For us Filipinos, the plaza’s legacy as a public area is unquestionably very significant. It is a prominent religious and cultural site that remains a silent reminder of our tempestuous past. A structure and culture inherited from the Spaniards.

It is an expression of our diverse cultural heritage, which had been shaped by early foreign traders as well as by Spanish and American during their era of occupancy.

As a result, it is essential that the plaza be maintained; if necessary, it should be rehabbed, restored, upgraded, kept clean, and protected. It must be used in the aspect of social interactions, preferably for religious and cultural purposes. These are very significant aspects and must be added to the current and upcoming projects of the LGUs.

Here below is one significant plaza located in the City of Iloilo, Plaza Villa.

*Banner photo from Iloilo Today.