The Ruins

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OVERVIEW

Tourists taking photos near The Ruins | Image Source

Located near the border between Talisay and Bacolod City, The Ruins is the remains of the mansion built by Don Mariano Ledesma Lacson in memory of his wife Maria Braga Lacson who died during childbirth. The mansion stands in a 440-hectare sugar plantation and is in Italianate architecture with neo-Romanesque columns and shell-inspired decor around the top edges of the mansion. It was built in the early 1900s but it was set on fire by the Filipino guerilla fighters under the American command in 1942 during World War II to prevent Japanese forces from using it as their military headquarters.

Although only the skeletal frame was left of the once grand mansion, it remains one of the most well-preserved and majestic spots in Negros Occidental. This attraction is open for tourists and can be booked for events and photoshoots.

Fast Facts

Attraction:

The Ruins

Type of Attraction:

Historical

Address:

Talisay, Negros Occidental 6115

Website:

TheRuins.com.ph

Phone:

+63 (34) 476 9448

Hours:

Monday-Sunday 11:00-20:00

Closed:

During events

Best Time to Visit:

November to May

Food & Drink:

YES

FREE WiFi:

Cost:

Cost per Person: $1-5

Payment Type:

Cash

Fees:

P100 pesos ($2 USD) Entrance fee adults
P50 pesos ($1 USD) Entrance fee students
P20 pesos ($0.40 USD) Entrance fee children

Notes:

The attraction is sometimes closed for events. Make sure to check their website for the schedule of events prior to your visit.

MAP

This attraction is located on Negros Island near Bacolod City.

NEED TO KNOW

Alcohol

Consuming alcohol is not allowed at this attraction.

Best Time to Visit

The best time to visit this attraction to avoid crowds is in the morning during opening.

Closures

This attraction is closed during events.

Fees

Fees require payment in cash. Credit cards are not accepted at this attraction.

Food & Drink

Food and drinks from outside the attraction are not allowed at this attraction.

Pets

Pets are not allowed at this attraction.

Smoking

Smoking is not allowed at this attraction.

Trash

Please dispose of your trash properly or take it with you. Don’t Trash the Philippines!

The Philippines are beautiful islands … let’s all ensure they remain this way.

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