Lapu Lapu Statue, Visayas, Philippines

4.0 (977 reviews) Spent Ranking #1 in Visayas Monuments & Statues

A piece of History...

Of all the places we were, this was one of the ones that touched us the most, for the sake of being Portuguese and having been the place where Ferdinand Magellan was killed. Unlike everything that surrounds this place, here everything is spacious and minimally organized and careful. Tributes are paid to Lapu Lapu (named as the first Philippine national hero), the Ferdinand Magellan, commander of the first fleet that circumnavigated the world and all the historical achievements accomplished by the Spaniards in this stoppage.
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Address

Barangay Mactan , Lapu Lapu, Philippines.

Website

http://www.publicartaroundtheworld.com/Lapu

Current local date and time now

Tuesday, May 07, 2024, 22:13

User Ratings

4.0 based on (977 reviews)

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Reviews

  • 4oldhometown99 5:00 PM Dec 28, 2022
    History
    For world history buffs, it's a must visit spot. The man who led the first sailing expedition around the world met his end at this spot in 1521 at the hands of Lapu Lapu and his men. A memorial to Magellan and the statue of Lapu Lapu are the highlights in a wide plaza. Area is safe (although parking spots are not plentiful). A bazaar of local goods are also featured on the grounds. For those who don't have any appreciation for history...it will be a bore. For others, it will be fascinating. Know which type of person you and your traveling companions are.
  • 3Dianne A 5:00 PM Mar 31, 2020
    LAPU LAPU STATUE
    This statue is now standing close to a market selling souvenirs. In the photo he's surrounded by foliage looking proud. Now he's standing in what looks like a car park. What a shame. This is amazing history on Mactan Island. Maybe he'll be moved again. There's nothing written there about the battle or how brave he must have been. Sad let down what a shame. Dianne.

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