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October 5th, 2008 -- Posted in Hills, La Union, Monuments |
The statue of Christ the Redeemer is located in Barangay I (Reservoir Hill). In grateful thanksgiving to the City of San Fernando and Province of La Union of Congressman Victor F. Ortega and Former Mayor Mary Jane C. Ortega and their family who personally commissioned the 25 foot statue of Christ the Redeemer at Reservoir Hill, overlooking the city proper and San Fernando Bay.
This was inspired by statue of Christ the Redeemer of former Undersecretary Jose “Peping” Mabanta whose wife Belle, that he put up in his retirement home in Pililla, Rizal, similar to that in Brazil. The Ortega family thought it would be good to have similar statue at Bacsil Ridge but Mr. Mabanta suggested that it is better to put up the statue near the city proper. When Mr. Juan Go heard about this, he offered his lot for free. Mr. Juan Go and family donated the 100 sq. meter area on which the statue stands. Having a common dream, a dream of leaving a landmark that would express their gratitude for the love and support from our community.
October 2nd, 2008 -- Posted in Hills, Historical Sites, La Union, Tourists Spots, Travel |
Heroes Hill & Freedom Park Stairway
Situated at the eastern portion of the Capitol Hill. To be found are Nine (9) statues of our National Heroes, signifying the people’s reverence to their works and sacrifices in attaining the freedom of our nation. There are a total of 153 steps located in Barangay II (Poblacion).
Capitol Hill
Located in Barangay II (Poblacion) and serves as site of the Provincial Capitol.
Pagoda Hill
It is where the Chinese-Filipino Pagoda stands, commanding a panoramic view of the city and the San Fernando City Bay located in Barangay II (Poblacion).
Bethany Hill
Location of Bethany Hospital that was built by Protestant Missionaries in the early 1920’s and located in Barangay II (Poblacion).
Mirador Hill
The highest point of the city where the capitol water reservoir stands located in Barangay II (Poblacion).
Miracle Hill
The home of the New Miracle Mission chapel, atop a cliff facing the sea located in Barangay Pagdaraoan.
Mariner’s Hill
Located in Barangay Catbangen, San Fernando City that served as a navigational reference point to guide ships and seafarers sailing the San Fernando City Harbor
November 30th, 1999 -- Posted in Hills, Monuments |
The statue of Christ the Redeemer is located in Barangay I (Reservoir Hill). In grateful thanksgiving to the City of San Fernando and Province of La Union of Congressman Victor F. Ortega and Former Mayor Mary Jane C. Ortega and their family who personally commissioned the 25 foot statue of Christ the Redeemer at Reservoir Hill, overlooking the city proper and San Fernando Bay.
This was inspired by statue of Christ the Redeemer of former Undersecretary Jose “Peping” Mabanta whose wife Belle, that he put up in his retirement home in Pililla, Rizal, similar to that in Brazil. The Ortega family thought it would be good to have similar statue at Bacsil Ridge but Mr. Mabanta suggested that it is better to put up the statue near the city proper. When Mr. Juan Go heard about this, he offered his lot for free. Mr. Juan Go and family donated the 100 sq. meter area on which the statue stands. Having a common dream, a dream of leaving a landmark that would express their gratitude for the love and support from our community.
