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Gregory Pototsky’s statue of Jose Rizal

Gregory Pototsky’s statue of Jose Rizal

(L-R) Reghis M. Romero ll, KGCR – Acting Supreme Commander of the Knights of Rizal ; Executive Director Ludovico Badoy of the National Historical Commission of the Philippines; world-renowned Russian Sculptor and Painter Gregory Pototsky; Senator Manny B. Villar Founding Chairman of the Villar Foundation, Ambassador Nikolay Kudashev of the Russian Federation to the Philippines, former Las Pinas Representative and Manging Director of the Villar Foundation Cynthia Villar and Atty. Ramonsita Reyes, a descendant of National Hero Rizal.

The bronze sculpture depicts the national hero in a jubilant pose – emphasizing the vibrancy of Jose Rizal’s vision for the Filipino youth and the importance of education in the attainment of Rizal’s goals for the Philippines. It is a fitting landmark at the University Town, to inspire the students to aspire for success and greatness like the national hero.

Venue : University Town, Daang Reyna, Las Pinas The Philippines

 

Revisiting The Lopez Museum

Revisiting The Lopez Museum

Maya Munoz, "Coming and Going", 2010

What do you get when the Lopez Memorial Museum allows two collectives, one hip artist, and a group that works with prison inmates to rifle through its archives and art collection? A Nice and Interesting Fusion. A great mix of classic and the new. That’s how The Lopez Museum adapts to the change by being open to accepting it

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Velocity Bar

Velocity Bar

Initially when I was told that we will be going to a bar I was hesitant.I really thought that I would be old for the bar scene. But I was really surprised the layout of the place really surprised me. It was comfy, csol and cozy. It wasn’t too crowded and best of all it wasn’t filled with smoke.

This is what Marriott Hotel Manila wants to bring to their customers. Just like what their slogan says” The place to work and play”, it is indeed a fine place that will suit every traveler’s needs. From the hotel’s superb accommodation, excellent and first class services and facilities up to the food they serve, you can really say that you love all the good things that life can offer! Read the rest of this entry