About First Rizal Monument
The First Rizal Monument is a historic memorial located along J.P. Rizal Street in Daet, Camarines Norte, Philippines. Erected on December 30, 1898, it is recognized as the first monument ever built to honor Philippine national hero Jose Rizal. The 20-foot three-tiered stone pylon features a star and the inscription 'A Jose Rizal' and stands in a small park near the Daet River.
Visitors guide
Visitors can expect a small open park with the white stone pylon monument as the central feature. The monument is situated along the roadside near the Daet Elementary School area, surrounded by a low fence and landscaped grounds. Visitors can view the monument up close, read historical markers, take photographs, and learn about its significance as the earliest Rizal memorial. The site is compact and explored on foot.
Key highlights
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First monument built in honor of Jose Rizal in the Philippines, unveiled December 30, 1898
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20-foot three-tiered stone pylon topped with a five-pointed star
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Original inscription 'A Jose Rizal' on the pedestal
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Historical marker installed by the National Historical Commission of the Philippines
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Located in a small landscaped park along Rizal Street in central Daet