Rizal Park is considered as one of the largest urban parks in Asia, covering an area of 58 hectares (140 acres).It is dedicated to Jose Rizal, who was one of the Philippines most loved heroes. His contribution and relentlessness to reforming the country from the control of Spain eventually led to the nations independence. The most prominent landmark in Rizal Park is the Rizal Monument, depicting Rizal in a bronze sculpture. This is where he is buried today.
