Site of the first Philippine Flag raising in Mindanao

Located in the City Hall compound, just outside the City Hall of Surigao, the “site of the first Philippine Flag raising in Mindanao” honored by the National Historical Institute, as a historic spot in 2000, has become one of the few attractions in the city.

Although it is not as magnificent as the other tourist attractions in Surigao, the “site of the first Philippine Flag raising in Mindanao” gives a glimpse of how patriotic our ancestors were.

Mark and Sam at Site of the First Flag raising in Mindanao

Must be followed by the new generation of Filipinos, the nationalism of its roots will bring back the glory days of the country.

On the written facts found in the tablet placed at the base of the flag, one can read this:

“In Casa Real in the town of Surigao, the Capital of the province of Surigao (formerly Caraga), Jesus Alejandro “Jantoy” Gonzalez, President of the Provincial Board of Surigao and the other leaders of the third district of Mindanao, officially raised for the first time on the morning of December 26, 1898, the flag of the Philippines in Mindanao.”

Borromeo St, Surigao

Landscape

Lisa and Sam at the Marker

Sam looking at the Flag

Tall Flag Pole

Surigao City Auditorium

City Hall of Surigao and Site of the First Philippine Flag raising in Mindanao

About the author

Mark Anthony Maranga is an Educator-Parent to his 3 Homeschooling Kids. He sells Ice Cream and Balloons in Mandaue City, Cebu. Exploring the Philippines tourist attractions together with his family is his passion; they are learning without borders.