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Luneta Park, also known as, Rizal Park was one of my favorite highlights throughout my trip to the Philippines. I expected that all there was to this park was the monument of Jose Rizal. Little did I realize there was so much to do, especially during the evening. The park feels very patriotic, with many flags of the Philippines around the park and the huge monument of Rizal in the center. Rizal was famously known as the "national hero" of the Philippines, whose political and literary writings inspired the Philippine Revolution against Spanish colonization. The monument is guarded by military members (I think based on their suits), and the park is well-watched by many park security (their hub is at the Aguinaldo house further into the cool park). After taking in the views and taking many pictures, if you walk further into the park for a minute, there are food vendors! Whether you are craving different types of BBQ, fresh juices, mango with bagoóng (fermented shrimp paste), live music from people who sing SO good, and much more, it is a great place to eat. A lot of the food was around 50-75 pesos which ranges from 75 cents to 1.75 USD. There is a huge water fountain that puts on a show with different colors and water patterns that go along with music blasted from speakers. It is a vibe and so adorable with so many people that surround the fountain singing out loud to the music. There are many shopping vendors and most definitely a lot of people that will approach you to sell items for purchase. I love the live music from people as every person that performs honestly is SO good and they play their music too. This place truly is a gem!
Been to Manila several times over the years. Last February was the first time that I ever visited Rizal Park in Manila. Thanks to our friends for inviting us to join them. The sisters wanted to recreate a childhood photo that was taken of them 50 years earlier at this same park. It was great to watch them have fun reminiscing and recreating those childhood memories at this pretty and historic park. This large park is named after the country's national hero. No, I am not talking about Manny Pacquiao. Dr. José Rizal is the Filipino hero. Unfortunately, we did not have enough time to fully explore this urban park. Definitely need to return.
Rizal Park, and the Jose Rizal National Monument are a must visit when you come to Manila. Jose Rizal is so revered bc his writings in support of Philippine independence fr Spain sparked a revolution. The Spanish feared Jose Rizal so much that they executed him. Jose Rizal traveled to Europe where his writings were also revered. There are statues of him in Spain & Germany, as well as other parts of the world. The other things in the park pale in comparison to the Jose Rizal monument and execution site. Spend some time here if you come to Manila, then walk across the street for a drink or meal at the classic Manila Hotel.
I'll try to keep my thoughts on American education and how it ignores just about the entire other side of the world out of this review. Infuriating that American, European, and learning about the Middle East is about as far as our educational system goes. Teach us more about the EAST! I didn't know much about Rizal other than his name pops up around the Philippines and then there is this park dedicated to him. José Rizal is considered a hero in the Philippines. He only lived to be 35. I say lived but he likely would've lived much longer had he not been executed. He spoke out about the colonization by Spain and pushed for political reforms. Eventually, he was executed by the Spanish for his rebellion. The park takes up a large area. The main area has a pond, a few statues/art pieces, places to sit, a flag, and a monument dedicated to him. In the main area, there also seem to be dozens of people trying to get you to take a tour of more of Manila(but I'll talk about that sales tactic more in my Boracay review). I understand the grind but those people pushing for you to take various tours do take away from the main area of the park. There are other things to see in the park itself including a Chinese garden(nice and peaceful), a Japanese garden(Could use some renovation), and most notably the area where Rizal was executed. There was a school group there at the execution site along with a few local tourists but I was stunned by how quiet it was being right in the middle of busy Manila. The site also includes statues of Rizal being shot and the soldiers from that day. Oh... that's another thing. Rizal wasn't just executed... he was executed by firing squad. I appreciate that the history isn't censored. The statues at the execution site get the point across on how brutal that day was. If you're in Manila, I'd make this a stop if you've never been. I think we were there for about 30-45 minutes so it won't take your entire day unless you want to relax in one of the gardens. Side notes: Because of where this park is positioned, you have easy access to the aquarium to the west, numerous historical sites to the north, and various museums to the east/northeast. You could hire a trike or jump on a jeepney but it's easily walkable.
