Plaza Heneral Santos (Heneral Plaza)

Located at the heart of the country’s Tuna Capital, the Plaza Heneral Santos is one of the best place to visit and unwind. The plaza is strategically located along Pendatun Avenue, near different establishment, Government building, hotels, school and church .

The Plaza Heneral was named in honor of General Paulino Santos who led the relocation of the 62 Christian settlers from Luzon to the shores of Siluay Beach, Buayan (now General Santos City) on February 27, 1939.

The main attraction of the Plaza is the fish pond and the shrine of General Paulino Santos. But aside from that, the place is surrounded by different trees and plants. There are also chairs in the area where people can sit. There are speakers installed that plays the newest song tracks and the place is well-maintained. Safety is not an issue because there are personnel roaming around every corner. And oh a free wifi for everyone *smiles

Pathways

Fishpond

Chairs where you can sit and a trashcan to maintained the cleanliness of the Plaza

Monument of Dr. Jose Rizal and the building behind the monument is the City Hall

The best time to stroll is around early in the morning and during night time where local delicacies are being sold and one of that is the famous ‘PASTIL’ that you can eat for only 10 pesos with a variety of side dish you can choose from.

Beautiful lights during night time

The famous PASTIL

General Paulino Santos Monument

Inscribed on his monument :

In the monument’s base are entombed the remains of General Paulino Santos and his wife.

 “We arrived in Dadiangas, Sarangani Bay Cotabato at 8:30 in the evening and began to disembark as soon as the SS “Basilan” had anchored. Throughout the day, the settlers , officials and personnel of the National Land Settlement Administration were kept busy unloading our equipment and supplies and storing them in the temporary storehouse furnished by several residents of Dadiangas. The settlers were in good spirit and excellent health, at night, everybody was properly sheltered and each one enjoyed a peaceful and sound sleep.” – From the Diary of General Paulino Santos, February 27, 1939

So when you visit General Santos City, dont forget to have a peaceful stroll in the plaza. The place is perfect for relaxing, chitchating and spending your spare time.