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Libingan ng mga Bayani

Western Bicutan

8 story sections

National cemetery in the Philippines

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Contents

8 sections · tap a section for its opening lines
  1. 1Orientation

    Welcome, esteemed traveler, to the solemn and historic grounds of Libingan ng mga Bayani, located here in the bustling city of Taguig. As we stand at the entrance of this sweeping one hundred and three hectare property, we are…

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  2. 2The Fields of the Fallen: World War II Memorial

    As we move inward from the entrance, we arrive at the expansive central fields, a staggering landscape defined by endless rows of simple white markers. This is the spiritual heart of Libingan ng mga Bayani, the foundational…

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  3. 3The Presidential Block: Northern Corner

    Navigating toward the northern corner of the cemetery, the architectural landscape shifts dramatically. We have entered the Presidential Block, a highly distinguished section allocated specifically for the former presidents of…

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  4. 4The Monument of Fidel V. Ramos

    Still within the northern corner of the cemetery, we approach a site of profound contemporary significance: the final resting place of Fidel Valdez Ramos, the twelfth President of the Philippines. His tomb is a modern, dignified…

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  5. 5The Avenue of Tacticians and Statesmen

    As we walk southward from the presidential block, we enter an avenue dedicated to an array of government dignitaries, statesmen, and highly decorated military personnel. This pathway physically manifests the comprehensive…

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  6. 6The Masters of Form: Visual Arts Section

    We now transition to a remarkably unique and culturally profound sector of Libingan ng mga Bayani: the National Artists and National Scientists area. The presence of these cultural luminaries in a military cemetery is the direct…

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  7. 7Architects of Space and Screen: Arts Section Continued

    Continuing our scholarly walk through the National Artists sector, we encounter the visionaries who shaped the physical environment and the cinematic imagination of the Philippines. The atmosphere here is deeply contemplative,…

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  8. 8Closing

    As we walk back toward the main gates, concluding our extensive journey through the one hundred and three hectares of the Libingan ng mga Bayani, it is essential to pause and synthesize the profound historical narratives we have…

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What is Libingan ng mga Bayani?

Libingan ng mga Bayani is a place in Western Bicutan with 8 story sections on Tellby. You can read the opening of each section on this page; the sound plays in the app.

Key facts
LocationWestern Bicutan
TypeHeritage
Story sections8
Text languageEnglish
Coordinates14.5199, 121.0443
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