US history, but of course, European history - yeah sure. Black history, shared daily. Mexican history, intertwined with Cali and TX history. But Philippine history, say what?? Is that taught anywhere here?? So I actually had to read up on my roots to get a sense of who I am. Dr. jose Rizal would have to be the most famous Philippine hero. He resisted Spain's colonialism which lasted 300+ years. He was killed by firing squad by the way, which is really a gangsta way to go out. The tourists enjoy coming to this park, to check out the Rizal monument. There's a gigantic flag pole and Philippine flag and that bright shiny sun to go along with your walk as you check out different parts of the park. There's a really nice Chinese garden with pond but the Japanese Garden section needs to be upgraded. With all of the hustle and bustle in Manila, this park is actually kinda peaceful.
This is one of the historical park in the Philippines also known as Luneta Park, it was located in Ermita, Manila. The park was named after The National Hero Dr. Jose P. Rizal. This park has a lot to tell about the history itself. If you want to learn more click this link. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Rizal_Park#/media/File:293Rizal_Park_landmarks_attractions_historical_memorials_30.jpg
This place is an iconic park located in the heart of Manila formerly known as Bagumbayan is rich in history. Widely known as Luneta Park, Rizal Park is the place where Philippine national hero Dr. Jose Rizal was executed in 1896. This is one of the most significant landmarks in the Philippines and is also recognized as the Philippines' main kilometer zero. The best place for family and friends to gather together and enjoy outdoor activities for free.
Nice park with many attractions and sites in Manila, as it is mostly known for where Jose Rizal was executed and is now buried at. We came here for a day to visit many of the sites within, as it's a good walk and way to spend much of the day in. The park is very large and has many sites here, including the National Library, museums and galleries, international gardens, and where you can see Rizal's monument and where his remains lie. Though many of the sites within do have an additional fee, the park itself is a place to visit, to learn more of the Philippines' history and get a sense of the community here. I recommend for anyone visiting for the first time to visit the visitor's center in the park, where the friendly staff can help direct you to what sites to see and provide a map of where to go since the park is very large. Rizal Park is a tourist trap though. Many of the vendors in the park are selling souvenirs, snacks, and people are aggressively asking you if you want additional tours and so forth. Much of this is around the comfort rooms, which you have to pay for to use. The park is walking distance to other historic sites, including the National Museum, Intramuros, Ocean Beach, etc... It was actually hard for us to get a taxi out, but finally found one once we walked to the street and waved a taxi down. For first-time visitors and tourists, Rizal Park is a great place to visit to learn more about the country's history.
Awesome park! Lots of history here. Definitely worth visiting if you're visiting Philippines, whether it's day time or night. During the day, you can set foot where history happened. One of Filipino's heroes was killed at that location. The huge statue at the front of the park, that's him! At night, you can experience the awesome music water fountain. They play American music along with Filipino music. It gets crowded but because the park is huge, you'll still have a place to stand or sit to enjoy the show. There is also a really nice children playground there but there was an admission charge. However, it's pretty cheap to get in. Here is a video of my experience: https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=L3D3sXAqA18
Last time I was surrounded by a huge volume of people was back in 2014 during the big game parade in downtown Seattle for the Seahawks. Rizal Park wasn't as crowded as that event but it sure felt like it. We visited on a Sunday. We started at the Statue of the Sentinel of Freedom (Lapu-Lapu monument), stopped by the José Rizal monument, then walked to the Kilometer 0 Landmark. I liked seeing the Philippine National Flagpole. It was very powerful watching the flag waving in the light wind. This is a nice park with plenty of historical markers. It's definitely worth visiting if you want to know more about Filipino history. I'm glad it's free for the public as well. As a visitor, it was a mistake coming on a Sunday. We didn't know there was an event going on in the Burnham Green area. For an open space it was extremely crowded. It was difficult getting picked up by rideshare too because of the heavy traffic. We didn't get to experience the entirety of the park since we came in the afternoon and the heat was unbearable. If I were to return in the future, I'd plan it out better. I would go early in the morning on a weekday while kids are in school and people are at work. I'd definitely bring a portable fan, a full water bottle, and a UV umbrella too. read more
