Illustrations & Photos

This section shows photos and illustrations that bring José Rizal’s life and work to life. Here you’ll find images of people, places, and moments that played a big role in his story.

Jose P. Rizal

One of the most famous portraits of Rizal, taken during his time in Europe. It shows him in a suit, highlighting his stature as an intellectual and reformist.

Rizal Monument (Luneta)

This iconic sculpture by Swiss artist Richard Kissling is a national symbol. It marks the execution site of Rizal and is often featured in educational and patriotic materials.

Rizal Shrine (Intramuros)

The Rizal Shrine is a museum located within Fort Santiago, Intramuros, Manila. It is dedicated to the life, works, and martyrdom of Dr. José Rizal, the Philippines' national hero. The shrine houses personal artifacts, replicas of his manuscripts, and historical displays, including a recreation of his prison cell where he wrote Mi Último Adiós.

Jose Rizal in London

According to historians, Rizal stayed in London for 10 months from May 1888 to March 1889. There, he lived with the Beckett family at 37 Chalcot Crescent in Primrose Hill.

Rizal's last Moment

On the morning of December 30, 1896, Jose Rizal was executed in Bagumbayan, just outside the walled city of Intramuros, on charges of masterminding a rebellion

Rizal's Works

Rizal’s works, like Noli Me Tangere, El Filibusterismo, and Mi Ultimo Adios, show his love for the Philippines and his fight against unfair Spanish rule. Noli Me Tangere highlights the struggles of Filipinos under Spanish priests, El Filibusterismo tells the story of a rich jeweler’s revenge against injustice, and Mi Ultimo Adios expresses his hope for freedom and peace for his country.

RIZALS WORKS

El Filibusterismo (1891) & Noli Me Tangere (1887)

Noli Me Tangere is Rizal’s first novel. It shows the unfair treatment of Filipinos by Spanish priests and government officials. The story follows Crisostomo Ibarra and how he discovers the truth about the abuse in his hometown. It opened the eyes of many Filipinos and made them aware of the need for change.

El Filibusterismo is the sequel of Noli Me Tangere. In this novel, Ibarra returns as Simoun, a man who now wants revenge. The book shows a darker view of the society and pushes readers to think about how bad the situation had become. It encourages action against injustice.

Mi Último Adiós (1896)

This is the farewell poem Rizal wrote before he was executed. In the poem, he expresses his love for the Philippines and his willingness to die for the country. It is one of the most emotional and memorable poems in Philippine history.

La Liga Filipina (1892)

This was not a book, but an organization Rizal formed. Its goal was to unite Filipinos peacefully and work together for reforms. It did not last long, but it helped spark the revolution by encouraging Filipinos to fight for their rights.

JOSE RIZAL'S FAMILY

José Rizal came from a large and close-knit family. His father was Francisco Mercado, a hardworking farmer, and his mother was Teodora Alonso, a well educated woman who taught him many things. He had nine sisters Saturnina, Narcisa, Olimpia, Lucia, Maria, Concepcion, Josefa, Trinidad and a brother, Paciano, who supported him in his studies and stood by him all his life. His family played a big role in shaping who José Rizal became and in his fight for fairness and freedom.

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