Cayetano leads celebration of Quezon’s 148th birth anniversary

August 19, 2026

As the nation commemorates the 148th birth anniversary of former President Manuel L. Quezon, Taguig City Mayor Lani Cayetano highlighted the historical significance of Plaza Quezon in Barangay Sta. Ana.

In her message shared during a wreath-laying ceremony, Cayetano underscored the unique place of Plaza Quezon in Philippine history.

“Alam nyo ba na ang Plaza Quezon sa Brgy. Sta. Ana, Taguig ay ang kauna-unahang bantayog at plaza sa buong bansa na naitayo to honor Former President Manuel Quezon, panahon na sya ay nabubuhay pa?” she said.

According to the mayor, the plaza was inaugurated in February 1937 during the term of then-Taguig Mayor Artemio E. Natividad as part of celebrations marking the first anniversary of the Commonwealth Government.

“Pasasalamat din ito sa mga proyekto ng National Government sa Taguig sa ilalim ng kanyang panunungkulan tulad ng pagpapagawa ng kalye mula sa Baryo ng Bambang hanggang Bagumbayan, na pinangalanan namang M.L. Quezon Avenue,” the mayor said.

“Naging saksi ang plazang ito sa napakaraming mahahalagang okasyon, kwento, at programa ng Taguig — mula noon hanggang ngayon,” Cayetano said.

She also expressed hope that the historic site would continue to inspire future generations and serve as a reminder of the city’s rich heritage.

“At sana’y patuloy ito na magsilbing inspirasyon hanggang sa mga susunod pang henerasyon!” she added.

“Maraming salamat sa mga lingkod-bayan na nakasama natin sa simpleng wreath laying sa kabila ng malakas na ulan sa gitna ng aktibidad kaninang umaga,” Cayetano said.