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The Bacolod version of Central park but smaller; fountains are scattered around the plaza and a gazebo stands in the middle. The Unknown Soldiers Monument (also known as Theodore Vinther Monument) is found here. The plaza is used for events like the MassKara Festival and for activities such as Arnis (Filipino martial arts). It is also a hub for joggers and people doing aerobics during the morning.
The Bacolod Public Plaza, officially the Plaza del 6 de Noviembre, named after the day of the Spanish surrender of Negros Island to the Negros revolutionaries, is one of the notable landmarks of Bacolod, the capital of Negros Occidental, Philippines. It is located in the heart of the downtown area, near the old city hall and across from the San Sebastian Cathedral. The plaza is a trapezoidal park with a belt of trees around the periphery and a gazebo at the center. Scattered within the trees are four circular fountains.
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Bacolod’s main Catholic church, begun in the late 19th century and completed in 1894. Built of coral stone and later covered with cement, it is one of the city’s key landmarks. The cathedral is also known for its Centennial Bells and the nearby Palacio Episcopal.
This private display is the result of many years of collecting figurines and related items. Its miniature Christmas village features intricate hand-painted details, including cliffs, lakes, and mountains, all made by the owner. Photography is not allowed, but souvenir photos and postcards are available.
Marks the site where Pope John Paul II celebrated Mass for thousands of Bacolodnons.
Housed in the former Provincial Government building, The Negros Museum traces the history of Negros Occidental from its beginnings through the colonial era, the rise of the sugar industry, the revolution, and the province’s cultural development. It also features material on past governors and murals by Negrense artists, and serves as a venue for exhibitions by Filipino artists.
NFEFI
A movement of concerned citizens to conserve the forests of Negros Island as well as animals that are under threat of extinction. Visit the foundation and see their rare warty pigs, leopard cats, spotted dear, bleeding heart pigeon and many more animals, most of which are endangered. Help the foundation by adopting an animal or tree, or by becoming an NFEFI volunteer.
The official seat of the provincial government and perhaps the most impressive building in Bacolod City. It served as the headquarters of the Japanese Imperial Army during World War II. The Romanesque-style building stands in landscaped grounds with a park and lagoon, and features Ang Paghimud-os ("The Struggle" in Hiligaynon), a sculpture by Eduardo Castrillo, as well as The Man and the Carabao sculpture by Felix V. Garzon.