Luneta Park, formally named Rizal Park, is a massive 58-hectare urban oasis located in the midst of Manila, Philippines. A place teeming with historical value and part of the largest parks in Asia, as it is the place where Dr. José Rizal, the country's national hero, was executed way back in 1896, giving rise to the revolution against Spanish colonization in the Philippines. And in the center of this park, as one approaches it, stands the monumental granite structure, the Rizal Monument, to which sentinels are posted. Both locals and tourists throng to the place to do their tribute. The lawns are very large, but little can be said, although these avenues flanked by trees and those peculiarly designed gardens like the Chinese and Japanese Gardens do serve to be a perfect retreat amidst the hustle and bustle of the city. Save the green spots, there are cultural and recreational facilities in Luneta Park. Colored light and music shows are staged at the Musical Dancing Fountain, and...
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