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Cagayan de Oro City
The monument in Rizal Park was built in June 19, 1917 in honor of the country's national hero. The park has withstood time and has even lived through the second World War. Jose Rizal was noted as the Philippine National Hero due to his advocacy in freeing the Filipinos from the Spanish occupation. He was remembered because his efforts were made through writing, not warfare. Source:cdoguide 

Olongapo
Rizal Park is located in Olongapo, Zambales, Philippines. Rizal Park is Olongapo’s oldest park. It is also the site of various programs, public gatherings, and a great place to enjoy the cool breeze and stretch your legs under the shade of Olongapo’s trees. Source:Philippinesinsider.com  

Dapitan City
This historic spot in Dapitan attracts tourists not only from nearby cities but also from Luzon and Visayas. Educational field trips mostly head towards this park where the national hero was exiled during the Spanish era. Experience Dapitan and visit other historical spots. Source:Tourist Spots in Mindanao   

Albay
This monument is located within the city proper along Rizal Street and ideal for relaxation. Source:1stPhilippines.com

Davao City
Rizal Promenade is a small collection of bars and restaurants located along Rizal Street. Although the place seems small, it is surely a good place to party during the night. There are band performances and sometimes you can see girls dancing at the bartop. HOW TO GET THERE Rizal Promenade is in Rizal Street and is near some of the city's popular landmark such as Jollibee Bolton and UP Anda.

Manila
Rizal Shrine is located in Intramuros, Manila, Philippines. The restored shrine inside Fort Santiago houses Rizaliana items in memory of the Phiilppines' national hero. Jose RIzal spent his last few days here before he was executed on December 30, 1896. Among the objects exhibited are various books and manuscripts by and about the national hero; sketches, paintings, wood carvings and sculpture done by the hero; paraphernalia and souvenir acquired during his several trips abroad; and a collection of colonial style furniture form his hometown in Calamba, Laguna.  How to get to Rizal Shrine From T.M. Kalaw St., walk to Mabini or Pedro Gil Sts. and hail a PUJ bound for the pier and get off at the Bonifacio Drive Intersection. From here, Fort Santiago is a five minute walk foing towards Aduana Street. Source:Flyphilippines.info

Olongapo
Rizal Triangle is located in Olongapo, Zambales, Philippines. Dedicated to the lasting friendship between the American and Filipino nations. It sits right beside the City Hall where most of the city activities and programs are held.  Source:Wowphilippines.com.ph

Iloilo
Go during lunchtime to the hustling and bustling street of JM Basa Street, and more often than not, you'll see a throng of hungry people lining up at Roberto's.  A quite old establishment, Roberto's has been in business for almost 20 years, yet the interiors are still the same. The restaurant has become an icon of Ilonggo dining.  Most famous is their Queen Siopao which is only sold 3 days in a month, this humongous treat is loaded with bacon, chinese sausage, chicken-pork adobo, and egg. Also a favorite among frequent diners are camaron relleno, morcon, and meatballs. More about Roberto's Restaurant and about their Queen Siopao.

Buenavista
Roca Encantada in Buenavista, Guimaras is the summer house of the Lopez clan built in 1910 for Doña Presentacion Hofileña Lopez. The mansion was declared “heritage house” by the National Heritage Institute.  The mansion is built on top of a rock that was believed to be enchanted, thus the name Roca Encantada.  The mansion's balcony offers a magnificent 180-degree view of the sea. The beachfront, Siete Pecados Island and Iloilo Strait makes is a picturesque sight from the balcony. 

Dingalan
Rocks of Dingalan is located in Barangay Tanawan, Dingalan, Aurora, Philippines.  Large boulders of black igneous rock litter the mountainside all the way from the borders of the province, despite the absence of volcanoes in the area. Some local residents suggest that the rocks must date back to prehistoric times, since they've been there as long as the residents' ancestors could remember.  Source:Aurora.ph