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Landmarks: the Jaro Belltower

Here are some photos of a landmark in Iloilo that served as the reference for many jeepney routes. I recall from childhood that we rode the jeepney from Cabatuan and transferred here to another jeepney bound for city proper. Going home, we Di the reverse. We also hopped on a jeepney here to go to other towns like Leganes or farther districts of the city such as Molo or Arevalo. Of course, it’s different now after all the rerouting of public transport. Provincial jeepneys now terminate at the periphery of the city and no longer reach Jaro.

The tower as seen from the plaza
Close up of the tower
Historical marker describing the tower as both a bell and watch tower.
The tower as seen from the sidewalk and crossing to the cathedral.
The tower as seen from the cathedral front