Top 5 Historical Sites in the

Philippines
PREPARED BY: DHAN NINO LARIOQUE
RYAN GILBERT LACAP
1. Emilio Aguinaldo Shrine (Kawit, Cavite)
We cannot free ourselves
unless we move forward united
by a single desire. Emilio
Aguinaldo
 Unquestionably, the Aguinaldo Shrine is the most relevant on June
12. Considered as the birthplace of the nation, since this is where the
proclamation of Philippine Independence took place, from the
window of the grand hall of the mansion to be exact. The national
shrine contains three main parts: the main house, the tower and the
family wing. Inside the mansion are various memorabilia of the late
president, hidden rooms and secret passageways, and many
interesting information about the revolution.
2. Tirad Pass (Vigan, Ilocos Sur)
 "The General (Emilio Aguinaldo) has given me a platoon of available men
and has ordered me to defend this pass. I am aware what a difficult task
has been given to me. Nevertheless, I feel that this is the most glorious
moment of my life. I am doing everything for my beloved country. There is
no greater sacrifice." Gregorio Del Pilar
Ever heard of The Battle of Tirad Pass? It was a fight that raged between
Filipino and American soldiers at a mountain pass in the highlands of Ilocos
Sur. Against three hundred Americans, sixty Filipino soldiers, led by
Brigadier General Gregorio Del Pilar, fought a nevertheless great battle with
eight people to make it out alive.
Today, Tirad Pass serves as a symbol and testament of bravery, heroism,
and sacrifice of Del Pilar and his men. Along the trail of the popular tourist
site is a shrine of Del Pilar on a horseback that marks the late generals
burial spot.
3. Rizal Park (Roxas Boulevard, Manila)
 On this battlefield man has no better weapon than his intelligence,
no other force but his heart. Jose Rizal _
Perhaps the most accessible for Metro Manila residents, Rizal Park,
otherwise known as Luneta Park, is where the national heros
execution took place on December 30, 1896, which sparked the
Philippine Revolution against Spanish colonizers on 1898. The
attraction in Roxas Boulevard contains the Independence Flagpole,
Jose Rizals monument as well as his remains.

 Apart from the traditional flag raising ceremony and other rituals
during Independence Day, Rizal Park is also a venue for Philippine
Presidential Inaugurations, which are taking place at the Quirino
Frandstand; and other important events in the calendar, including
religious gatherings.

4. Gat Andres Bonifacio Trial House

(Maragondon, Cavite)
 Reason teaches us to rely on ourselves and not to depend on others for our
living. Reason tells us to be united that we may have the strength to
combat the evils in our country. Andres Bonifacio
Philippine politics has been controversial since the last cantury. This is
reflected in the Gat Andres Bonifacios Trial House in Maragondon, Cavite.
In 1897, it became a venue for the trial of brothers Andres and Procopio
Bonifacio, who were charged by the court with treason and sedition. This
trial is considered one of the tragedies in Philippine history.
Open to the public from Tuesday to Saturday, Gat Andres Bonifacio Trial
House lets visitors have a glimpse of a dark episode during the olden times
with a life-size diorama to reenact the scene.
5. Apolinario Mabini Shrine (Mabini, Tanauan,
Batangas)
 To tell a man to be quiet when a necessity is not fulfilled is
shaking all the fibers in his being is tantamount to asking a
hungry man to be filled before taking the food which he
needs. Apolinario Mabini
Apoliario Mabini, the Sublime Paralytic _and the _Brain of
the Revolution never fought with any physical weapon.
Despite being born in a poor family and not able to walk all
his life, Mabini was an intellectual person. And his wisdom
and logic became his most powerful armour.
 Witness Apolinario Mabinis simple life as you visit his shrine
in Tanauan, Batangas, and browse through his journey as a
natural-born leader and General Emilio Aguinaldos most
trusted adviser.
To honor Philippine Independence Day is never enough if we
do not understand the roots of the gift of freedom we
treasure today, tomorrow and in the centuries to come. Book
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these places in time for this historic occasion.