that of Pampanga's homegrown lifestyle and culture, thus, coming out with concepts that are both contemporary and close to the heart.

Marquee Mall's urban interiors are very much inspired by a lively town plaza feel. Arts, crafts and cuisine also get a boost as homegrown labels such as Nathaniels, Susie's Cuisine, Ikabud, Kabigting's Halo-halo and Aling Lucing's Sisig are made available to satisfy classic Kapampangan tastes.

The new Pampanga destination also brings the other side of the globe with Aida, Nautica, lora, Lacoste Footwear, Sanuk, Bossini, Naturalizer, Samsonite, Aerosoles, Nine West, Lacoste, Marks & Spencer, Swatch, Res Toe Run, Geox and Travel Club as representatives. Urban Manila doesn't get left behind with Bench, Penshoppe, Folded & Hung, Kamiseta and Bayo. Quench those gastronomic moods as renowned dining spots invade the mall with TGI Fridays, Italianni's, Flapjacks and Cyma.

Indulge in sheer fun and entertainment with remarkable features such as the Activity Center, an energetic event venue where people can linger and enjoy various activities and live performances, the Civic Plaza which echoes an al fresco feel heightened by beautiful installations of water features and lush landscaping, interactive sculptures designed by Reggie Yuson, and four digital cinemas.

Maintaining world-class facilities is part of the commitment of Ayala Malls to provide topnotch lifestyle shopping, dining and entertainment experience for its loyal patrons.

With a masterfully designed structure, Marquee Mall of Ayala Malls is indeed a cut above the rest, putting every lifestyle maven at the heart of cosmopolitan action.

These and more are some of the reasons why we lovemall at the Ayala Malls.