2 months ago
Very big and beautiful park. Enjoyed walking through it with very spacious road and plenty of green and shade. This park is connected to a lot of places for tourist to visit (short cut) if decided to walk instead. At night time, it is well lit up, especially during the holidays. read more
Rizal Park thoroughly honors their national hero by that last name. José Rizal, was a doctor, intellectual and patriot. He helped to inspire the Philippine Revolution from 1896 to 1898, which ended over two centuries of Spanish rule. His life works, betrayal, and execution reminded me of the Stations of the Cross in its step-by-step detailed sculptures. From my foreigner perspective, it was all very interesting and well presented, albeit a little drawn out. The park like setting of all this has a nice sense of calmness and reflection. read more
Luneta Park, also known as, Rizal Park was one of my favorite highlights throughout my trip to the Philippines. I expected that all there was to this park was the monument of Jose Rizal. Little did I realize there was so much to do, especially during the evening. The park feels very patriotic, with many flags of the Philippines around the park and the huge monument of Rizal in the center. Rizal was famously known as the "national hero" of the Philippines, whose political and literary writings inspired the Philippine Revolution against Spanish colonization. The monument is guarded by military members (I think based on their suits), and the park is well-watched by many park security (their hub is at the Aguinaldo house further into the cool park). After taking in the views and taking many pictures, if you walk further into the park for a minute, there are food vendors! Whether you are craving different types of BBQ, fresh juices, mango with bagoóng (fermented shrimp paste), live music from people who sing SO good, and much more, it is a great place to eat. A lot of the food was around 50-75 pesos which ranges from 75 cents to 1.75 USD. There is a huge water fountain that puts on a show with different colors and water patterns that go along with music blasted from speakers. It is a vibe and so adorable with so many people that surround the fountain singing out loud to the music. There are many shopping vendors and most definitely a lot of people that will approach you to sell items for purchase. I love the live music from people as every person that performs honestly is SO good and they play their music too. This place truly is a gem! read more
11 months ago
Been to Manila several times over the years. Last February was the first time that I ever visited Rizal Park in Manila. Thanks to our friends for inviting us to join them. The sisters wanted to recreate a childhood photo that was taken of them 50 years earlier at this same park. It was great to watch them have fun reminiscing and recreating those childhood memories at this pretty and historic park. This large park is named after the country's national hero. No, I am not talking about Manny Pacquiao. Dr. José Rizal is the Filipino hero. Unfortunately, we did not have enough time to fully explore this urban park. Definitely need to return. read more
Rizal Park, and the Jose Rizal National Monument are a must visit when you come to Manila. Jose Rizal is so revered bc his writings in support of Philippine independence fr Spain sparked a revolution. The Spanish feared Jose Rizal so much that they executed him. Jose Rizal traveled to Europe where his writings were also revered. There are statues of him in Spain & Germany, as well as other parts of the world. The other things in the park pale in comparison to the Jose Rizal monument and execution site. Spend some time here if you come to Manila, then walk across the street for a drink or meal at the classic Manila Hotel. read more
I'll try to keep my thoughts on American education and how it ignores just about the entire other side of the world out of this review. Infuriating that American, European, and learning about the Middle East is about as far as our educational system goes. Teach us more about the EAST! I didn't know much about Rizal other than his name pops up around the Philippines and then there is this park dedicated to him. José Rizal is considered a hero in the Philippines. He only lived to be 35. I say lived but he likely would've lived much longer had he not been executed. He spoke out about the colonization by Spain and pushed for political reforms. Eventually, he was executed by the Spanish for his rebellion. The park takes up a large area. The main area has a pond, a few statues/art pieces, places to sit, a flag, and a monument dedicated to him. In the main area, there also seem to be dozens of people