Fountain of Justice

The Fountain of Justice is a historic monument and fountain located in front of the Old Bacolod City Hall along Araneta Street in central Bacolod City, Negros Occidental. It marks the site of the former residence of Jose Ruiz de Luzuriaga where the surrender of Spanish authorities and the establishment of the revolutionary government of Negros occurred on November 6, 1898. The fountain is a prominent city landmark and symbol of Negros Occidental's history.

Visitors can expect an outdoor fountain monument situated in a small plaza at a busy intersection directly in front of the Old Bacolod City Hall. The structure features a central fountain with historical markers and inscriptions commemorating the events of November 6, 1898. The site is open and street-facing, surrounded by the city hall building, urban streets, and pedestrian areas. Visitors typically view the monument from the sidewalk, read the markers, and take photographs.

The Fountain of Justice marks the site of the house of Jose Ruiz de Luzuriaga where Spanish authorities surrendered to the revolutionary forces of General Aniceto Lacson and General Juan Araneta on November 6, 1898, during the Negros Revolution. The event led to the establishment of the Cantonal Government of Negros. The monument was erected to commemorate this pivotal moment in Negros Occidental history.

The fountain serves as a civic symbol of freedom, justice, and local identity for the people of Bacolod and Negros Occidental. It is a focal point for historical commemoration and a recognized heritage landmark representing the province's role in the Philippine Revolution.