Sunburst Park Explained

Sunburst Park
Alt Name:Freedom Park
Map Width:240
Type:Urban Park
Location:Iloilo City Proper, Philippines
Coordinates:10.6938°N 122.5719°W
Area:0.39ha
Operator:Iloilo City Government

Sunburst Park, originally known as Plaza de Aduana, is a recreational park situated in front of the Iloilo Customs House on Calle Real in downtown Iloilo City, Philippines. The park is named in honor of the United States Army 40th Infantry "Sunburst" Division, which played a significant role in liberating Panay from Japanese forces during World War II.[1] It has also been referred to as Freedom Park.[2]

The park includes a walkway, a chess playground, benches for visitors, a parking area, a statue of Macario Peralta, and a designated Sunburst area.[3]

In 2019, the park underwent restoration after suffering from the effects of the renovation and expansion of the Iloilo Freedom Grandstand in 1992, which led to the demolition of various structures within the park, including eateries and display booths.

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Notes and References

  1. Web site: Iloilo City opens new park, grandstand . September 19, 2024 . Manila Bulletin . en.
  2. Web site: Iloilo Freedom Grandstand History PDF Government . September 19, 2024 . Scribd . en.
  3. News: Lena . Perla . January 12, 2019 . TIEZA turns over historic 'Sunburst' park to Iloilo City . September 19, 2024 . Philippine News Agency.