Dapitan City | Rizal Park and Shrine
Dapitan City is a very historical city for the Filipinos. Our national hero, Jose P. Rizal, was detained or exiled for many years. Visiting Dapitan City won't be complete without having to visit the Rizal Shrine. Situated perfectly away from the City center, the Rizal Shrine is a property bought and owned by the late national hero where he built houses, school and hospital where he spent most of his life. Even when he was exiled, he continued to teach, learn and perform his duties as a writer, scientist and as a physician. [ To learn more about Jose P. Rizal in Dapitan click here ] Today, Rizal Park and Shrine (also known as Rizal Memorial Protected Landscape ) is a favorite destination for students, friends and families, who would love to learn more and experience the life of Rizal for a day. If you are not familiar with the history of the Philippines and life of Jose P. Rizal, there are licensed tour-guides available on site that would be willing to tour you ...
