Ermita in Manila in Metropolitan Manila First District, Metro Manila, Philippines — Southeast Asia
Jose Rizal National Monument
(1913)
Photographed by Ray Gurganus
1. Jose Rizal National Monument Marker
Act No. 243 granted the use of public land in Luneta as a site for the Jose Rizal Monument, 28 September 1901. The monument, entitled "Motto Stella," was the entry of Swiss sculptor Richard Kissling to the international design contest for the Rizal Monument, 1905-1907. The monument was constructed of bronze and granite, 1912. The remains of Rizal were transferred from Binondo to the base of the monument, 30 December 1912. Unveiled, 30 December 1913. Declared a National Monument, 15 April 2013 and National Cultural Treasure, 14 November 2013.
Erected 2014 by National Historical Commission.
Topics. This historical marker and monument is listed in these topic lists: Cemeteries & Burial Sites • Patriots & Patriotism. A significant historical year for this entry is 1913.
Location. 14° 34.894′ N, 120° 58.604′ E. Marker is in Manila, Metro Manila, in Metropolitan Manila First District. It is in Ermita. It is on Roxas Boulevard north of South Road, on the right when traveling north. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 1225 Roxas Blvd, Manila, Metro Manila 1000, Philippines. Touch for directions.
Regionally, it is in Asia, specifically in Southeast Asia, in the Malay Archipelago, in the Pacific Ocean, in North Pacific, on the Ring of Fire, in the Pacific Rim, and in the Anglosphere. Historically, it finds itself in what was once a Spanish colony.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker: The Martyrdom of Dr. Jose Rizal (about 90 meters away, measured in a direct line); Filipino·Korean Soldier Monument (about 150 meters away); Soul Waves
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Photographed by Ray Gurganus
2. Jose Rizal National Monument
Credits. This page was last revised on January 12, 2024. It was originally submitted on January 9, 2024, by Ray Gurganus of Washington, District of Columbia. This page has been viewed 682 times since then and 156 times this year. Photos: 1, 2. submitted on January 9, 2024, by Ray Gurganus of Washington, District of Columbia. • J. Makali Bruton was the editor who published this page.
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