Punta Cruz Watchtower
Punta Cruz Watchtower, Spanish colonial watchtower in Maribojoc, Philippines.
Punta Cruz Watchtower is a triangular stone structure located at the western tip of Maribojoc with a hexagonal second level. The unusual geometric shape allows visitors on the upper level to see the surrounding islands and ocean.
The tower was built in 1796 under the supervision of Father Manuel Sanchez to protect the region from recurring pirate attacks from southern waters. This construction was part of a broader Spanish defensive system developed for the islands during that period.
The entrance displays the Spanish coat-of-arms and inscriptions dedicated to Saint Vincent Ferrer, showing how religion and defense were closely connected during the colonial period. These religious symbols help visitors understand the spiritual role the tower held for local communities.
To reach the watchtower, take a bus from Tagbilaran Integrated Bus Terminal to Tubigon and then walk to the site. The access is straightforward, though climbing to the upper level requires basic mobility.
The structure is the only watchtower in the Philippines built in the shape of a perfect isosceles triangle with a hexagonal upper level. This unusual combination makes it architecturally remarkable among similar structures from that era.
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