Must-Visit Historical Sites in Ormoc City
There are a lot of historical sites in Ormoc City that contributed to the province of Leyte’s rich history.
Traveling to Ormoc for the first time? This detailed and curated travel guide will make it easy for you to navigate your way inside, save money, and maximize your time.
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How to Get to Ormoc City Historical Sites
✓ OPTION 1 (BY JEEPNEY/MULTICAB)
Entry Point is in ORMOC PORT.
- From the port, walk to Ormoc City Terminal.
- The historical sites are a few meters away from the Ormoc Port so you can choose to walk it to save some cash.
✓ OPTION 2 (BY PRIVATE CAR/MOTORCYCLE)
- Navigate with Waze or Google Maps and set your destination to “Puente De La Reina” in Ormoc, Leyte.
Exact location: Jose Navarro St, Ormoc City, Leyte
Below is the Map showing the route to Historical Sites in Ormoc
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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS (FAQs)
What are the Historical Sites in Ormoc?
Historical Sites in Ormoc are located in the heart of the City itself. The sites are a few meters away from each other and can be completed in just a few hours.
1. Puente de la Riena
Puente de la Reina the “Bridge of the Queen” is considered as the last existing physical structure that symbolizes the Spanish colonization in the City.
Known as the oldest bridge, its cobblestones are still intact, relics of an age long gone. It was built in the early 1800’s but was completed in 1861. During the Spanish era, the bridge served as a docking area for sailboats, vintas of Chinese, Javans, and Indonesians who frequented the island to sell their products.
The bridge is still in use today. It is situated near the old twin buildings of the Executive and Legislative branches of the city and beside the old Ormoc City Hall which has been converted into a museum.
2. Veteran’s and Centennial Park
Veteran’s and Centennial Park is a park located near Ormoc’s sea wall and is a memorial to the veterans who fought during the liberation of Leyte and the Philippines.
3. Philippine-Japan Peace Memorial
One of the bloodiest encounters of World War II occurred in Ormoc during the Japanese occupation. It is situated in one of the city’s picturesque hills overlooking Ormoc Bay, Carlota Hills in Brgy. Can-adieng.
4. Ruins of Cong. Dominador Tan Residence
The Tan Mansion Ruins was built during the 1930s. It was one of the most beautiful sceneries in Ormoc at that time which was completed a year before World War II. In World War II, the mansion became a Japanese garrison in Leyte.
Its ruins serve as a symbolic structure of Ormocanons indulgence in World War II.
Estimated time to spend in every place?
You will spend around 10 minutes – 20 minutes in every place.
Are food and drinks available in the area?
There are restaurants available on the historical sites.
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How much is the Entrance Fee and Other Noted Fees?
Free.
Opening and Closing Time?
There is no opening and closing time
Parking Space?
Available and is FREE. They have an allotted parking space.
When is the best time to visit the place?
Best time to visit is on weekdays.
You may also want to see 13 Best Things to Do in Ormoc, Leyte.
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TIPS, NOTES AND REMINDERS
- Bring extra clothes so that in every corner, the outfit is different.
- Visit on weekdays to avoid the crowd.
- Bring water so that you can’t be dehydrated.
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