Ermita in Manila, Metro Manila, Philippines — Southeast Asia
Jose Rizal National Monument
(1913)
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. It is in Ermita. Marker 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.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. Jose Marti y Perez (approx. 0.3 kilometers away); Ang Simbahan ng Nuestra Señora de Guia (approx. half a kilometer away); The Jesuit Compound (approx. 0.6 kilometers away); Beaterio de la Compañia de Jesus (approx. 0.6 kilometers away); No. 1 Victoria St. (approx. 0.6 kilometers away); Lourdes Church and Convent (approx. 0.7 kilometers away); Cuartel de Santa Lucia (approx. 0.7 kilometers away); Central United Methodist Church (approx. 0.8 kilometers away). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Manila.
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