art.wikisort.org - SculptureThe Lion's Head is a statue along Kennon Road, a major highway in Luzon, Philippines. Located in Camp 6 near the Baguio–Tuba boundary, the Lion's Head measures 40 ft (12 m) in height.[1][2][3]
Conception
It was conceptualized by the Lions Club members of Baguio, during the term of Luis Lardizabal as mayor of Baguio from 1969 to 1970 and as the club's president,[4] to become the club's symbol or imprint in the area. Prior to the artistic sculpting, the limestone was prepared by a group of engineers and miners, then the "actual artistic carving of the façade" made by the late sculptor Anselmo B. Day-ag.[5][better source needed] The construction project began in 1968 but was interrupted.[4] The project was continued in 1971 by another Lions Club president, Robert Webber,[4] and was unveiled in 1972.[1]
Forerunners
The forerunner of the man-made Lion's Head was a "large rock" described to be "naturally shaped like a lion", which prior to 1972 was the landmark that tourists observe along Kennon Road towards Baguio.[6] However, according to the article Lion's Head in Baguio City - Philippines, the current Lion's Head landmark was also a limestone naturally shaped like a "male lion, with a mane".[4]
Restoration
The statue has undergone several coloration changes before restoring it to acquiring its traditional gold and black color. It was at some points in time painted white and brown, or yellow. It had also undergone restoration after being damaged by vandalism and by an earthquake in northern Luzon in 1990.[4]
See also
- Bust of Ferdinand Marcos
- Eagle of the North
References
- "Lion's Head". The City of Baguio, Landmarks and Scenic Sites. Archived from the original on February 25, 2018. Retrieved April 13, 2012.
- Kennon Road Pushed as Heritage Site Dexter A. See, Manila Bulletin. 29 September 2010. Quote: "Part of the attraction along Kennon Road is the scenic mountain ranges on one side and the waters of the Bued River on another side coupled with the presence of the famous lion's head at the middle of the zigzag portion of the road." (emphasis added)
- "Killer lap makes Guevarra Tour champ", Joey Villar, The Philippine Star. Updated 19 April 2009. Quote: "Baler Ravina (21) pedals past the famous Lion’s Head along Kennon Road ..." (emphasis added)
- "Lion's Head in Baguio City - Philippines". Summer Capital of the Philippines. Baguio Board. Archived from the original on December 1, 2016. Retrieved April 13, 2012.
- "Getting to know the builder of Marcos Bust". Bagong Lipunan. July 16, 2017. Retrieved September 24, 2021.
- "Lion's Head: Will the real lion please stand up?". GoBaguio! Your Complete Guide to Baguio City, Philippines. Retrieved April 13, 2012.
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Buildings |
- Baguio Athletic Bowl
- Baguio Cemetery
- Camp John Hay
- Casa Vallejo
- Diplomat Hotel
- Hyatt Terraces Baguio Hotel
- Maharlika Livelihood Center
- Laperal White House
- Lion's Head
- The Mansion
- SM City Baguio
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Education |
- Baguio Central University
- Baguio City National High School
- Brent International School
- Philippine College of Ministry
- Philippine Military Academy
- Philippine Science High School
- Pines City National High School
- Saint Louis University
- Teacher's Camp
- University of Baguio
- University of the Cordilleras
- University of the Philippines Baguio
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Culture |
- Panagbenga Festival
- Roman Catholic Diocese of Baguio
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Transportation |
- Loakan Airport
- Asin Road
- Governor Pack Road
- Kennon Road
- Loakan Road
- Aspiras–Palispis Highway
- Session Road
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Others |
- Legislative districts
- City council
- Federation of the Sangguniang Kabataan
- John Hay Air Station
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Summer Capital of the Philippines City of Pines |
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