Statues in the Philippines

Discover 6 unusual statues in the Philippines.

Lapu-Lapu City, Philippines

Lapu-Lapu Monument

This statue honors the Philippine warrior who repelled a foreign invader and prevented Ferdinand Magellan from circumnavigating the globe.

Manila, Philippines

GOMBURZA Monument

Dedicated to the three priests whose execution inspired author José Rizal.

The capitol building

Isulan, Philippines

Sultan Kudarat Provincial Capitol

This grand building inspired by classic Islamic architecture is home to a seat of provincial government.

Devil in the cemetery.

Malabon, Philippines

Demon in the Cemetery

A very peculiar and macabre statue calls Tugatog Cemetery home.

Cagayan de Oro, Philippines

Christ of the Divine Mercy

A 50-foot-tall statue of Jesus where a stairway transports the faithful into his body.

Cebu City, Philippines

Santo Niño de Cebú

A small statue of child Jesus given by Magellan in 1521

Record-breaking shoes on display in Marikina (Pinoy Records)

Marikina, Philippines

World's Largest Shoes

Marikina's record-breaking loafers.

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