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Bacolod City

Bacolod City is the capital of Negros Occidental province in the Philippines. It is a highly urbanized first class city. Some of the top tourist attractions in Bacolod City include The Ruins, a historic mansion; Lakawon Island, known for its white sand beach and floating bar; and Mambukal Mountain Resort, which offers nature and outdoor activities. The city is also home to several museums like the Negros Museum and Balay Negrense, as well as historical sites such as the San Sebastian Cathedral and St. Joseph the Worker Parish. Bacolod City hosts the annual MassKara Festival in October, featuring colorful masks and celebrations.

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Bacolod City

Bacolod City is the capital of Negros Occidental province in the Philippines. It is a highly urbanized first class city. Some of the top tourist attractions in Bacolod City include The Ruins, a historic mansion; Lakawon Island, known for its white sand beach and floating bar; and Mambukal Mountain Resort, which offers nature and outdoor activities. The city is also home to several museums like the Negros Museum and Balay Negrense, as well as historical sites such as the San Sebastian Cathedral and St. Joseph the Worker Parish. Bacolod City hosts the annual MassKara Festival in October, featuring colorful masks and celebrations.

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BACOLOD CITY

BACOLOD CITY IS A 1ST CLASS HIGHLY URBANIZED CITY IN THE REGION OF WESTERN VISAYAS, PHILIPPINES.[8]
IT IS THE CAPITAL OF THE PROVINCE OF NEGROS OCCIDENTAL, WHERE IT IS GEOGRAPHICALLY SITUATED BUT
GOVERNED ADMINISTRATIVELY INDEPENDENT.
TOURIST SPOTS IN BACOLOD CITY
The Ruins
The top and most famous Bacolod tourist destination is The Ruins. Find out the love
story of Don Mariano Ledesma Lacson and Maria Braga through The Ruins, a
mansion that was burned during the war and now turned into a famous historical
place in Bacolod City. It is the Philippines’ version of Taj Mahal. Don Mariano built
the mansion in honor of his beloved wife. And as proof of his unwavering love for
Maria, he had their initials molded on every post of the mansion. You’ll see the two
Ms, facing each other, that stands for Mariano and Maria.

Lakawon Island

If you’re looking for Bacolod beach tourist spots, head to the stunning Lakawon
Island. This place is perfect for those who are looking for a short trip away from the
city. Lakawon is a 13-hectare banana-shaped island where Asia’s biggest floating
bar is situated. The island is famous for its pristine white beach and clear blue
water.

Mambukal Mountain Resort


Mambukal Mountain Resort is a government-owned resort that will immediately
take you to a paradise as this gives you nothing but the beauty of nature. There
are also a lot of activities that family or friends can enjoy. No doubt that
Mambukal Mountain Resort is one of the best Bacolod tourist spots.

San Sebastian Cathedral

historical place in Bacolod City is the San Sebastian Cathedral. It was opened
to the public in 1882, and now holds the Bishop’s Palace within its grounds.
Philippine Historical Committee considers its architecture an important
historical marker.
MUSEUMS IN BACOLOD CITY
Bernardino Jalandoni Museum

Bernardino Jalandoni Museum is a unique tourist spot in Bacolod City


Philippines that you must not miss. Also known as the “Pink House,” the
museum houses the memorabilia of the Jalandonis that shows the history of
Silaynons. Parts of its structure have been flown in from Mindoro, while others
came from Germany.

Balay Negrense

Balay Negrense is an antique museum in Silay City that showcases the


lifestyle of a late 19th-century Negrense sugar baron. You’ll see a lot of
artifacts in Balay Negrense. This Silay Bacolod tourist spot is definitely worth
visiting if you fancy all things old.

Negros Museum
If you want to learn more about the province, Negros Museum is the best Bacolod City tourist attraction to visit. It is filled with
antique ancient artifacts and recent contemporary works of local artists that represented the stories describing Negros Islands and the
events that occurred during their times.

Laguerta Home of the Vintage Glasses Museum

Owned by Mr Tomiko Casiano, The Laguerta Vintage glass museum


is not to be missed when you visit Bacolod. His vast array of
collection shipped from the US and his stories are really fascinating.
Make sure to make an appointment first cos he doesnt allow walk-
ins.
HISTORICAL PLACES IN BACOLOD CITY
St. Joseph the Worker Parish
Also known as the Church of the Angry Christ, St. Joseph the Worker Parish is
popular for its 60-square meter mural that shows Jesus Christ with a fierce expression.
The painter of the 60-square-meter mural, Alfonso Ossorio, interpreted his work as
“The Last Judgement”. The church was designed and built by Czech architect Antonin
Raymond, and it is his only work in the Philippines. Meanwhile, Ade de Bethune, a
Belgian liturgical artist, used broken glasses gathered by the locals for the mosaic that
can be seen outside the church’s baptism room.

The Ruins
A symbol of love, The Ruins was once a mansion built by Don Mariano Lacson to
express his undying endearment for his wife who died giving birth to their 11th child
in 1911. Later, the mansion was burned down by the Americans to prevent Japanese
forces from making it their basecamp. It took 3 days to burn the two-inch hardwood
floor but the A-grade cement still remains. Right now, The Ruins is dubbed as the
“Taj Mahal” of Negros. It is also a popular tourist spot, as many visitors flock the site
to see the remains of the building. The landmark has also served as a venue for photo
shoots and for concerts by a few local acoustic artists.

The Negros Museum


The Negros Museum is the first museum in the Philippines that doesn’t focus on historical artifacts; instead, it highlights the
contemporary works of local artists. Still, the curated artworks tell the rich history of Negros.For one, the museum recently unveiled a
contemporary sculpture entitled “The Unbowed Bao.” Made by artists Rafael “Paeng” Paderna (sculptor) and Lisa de Leon-Zayco
(mosaic artist), the masterpiece features a carabao called ‘BAO.’ Its head is tilted upright to indicate a celebration of trials that have
been overcome. The 5-ton sculpture is also a dedication to carabaos for the animal’s contribution to farmers in sugarcane fields.

El Ideal Bakery
Located along the main highway of Silay is El Ideal Bakery, a well-known
bakery and a food landmark set up in 1920. It was founded by Cesar Locsin,
who baked bread for the locals and gamblers. The legacy was soon passed on to
his daughter, Alice Locsin, and then was given to Ma. Teresa “Tess” Villanueva
Sanchez. Tess expanded the brand and added new products. The bakery has
expanded into a restaurant so tourists can have a stopover while visiting the
ancestral houses in Silay. Some of El Ideal Bakery’s best-sellers are the
señoritas (dessert made of layers of buttered crust and dulce de leche) and
lumpiang ubod (heart of palm spring rolls).

FESTIVAL IN BACOLOD CITY


MassKara Festival
The MassKara Festival is a good reason to look for flights from Manila to Bacolod during the month of October. There is sheer joy
felt throughout the city during this time. The festival had its beginning back in 1980 when the local government and the villagers
decided to hold a ‘celebration’ of sorts to express and relieve grief that they were experiencing due to the economic crisis and city-
wide tragedy. The government saw this as a way to show that the city was tough and would always be able to survive even in the
direst of situations.

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