About Smallest Plaza
The Smallest Plaza is a tiny public square located in Barangay Central, Jordan, the capital municipality of Guimaras Province, Philippines. Recognized locally as the smallest plaza in the country, it is situated near the Guimaras Provincial Capitol and Jordan Municipal Hall. The plaza features a small Rizal monument at its center and serves as a roadside landmark and photo stop for visitors touring Guimaras Island.
Visitors guide
Visitors can expect a very small, triangular roadside plaza with a central monument dedicated to Jose Rizal, surrounded by paved walkways, low perimeter walls and seating. The site is located at a road junction in central Jordan and is surrounded by government buildings and local shops. There is no large park area to explore; the visit consists of viewing the monument, reading the marker, and taking photos. It is typically visited as a brief stop while touring Jordan town proper.
Key highlights
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Recognized as the smallest plaza in the Philippines
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Central Rizal monument and historical marker
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Located in the heart of Jordan town near the Provincial Capitol
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Quick photo stop and landmark for island tours
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Easily accessible roadside location in Barangay Central
History of Smallest Plaza
The plaza contains a monument to national hero Jose Rizal and is locally promoted as the smallest plaza in the Philippines, serving as a historic town plaza for the capital municipality of Guimaras.
Culture & Context
Functions as a civic landmark and community reference point in Jordan, representing the traditional Philippine town plaza concept on a miniature scale.
Route
| By road | Located in central Jordan along San Miguel - Jordan Road, accessible by tricycle, jeepney, van or private vehicle from Jordan Wharf and Iloilo City via ferry to Jordan |
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