The Union Rotonda is a public landmark located in Barangay Union, Libertad, Antique, built around the 1960s and standing at a busy Y-shaped road intersection. It features century-old metal chains believed to be from a shipwrecked vessel called Erik, which was destroyed by a typhoon, and some parts of the ship were used by locals for building. Over the years, the Rotonda has served as a meeting place and even a temporary jail for unruly people during local festivities. Though the structure remains in its original location, it has undergone some changes, such as closing off its door and modifying its crown-like top design. The Rotonda shows visible cracks but is generally well-maintained by the community through cleaning and repairs. Challenges to its preservation include road projects, natural calamities, and some people’s lack of awareness about its historical importance.
Photo Credit/s:
Dezhel Jane Maubol, 2024
Mappers:
Dezhel Jane S. Maubol, Edison N. Biadora Jr., Galahad G. Garcia, Dangielyn B. Unilongo
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