Monuments & Statues in Visayas

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Monuments & Statues in Visayas

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  • Marty ..
    Ballina, Australia490 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    The impressive LapuLapu Statue , is part of Mactan Shine .. which includes other monuments & Philippine Historical Markers

    LapuLapu ( Çilapulapu ) was the chief of Mactan Island , who defended the Spanish invaders, in the Battle of Mactan
    Written 15 February 2024
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  • alwaystravelsf
    Pacifica, CA362 contributions
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    Someone recommended seeing this Monument and Yap house a stones throw away. Great place to start sightseeing of area.

    Didn’t do any research previously, but was fascinated by the size and the characters depicted. They look like bad ass Warriors and I was the only one there . Only about 5 minutes to look at and then make your way to Yap house!
    Written 23 May 2023
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  • Marty ..
    Ballina, Australia490 contributions
    3.0 of 5 bubbles
    The Mactan Shine .. is a collection of monuments & Philippines Historical Marker within Plaza Magellan , Mactan island

    * Lapulapu Monument / statue
    * Magellan Monument - stone
    * Ferdinand Magellan Historical Monument & Historical Marker
    * LapuLapu Philippine Historical Marker

    Plaza Magellan has been redesigned since the previous visits ( over 4 years ago )
    Written 15 February 2024
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  • irenevff
    Bulacan Province, Philippines3,985 contributions
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    i don't know how this monument entices tourists to visit. but it is one of the landmarks that the tour needs to include but its history is seldom told with passion.

    the clouds at dusk make up for the photo capture of this passive pit stop. had it not been for the colorful backdrop, we would not take pictures at all.

    energy, people! bohol's story should be well appreciated by guests who spent their time and money visiting this place.
    Written 19 December 2022
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  • CamS
    Calgary, Canada11 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Very interesting and beautiful spot to visit, whether you are religious or not. You get a bonus workout as well. It is a climb but we went slowly and took lots of breaks. I would recommend descending the same way you go up, avoid the direct stairs, they are too steep. Bring water and of course, your camera
    Written 13 June 2023
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  • doctorfoxtrot
    Taguig City, Philippines8,186 contributions
    3.0 of 5 bubbles
    The monument tends to celebrate the significance of the arrival of religious people, particularly the nuns in this part of the country. A gate protects the structure. But it looks well maintained. Just for the sake of photo ops.
    Written 30 October 2022
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  • David k
    23 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    Me and my girlfriend went to this nice place and enjoyed a few hours here it's a lot of steps to get to the top but well worth it also have a nice view of the sea a really nice place to pray at the top going up from the bottom of the steps there was a nice old man sweeping the steps so on our return down we gave him so money he was so pleased
    Written 30 September 2019
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  • Jay Santos
    Makati, Philippines1,231 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    Not easy to find and go to if you dont have your own transportation.

    The view at top was worth the trip. Suggest to visit during good weather. The heat can be too much in the afternoon.
    Written 24 December 2023
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  • guillermo
    Philippines968 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    Every March 23, commemoration of the 19 Martyrs of Aklan held in the Aklan Freedom Shrine. A parade starts from the town plaza and end on this shrine, believe to be the grounds where the martyrs of the revolution against Spanish government sometime on 1898. Community parade, program and show of the event of revolution. A local holiday, a great show for tourist and historical buff.
    Written 23 March 2019
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  • leah
    Mandaluyong, Philippines763 contributions
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    The huge property has giant statues depicting major events in the Bible, mysteries of the Holy Rosary, etc. There is even a small church where special masses are held.

    We were informed that during Holy Week this place is packed with people doing Stations of the Cross and Visita Iglesia.

    For me though it was a perfect place to meditate and contemplate my life as a Christian, at the same do a mean workout! Going up and downhill is a good cardio routine.

    An imposing statue of the Holy Family commanded my attention once I got past the pretty landscaping and the picturesque church. This made me realize just how small I really am in the universal scheme of things...

    Minimal donation requested for the maintenance of the place.
    Written 7 June 2018
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  • HappyFeetUSA
    Coralville, IA732 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Need to read up on this monument...which is nicely appointed at Rizal Park. Two standing guards in attention is interesting to watch.
    Written 15 July 2017
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  • KweqSmanit
    Seattle, WA5,502 contributions
    3.0 of 5 bubbles
    This statue is in the park area near the cathedral and you can view it before or after you see the cathedral as they are very near to each other.

    As a piece it isn't too knock your socks off or awe inspiring and it probably won't be a highlight of your trip or anything but still it worth a look and most likely will only take you less than ten minutes for an observation.
    Written 11 September 2017
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  • Raintree_Thailand
    Bangkok, Thailand3,818 contributions
    3.0 of 5 bubbles
    Impressive and imposing grand structure with grand columns in Roman/Greek style. Nicely lighted and photogenic building.
    Written 13 July 2023
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  • LolaGo1
    Washington DC, DC6,452 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    I asked my driver/guide to briefly stop here when I noted the beautiful murals outside.

    Took several pictures of the murals as well those of this attraction that was closed during our visit.
    Written 24 February 2020
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  • Donald S
    Poinciana, FL877 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    The Statue has been rebuilt after being blown over by the big storm a few years back. Located in the town center of New Washington it is a must see for visitors to the area. The small park has also gone through some renovation and repair after the same storm. It lost many old trees that provided a lot of shade.
    Written 28 September 2018
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