Rizal state facts for kids
Rizal, officially called the Province of Rizal (in Tagalog, Lalawigan ng Rizal), is a special area in the Philippines. It's located in a region known as Calabarzon, just 16 kilometers (about 10 miles) east of Manila, the capital city.
This province is named after a very important person in Philippine history: José Protasio Rizal Mercado y Realonda, usually known as José Rizal. He was a Filipino nationalist, which means he was a strong supporter of his country and its people.
What is Rizal Province?
Rizal is a province, which is like a state or a large region within a country. It's sometimes called the Rizal Province or Rizal State. Long ago, the US Postal Service used to call it "PI" for the Philippine Islands.
Why is it called Rizal?
The province got its name from José Rizal. He was a national hero of the Philippines. He worked hard to bring changes and freedom to his country. Naming the province after him honors his important role in history.
Education in Rizal
Rizal is home to the Jose Rizal Memorial State University (JRMSU). This is a big public university in the Philippines. It officially became a university in 2010. This happened because of a special law called Republic Act 9852.
