Corregidor comes from the Spanish word “corregir,” meaning to correct. One story states that due to the Spanish
system wherein all ships entering Manila Bay were required to stop and have their documents checked and corrected,
the island was called "Isla del Corregidor" (Island of the Correction). Another version claims that the island was
used a penitentiary or correctional institution by the Spanish and came to be called "El Corregidor."
It is a small rocky island in the Philippines about 48 kilometers west of Manila which is stragetically located at the entrance of Manila Bay. This island fortress stands as a memorial for the courage, valor, and heroism of its Filipino and American defenders who bravely held their ground against the overwhelming number of invading Japanese forces during World War II.
We have one day to explore Corregidor Island with my Husband and friends: Loren, Osang, Lheng. We felt our pride as we experienced the history during World War II. We took the tour c/o Sun Cruises Philippines. (visit this website for further details in the island tour and how to get there; and other infos on activities included). Our tour guide is so equipped with the historical side of the island (Japanese-American-Filipino personas) and he's so jolly that we enjoyed it very much! as if we were on students' educational field trip. ;)
It was a trembling-horrific-full of pride experienced as we took the 'walking Malinta Tunnel tour' .(Night Lateral Tunnel Visit). You can felt that 'The others' were also there, accompanying each one of us. So scary yet so amazing! it was full of pride when we started to hear our national anthem. and to learn the heroism of our Filipino brethren!
Don't forget to include Corregidor Island Tour in your gateaway list!
We salute all those who fought for the freedom we deserved!
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