Kalayaan Hall, Government building in San Miguel, Philippines
Kalayaan Hall sits within the Malacañang Palace and displays Renaissance-Revival architecture with pre-cast ornaments and hand-carved wooden details throughout its interior. The building houses multiple galleries showing presidential items, historical artifacts, and important documents that record Philippine leadership across generations.
The structure was built in 1920 during American colonial rule and initially served as the Executive Building and main office for Philippine presidents until Ramon Magsaysay's era. After the 1986 People Power Revolution, it received its current name, Kalayaan Hall.
The hall displays personal belongings and artwork from Philippine presidents, showing their tastes and interests across different eras. Walking through, you notice how these objects reveal the character of each leader beyond their official duties.
The rooms are easy to access and invite you to walk through the galleries and view the displays at your own pace. It helps to set aside enough time for a leisurely visit so you can appreciate all the rooms and collections properly.
The building went through several name changes, starting as the Executive Building, then becoming Maharlika Hall, before finally becoming Kalayaan Hall. These shifts in naming reflect the different chapters and transitions in Philippine political history.
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