trying to get you to take a tour of more of Manila(but I'll talk about that sales tactic more in my Boracay review). I understand the grind but those people pushing for you to take various tours do take away from the main area of the park. There are other things to see in the park itself including a Chinese garden(nice and peaceful), a Japanese garden(Could use some renovation), and most notably the area where Rizal was executed. There was a school group there at the execution site along with a few local tourists but I was stunned by how quiet it was being right in the middle of busy Manila. The site also includes statues of Rizal being shot and the soldiers from that day. Oh... that's another thing. Rizal wasn't just executed... he was executed by firing squad. I appreciate that the history isn't censored. The statues at the execution site get the point across on how brutal that day was. If you're in Manila, I'd make this a stop if you've never been. I think we were there for about 30-45 minutes so it won't take your entire day unless you want to relax in one of the gardens. Side notes: Because of where this park is positioned, you have easy access to the aquarium to the west, numerous historical sites to the north, and various museums to the east/northeast. You could hire a trike or jump on a jeepney but it's easily walkable. read more
US history, but of course, European history - yeah sure. Black history, shared daily. Mexican history, intertwined with Cali and TX history. But Philippine history, say what?? Is that taught anywhere here?? So I actually had to read up on my roots to get a sense of who I am. Dr. jose Rizal would have to be the most famous Philippine hero. He resisted Spain's colonialism which lasted 300+ years. He was killed by firing squad by the way, which is really a gangsta way to go out. The tourists enjoy coming to this park, to check out the Rizal monument. There's a gigantic flag pole and Philippine flag and that bright shiny sun to go along with your walk as you check out different parts of the park. There's a really nice Chinese garden with pond but the Japanese Garden section needs to be upgraded. With all of the hustle and bustle in Manila, this park is actually kinda peaceful. read more
2 years ago
This is one of the historical park in the Philippines also known as Luneta Park, it was located in Ermita, Manila. The park was named after The National Hero Dr. Jose P. Rizal. This park has a lot to tell about the history itself. If you want to learn more click this link. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Rizal_Park#/media/File:293Rizal_Park_landmarks_attractions_historical_memorials_30.jpg read more
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This place is an iconic park located in the heart of Manila formerly known as Bagumbayan is rich in history. Widely known as Luneta Park, Rizal Park is the place where Philippine national hero Dr. Jose Rizal was executed in 1896. This is one of the most significant landmarks in the Philippines and is also recognized as the Philippines' main kilometer zero. The best place for family and friends to gather together and enjoy outdoor activities for free. read more
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Nice park with many attractions and sites in Manila, as it is mostly known for where Jose Rizal was executed and is now buried at. We came here for a day to visit many of the sites within, as it's a good walk and way to spend much of the day in. The park is very large and has many sites here, including the National Library, museums and galleries, international gardens, and where you can see Rizal's monument and where his remains lie. Though many of the sites within do have an additional fee, the park itself is a place to visit, to learn more of the Philippines' history and get a sense of the community here. I recommend for anyone visiting for the first time to visit the visitor's center in the park, where the friendly staff can help direct you to what sites to see and provide a map of where to go since the park is very large. Rizal Park is a tourist trap though. Many of the vendors in the park are selling souvenirs, snacks, and people are aggressively asking you if you want additional tours and so forth. Much of this is around the comfort rooms, which you have to pay for to use. The park is walking distance to other historic sites, including the National Museum, Intramuros, Ocean Beach, etc... It was actually hard for us to get a taxi out, but finally found one once we walked to the street and waved a taxi down. For first-time visitors and tourists, Rizal Park is a great place to visit to learn more about the country's history. read more
