Quezon City was founded on October 12, 1939, with a vision for a spacious, well-planned capital. Named after Manuel L. Quezon, the second President of the Philippines, it grew into a center of governance, education, culture, and community life.
A national center
As the Philippine capital from 1948 to 1976, QC became home to important institutions and landmarks that remain part of the country’s civic identity.
A living heritage
Today, historic places such as Quezon Memorial Circle and the Quezon Heritage House connect visitors with the city’s past while its creative communities shape its future.