Manuel Roxas Ancestral House
Manuel Roxas Ancestral House
Manuel Roxas Ancestral House
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Deony B
Panay Island, Philippines71 contributions
Aug 2012 • Solo
Located in the city proper, the two-storey house of hardwood and stone house the memorabilia of the first President of the Third Republic of the Philippines, President Manuel Acuna Roxas.This national historical shrine is also the birthplace of the late President
Written July 30, 2013
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UtazoLaagan
Manila, Philippines18 contributions
Jan 2014 • Solo
The house is not really open to the public. You have to set an appointment to get inside. The house is well-maintained and the furniture are still intact. Other belongings of the late President are in display.
Written August 24, 2014
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Czar Emmanuel
Manila, Philippines10,221 contributions
Nov 2017 • Solo
No one knows exactly when the ancestral house of the first President of the Philippines, Manuel Roxas, was built. However, it is estimated that it was built in the mid-1980's, It belonged to the Acuna Family, but later came to be more associated with the Roxas Family after Gerardo Roxas, the father of the future president, married Rosario Acuna. It was in this old house where Manuel Roxas was born and spent his childhood days.
The house was closed when I went there around 2:30 PM. Luckily a lady who has a store right across it, helped me contact the house keeper, who opened the gates for me and guided me in my visit. She charged me 50 pesos for it.
The house is a typical stone house, which was quite common during the Spanish era. Its basement, which used to serve as a garage and storeroom, is made of stone, while the upper floor is made of wood. Today the ground floor houses a law office and an antique shop. Upstairs, there is really not much to see. The original furniture is gone and some of the rooms have been restructured. There is a big sala, the room where Pres. Roxas was born, a family dining room, a wash room, etc. The windows are all made of wood with panes made of capiz.
Given the small size of the place, it would take you only about 15-20 minutes to visit the entire house ... just enough for some selfies and quick shots of the house's interior. The house, by the way, was declared as a national historical site and a historical marker.
The house was closed when I went there around 2:30 PM. Luckily a lady who has a store right across it, helped me contact the house keeper, who opened the gates for me and guided me in my visit. She charged me 50 pesos for it.
The house is a typical stone house, which was quite common during the Spanish era. Its basement, which used to serve as a garage and storeroom, is made of stone, while the upper floor is made of wood. Today the ground floor houses a law office and an antique shop. Upstairs, there is really not much to see. The original furniture is gone and some of the rooms have been restructured. There is a big sala, the room where Pres. Roxas was born, a family dining room, a wash room, etc. The windows are all made of wood with panes made of capiz.
Given the small size of the place, it would take you only about 15-20 minutes to visit the entire house ... just enough for some selfies and quick shots of the house's interior. The house, by the way, was declared as a national historical site and a historical marker.
Written November 15, 2017
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Lukewatsero
Philippines247 contributions
Jan 2016 • Solo
Entering the house is same as entering the other preserved ancestral houses in the country.
Large windows made of Woods and the Famous Capiz Shells will welcome you.
You can walk to reach the abode from the city proper. There is a entrance fee for those who want to explore the historic house.
Large windows made of Woods and the Famous Capiz Shells will welcome you.
You can walk to reach the abode from the city proper. There is a entrance fee for those who want to explore the historic house.
Written January 8, 2016
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johnwong65
Quezon City, Philippines78 contributions
Sep 2013 • Couples
Had try to visit this so called museum on a Wednesday 930am just beside the Roxas Inn,but alas the place is padlock and no one inside,how can you attract tourist when such a important place is being neglected,what a waste and disappointment.
Written September 12, 2013
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riverbypalm
Metro Manila51 contributions
Nov 2011 • Couples
It was well preserved by the late Atty. Mike Albar, a cousin of President Manuel Roxas. Hopefully his daughter, Emily will continue to carry on the tradition to allow people to see the historical house.
Written November 30, 2011
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Capt Mark O
Hong Kong534 contributions
Oct 2014 • Business
You have to arrange your visit in advance with the city tourism office. So you get to see the outside of the house and read a plaque. Ho-hum.
Written October 3, 2014
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ClaireDelaRosa
Manila, Philippines13 contributions
Mar 2013 • Couples
As soon as we were able to locate this place, we learned that the place is closed on Sundays..... too bad... but the view from the streets is enough for us to feel a glimpse of Mr. Roxas history...their house were simple but built with stones, strong enough to stand tall over the years.
Written April 11, 2013
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Nigel G
Singapore, Singapore8,559 contributions
Jun 2018 • Friends
Saw this building listed on Trip Advisor - tried to visit previously but I was unable to get a reply from the number of the house keeper. There is a new listing for a Michelle who was extremely helpful and made herself available for any convent time.
The building being the birthplace of a Philippine President and the first president is of course of enormous cultural heritage and significance. It is a well preserved house with period furniture, although not original. Offers nice insight into a former president. If you have children with you, you may well want to introduce them to President Roxas by showing them his image on the PHP 100 banknote.
There is a visiting charge of PHP 50 per person but it is well worth it. You see the bedroom in which Pres Roxas was born and the house in which he grew up. There is a private dining room in the kitchen area, and a more grand formal dining area in the main room. The visit lasts about half hour and Michelle is well informed and helpful. The number to call in advance to arrange a visit is +63 9217313400 - tried and tested and Michelle is indeed very punctual and was there before us today in readiness.
Locals may advise you the building is closed, but they are misinformed.
A must if you are visiting Roxas City.
The building being the birthplace of a Philippine President and the first president is of course of enormous cultural heritage and significance. It is a well preserved house with period furniture, although not original. Offers nice insight into a former president. If you have children with you, you may well want to introduce them to President Roxas by showing them his image on the PHP 100 banknote.
There is a visiting charge of PHP 50 per person but it is well worth it. You see the bedroom in which Pres Roxas was born and the house in which he grew up. There is a private dining room in the kitchen area, and a more grand formal dining area in the main room. The visit lasts about half hour and Michelle is well informed and helpful. The number to call in advance to arrange a visit is +63 9217313400 - tried and tested and Michelle is indeed very punctual and was there before us today in readiness.
Locals may advise you the building is closed, but they are misinformed.
A must if you are visiting Roxas City.
Written June 19, 2018
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SupervillainLui
Tarlac, Philippines140 contributions
Dec 2017 • Solo
From the outside, it looks just like any other old house from the turn of the century. Considering its location and the name of the owners, it should have been better presented to the public who might be interested in a bit of history. Unlike similar houses of other former presidents, one needs to get in touch with a certain Michelle to gain access to the ancestral house. 09217313400.
Written December 14, 2017
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