For others, they find Quezon Memorial Circle as their perfect place for jogging, meeting someone, other
activities, and the perfect spot for Pokemon Go gamer as their lure location but for me
– this landmark commemorates the significance of the late President Manuel L. Quezon
and the Commonwealth of the Philippines. I have visited this park several times,
but it’s my second time entering the museum.
The first
Gallery has the detailed information of Manuel L. Quezon’s early age while the
second has the collection of items he used when he was still in Congress
and the First President of the Commonwealth of the Philippines. Photo above is
the Plaque dedicated to Manuel Quezon as Philippine Representative to U.S.
Congress.
Manuel L. Quezon on cover of Time Magazine, Nov. 25, 1935
Gallery Three shows what’s inside
Quezon’s office.
Stunning pieces given by foreign dignitaries.
Huge paintings on the walls and columns.
The fourth gallery has the collection of
memorabilia used during World War Two (1941-1945) like gun holster, military
bags, peaked cap, helmet, owned and worn by Manuel Quezon, Carlos P. Romulo,
and other prominent people fought during the war.
Peaked Cap by Carlos
P. Romulo
Photo above is situated in the
middle of the three pillars where Quezon’s tomb is
situated. The crypt is covered with black granite marble and on the right side
(with cross made of black marble) is allotted for Dona Aurora Quezon.
There’s a special gallery that contains
personal collection of Dona Aurora Quezon. Inside the room are the original
bed, chest and mirror made of wood, Filipiniana dresses, frames, and other
personal memorabilia.
Before leaving Quezon Memorial Circle, finally I was able to see the amazing details of the structure from afar,
without the stores by the entrance. This spot is clean and surrounded by trees but the building on the background is very noticeable. I am just curious
if how will Quezon City Circle looks like at night once they’re done with the
construction.
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