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The Philippines is rich in cultural and historical treasures. The time of revolution against the Spanish colonizers proves how brave Filipinos are. Every year, in August, we honor all our Philippine revolutionary heroes who valiantly fought and sacrificed their lives for the freedom we enjoy today.
In celebration of Heroes’ Day this August, here’s a run-down of the birthplaces of the Philippines’ revolutionary heroes. Consider yourself lucky if you own a property or live near these historic sites.
Touch Me Not
Jose Protacio Rizal Mercado y Realonda, popularly known as Jose Rizal, is the country’s national hero. Rizal is the pride of Calamba, Laguna. He had shown leadership and courage through his writings, Noli Me Tangere and El Filibusterismo, two books that every Filipino student reads through. The teleserye entitled Maria Clara at Ibarra has made these two masterpieces from Rizal more popular among Gen Zs.
The town managed to build the tallest Rizal monument as the newest tourist attraction and historical landmark for the entire country. His legacy will forever be in the hearts of Filipinos as they continuously commemorate his heroism every 30th day of December, the day he became a martyr. Because of Rizal, Calamba City continues to attract a lot of real estate developments throughout the years with its neighboring areas in Laguna.
Supreme Katipunero
Andres Bonifacio y de Castro, the Supremo and the revolutionary leader of Kataastaasan, Kagalang-galang Katipunan ng mga Anak ng Bayan (KKK) or literally the “Highest and Most Respected Society of the Children of the Country.” He started an armed struggle against Spain, which Rizal opposed at that time.
Hailing from Tondo Manila, Andres Bonifacio used his physical strength and leadership to fight against the country’s conquerors. To honor his bravery in protecting the freedom of every Filipino, November 30, his birthday, has been declared a national holiday. Tondo, Manila is now place of business and more real estate investors are infusing capital here to build many vertical developments to tap the young generation.
First President
Emilio Aguinaldo y Famy is the firstPresident of the Republic of the Philippines. His excellent leadership as a general led the country to its independence from Spain. The Emilio F. Aguinaldo Shrine is located in his own town in Kawit, Cavite, where the Declaration of Independence from Spain was declared on June 12, 1898, which is also a national holiday in the Philippines.
Today, the house of Aguinaldo is a museum. It’s the centerpiece that makes Cavite “history capital of the Philippines” largely due to Aguinaldo’s influence and leadership. Many townships in the area have historical significance related to the revolution, attracting many property developers and seekers to this city.
Mother of Balintawak
Tandang Sora, or Mechora Aquino de Ramos, is the Grand Woman of the Revolution. Despite old age, she managed to give refuge to the sick and wounded revolutionaries in Balintawak, Quezon City. She was born in Banlat, Quezon City. In 2012, on her 200th birthday, her remains were transferred to Tandang Sora National Shrine in Banlat, Quezon City, but the place is now called Tandang Sora, Quezon City. Quezon City has been a prime location for real estate developers, not only for its rich historical heritage but also because it is the hub of many government agencies.
Brains of the Revolution
Apolinario Mabini y Maranan is considered “Utak ng Himagsikan,” or the brains of the revolution. He worked as the prime legal counsel of the revolutionary group. He lost his two legs because of polio, but his condition did not limit him from fulfilling his duties to the revolution. Tanauan, Batangas, is the hometown of Mabini. As one of the greatest patriots, his birthday, July 23, is declared Mabini Day in Tanauan, Batangas province.
Overall, it was not how powerful or intelligent you were but how strong you wanted to fight for the country’s freedom and democracy. Rizal, Bonifacio, Aguinaldo, Sora, and Mabini are just a few names among the thousands who sacrificed their lives for Philippine independence, thus planting the seeds of democracy in our country.
