ober 20, 1944, the first American flag was raised by the Liberation Forces on this hill after heavy fighting. The Hill offers a panoramic view of Leyte Gulf and surrounding coastal towns. A historical park, it features a landscaped garden with tropical flowers and shrubs with benches, and concrete tables with canopy as well as restrooms. There is also an open-air stage where memorial programs are held annually.
Battle of Baluarte Marker
Baluarte in Brgy. Minuhang, Barugo, Leyte, is the site of the historic battle between Filipino guerrillas and Japanese Imperial Forces at dawn of August 24, 1944. The Battle of Baluarte suffered no casualty on the Filipino guerilla’s side while everyone in the Japanese Imperial Army was all killed except for one.
Hilongos Bell Tower
The Hilongos Bell Tower is the highest existing bell tower built during the Spanish era. The Bell Tower also served as watch post for marauding pirates from the south in Mindanao.
Japanese War Memorial Cemetery
The Japanese War Memorial Cemetery in Brgy. San Diego, Burauen is one of the few Japanese cemeteries in Leyte. Thousand of Japanese soldiers are buried in this cemetery. Japanese tour groups frequently visit the site to pay respects to the Japanese soldiers who died in the bloody battle of 1944. A remnant of the airfield built by the Japanese Imperial Army during World War II still exists for visitors to see.
Buga Buga Hills was the mountain stronghold of Gen. Suzuki. Thousands of Japanese soldiers died defending Buga Buga Hills from the Allied Forces, who also lost a huge number of their men in an effort to cordon off the hill and isolate the Japanese troops. Buga Buga is another favourite among Japanese Tour groups. Bone hunting expeditions are also popular in the area. Buga Buga Hills is located in Villaba Leyte.
Philippine-Japan Peace Memorial
This impressive memorial in Carlota Hills, Ormoc City was a gift from the Nagoya and Gifu Prefectures. A token of friendship and peace form the Japanese people to the Philippines. La Carlota Hills affords visitors with a panoramic view of Ormoc City.
Boy Scout Monument
The Boy Scout Monument is the very first Boy Scout Monument created in human form in 1941. It is found in a Rotunda at Fatima Village, Tacloban City on the way to the airport.
Monument of the Filipino Soldier
The monument is a tribute to the Filipino World War II soldiers and veterans who offered their supreme sacrifice for the freedom. Located in the Rotunda at Brgy. Pawing, Palo, Leyte.
Palo Metropolitan Cathedral
The Palo Cathedral was built by Augustinian friars in 1596. The church was converted into an evacuation hospital of the Allied Forces of Liberation and a refuge of civilians during World War II. From the Church, can be seen the famous Hill 522. The Cathedral features artworks in intricate finishing by local artisans such as the gold-plated altar and carved Stations of the Cross.
Sta. Fe Community Museum
The Community Museum in Sta. Fe is a fine example of historical awareness on grassroots level. Initiated by the municipal government of Sta.Fe, the museum was built to house antiques dating back to the Spanish per, Chinese porcelain jars, and WW II mementos. The museum is in the compound of the Sta. Fe Municipal Hall
Leyte is a complete outdoors experience, found all in one island. Enjoy go mountain climbing, anywhere in Burauen , to Lake Danao in Ormoc. Stumble into breath taking waterfalls hidden in dense jungles in Biliran . The world famous San Juanico Strait is perfect for kayaking . The protected fish sanctuaries of Sogod Bay are perfect for snorkelling, and diving for whale sharks. The long undulating coastline of Leyte will give you stretches of beach for swimming and picnics. The towns of Tanuan all the way to Tolosa and Dulag are popular skim boarding sites. Southern Leyte offers numerous caves of varying sizes for caving adventures. Relax and laze on the many pristine white sand beaches of Cuatro Islas, Higatangan, Maripipi, and Sambawan. Oftentimes you have the island to yourself, away from the throngs of the crowd.
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