Bantayog ng mga Bayani, Memorial and museum in Quezon City, Philippines
The Bantayog ng mga Bayani is a memorial and museum in Quezon City featuring a 14-meter monument showing a figure lifted by Mother Philippines toward freedom. The grounds include a building with a research center, library, and exhibitions documenting a pivotal period in the nation's history.
The memorial was established after the peaceful revolution of 1986 to honor those who fought against authoritarian rule from 1972 to 1986. It emerged from a desire to recognize those who worked toward the restoration of democratic government.
The black granite wall displays names of those who lost their lives fighting for the country's freedom during authoritarian rule. Visitors can pause here to reflect on their sacrifice and remember their contributions.
The site is open to the public with both outdoor areas for walking and an indoor building with exhibitions. Visitors should allow time to explore both the monument and the collections and documents in the research center.
A committee continuously evaluates nominations of individuals to be recognized as martyrs or heroes. This ongoing documentation work allows long-overlooked contributions to be honored.
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