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Awesome park! Lots of history here. Definitely worth visiting if you're visiting Philippines, whether it's day time or night. During the day, you can set foot where history happened. One of Filipino's heroes was killed at that location. The huge statue at the front of the park, that's him! At night, you can experience the awesome music water fountain. They play American music along with Filipino music. It gets crowded but because the park is huge, you'll still have a place to stand or sit to enjoy the show. There is also a really nice children playground there but there was an admission charge. However, it's pretty cheap to get in. Here is a video of my experience: https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=L3D3sXAqA18 read more
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New York has the Statue of Liberty, Sydney has the Opera House, China has the Great Wall and the Philippines, We have the Rizal Park. It's the pride of every Filipino and it is the country's Landmark. it is surrounded by lush green grass and it gives me an unexplainable feeling whenever I visit this noble place. read more
2 years ago
Also known as Luneta Park. I absolutely love it here. It's a nice stroll in the humidity to see the Rizal monument and Lapu Lapu statue. You can't get close to the Rizal monument as there are guards (to this day) guarding him and a barricade you don't pass. The Lapu Lapu statue is absolutely immense you cannot miss it. There's a garden and maybe some horses on carriages and more for plenty of photo ops. read more
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Rizal Park is a very nice park I've ever experienced with my family we take a picture and lots of great memories we talked about and stroll around its nice ambiance. If you want to have a wonderful vacation try to visit Luneta Park where the monuments of Rizal are robustly stood this is where Jose Rizal our national hero was executed. read more
11 years ago
Rizal Park had such a bad rep, and for good reason, which is why it isn't surprising that people aren't really flocking to spend lazy Sunday afternoons here. But this shouldn't be the case anymore, as Rizal Park is now considered one of the premier parks in Asia. It used to be that any outing to Rizal Park, or Luneta as most call it, would end up with you getting mugged. The lack of lights and the fact that hobos and vagabonds sleep on the benches and on the grass didn't help either. In the last few years, however, those have all changed. The National Parks Development Committee cleaned up the park, placed lights everywhere, and even installed CCTV cameras all over the place. They've also teamed up with the Department of Tourism and private sector companies like 2GO Travel in an attempt to revitalize the largest urban park in the region. I apologize for the hard sell. I just really love this park, and I hope you learn to love it too. read more
11 years ago
Rizal Park, more commonly referred to as Luneta, is Manila's "Ground Zero". This park is so central to Manila's history and identity that Kilometer Zero is actually located here. Most Manila tours begin here, and it's not hard to see why. Luneta's is where you will find the iconic Rizal Monument, the Philippines' most famous landmark. After you get your photos or selfies with the statue, go over and check out the rest of the park. There are a couple of special gardens there worth checking out (I like the Japanese Garden a lot, just saying). Do check out the "last moments of Rizal" part because it's pretty amazing. If you go there later in the afternoon, the fountain show is pretty nice to watch. And if you're there on a Sunday, stick around for the long-running "Concert at the Park" series, where orchestras from all over perform pleasant music for the people visiting the park. Luneta is also a good take-off point to check out Manila's heritage buildings. From Luneta, you can make a beeline for the National Museum buildings (the National Art Gallery, and the Museum of the Filipino People), Manila City Hall, Metropolitan Theater, and the Manila Post Office. read more
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If New York has Central Park, Manila has Luneta Park! This massive (58 hectares!), green (when it isn't too hot) expanse of land is found in Manila City, next to Intramuros. Growing up, sadly, I heard all these stories about it to basically stay away. Lucky for me, my first job was situated right by the park so I had to give it another chance! Walking down the main pathway, I'm glad I did check it out, it was nice to see people hanging out, having merienda or simply making use of the space. On one end of the park stands the Rizal Memorial, iconic in its own right as our national hero, and appropriately the other end stands Lapu-Lapu, our first hero! There are many mini parks and gardens, food stalls and art work laid all over. At night there's also a mesmerizing light and fountain show that I found myself watching for almost an hour! It's a great to just go and check it out, it'd be a shame not to know what's in your backyard! read more
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