Cebu capitol now holds replica of PH’s oldest scientific map
CEBU CITY – The provincial government of Cebu is now in possession of the official replica of the oldest scientific map of the Philippines, Gov. Gwendolyn Garcia said Friday.
The legendary Murillo Velarde Map of 1734 was a gift of businessman Mel Velasco Velarde to the governor who celebrated her birthday Thursday at the provincial capitol.
Garcia said the map is called the “mother of all Philippine maps,” as it was first published in Manila in 1734 by Jesuit cartographer, Fr. Pedro Murillo Velarde.
The map considered to be the first scientific map ever produced to depict the Philippine archipelago.
“This is to award the Province of Cebu for the role it played in the past 500 years,” Velarde, a descendant of the cartogrpaher, was quoted in a statement issued by the capitol.
Measuring 1120 by 1200 millimeters (112 by 120 centimeters), the map was used by the Philippine government in asserting the country’s sovereign rights in the disputed territories in the West Philippine Sea.
It was not discussed yet where the replica will be displayed.
According to Geographicus Rare Antique Maps, the Murillo Velarde maps, along with 270 others, were used in the international arbitration to refute China’s claim of historic suzerainty over the entire South China Sea.
The map recognized as early as 1700s that the Kalayaan Group of Islands and Scarborough Shoal are parts of the Philippine territory.
In 2016, the Permanent Court of Arbitration in the Hague ruled in favor of the Philippines stating that China had “no historical rights.” But China rejected the ruling. (PNA)
CAPITOL RECEIVES ‘MURILLO VELARDE’ 1734 MAP
An official replica of the “oldest” scientific map of the Philippines has been given as a gift to the Cebuano people by businessman Mel Velasco Velarde on October 12, birthday of Gov. Gwen Garcia.
The map, called “Mother of all Philippine Maps”, measures 1120 x 1200 mm. It was personally received by Governor Gwen Garcia, along with Vice Governor Hilario Davide III and the members of the Cebu Provincial Board.
The Murillo Velarde 1734 Map was first published in Manila in 1734 by the Jesuit cartographer Fr. Pedro Murillo Velarde, the first scientific map ever produced depicting the Philippine archipelago.
It was used by the Philippines in asserting its sovereign rights in the disputed territories of the West Philippine Sea before the Permanent Court of Arbitration, where the Philippines demonstrated that not only did it have legal bases for its claims, but also historical rights vested by the map which recognized as early as 1700s, that the Kalayaan Group of Islands and Scarborough Shoal are part of the Philippine territory.
“This is to award the Province of Cebu for the role it played in the past 500 years,” said Velarde, whose father was born in Oslob, Cebu. | Babie Jane Revecoy
300-year-old map to boost PH case vs China – Palace
MANILA – Malacañang said that the submission of a 300-year-old map to the international tribunal will boost the case of the Philippines in questioning China’s territorial claim over the South China Sea.
Soruce: ABS-CBN News
PH to present 300-year-old map proving territorial rights to UN
Source: Coconuts Manila
300-TAONG GULANG NA MAPA, ISUSUMITE NG PINAS VS NINE-DASH LINE CLAIM NG CHINA
Source: DWIZ
Rare, important and significant
I can’t wait to view the 1734 Murillo Velarde map of the Philippines that will be donated to and displayed at the National Museum of the Philippines. It is a rare artifact from England where it had been kept, for over two centuries, in the library of the Duke of Northumberland, the same Duke whose castle was used as the set for Hogwarts School of Witchcraft in the Harry Potter movie series.
Source: Inquirer
Crucial to PH case
Businessman Mel Velarde recently successfully bid for and acquired a certified true copy of what is known as the Murillo Velarde map, a cartographic sketch of the Philippine archipelago said to have been drawn by Jesuit priest Pedro Murillo Velarde and published in Manila in 1734. The World Digital Library, which carries a downloadable copy of the map, says “it is the first and most important scientific map of the Philippines.”
Read more: https://opinion.inquirer.net/85664/crucial-to-ph-case#ixzz8Air6dgrn
Follow us: @inquirerdotnet on Twitter | inquirerdotnet on Facebook
Source: Inquirer
‘Mother of Philippine maps’ settles sea dispute with China
Source: Inquirer
National Museum of the Philippines
Date of meeting: September 29, 2015
AIJC and NOW Group Chairman Mel Velarde discussed with National Museum Director Jeremy R. Barns and National Museum Asst. Director Dr. Ana M. T. Labrador the homecoming of the Murillo Velarde 1734 Map.
Source: Facebook
Confirmed: Ruling on PH-China case out on July 12
MANILA, Philippines (3rd UPDATE) – The Permanent Court of Arbitration (PCA) based in The Hague, Netherlands, confirmed that it will issue its ruling on the Philippines’ case against China on July 12.
Source: Rappler
Ateneo Rockwell Campus
Date of turnover: August 23, 2017
An official replica of the Murillo Velarde 1734 Map was formally donated by AIJC and NOW Group Chairman Mel Velarde to the Ateneo de Manila University Rockwell Campus. The original map was also displayed in an exhibit in August 2017.
Source Facebook
Office of the Vice President
Date of Turnover: September 4, 2017
AIJC and NOW Group Chairman Mel Velarde donated an official replica of the Murillo Velarde 1734 Map to the Office of the Vice President, represented by Vice President Maria Leonor “Leni” Robredo.
Source: Facebook
Senate of the Philippines
Date of turnover: May 15, 2017
Senate President Aquilino Martin “Koko” Pimentel III received an official replica of the Murillo Velarde 1734 Map donated by AIJC and NOW Group Chairman Mel Velarde to the Senate of the Philippines. The original map was also displayed during an exhibit at the Senate in May 2017.
Source: Facebook
Department of National Defense (DND)
Date of turnover: July 20, 2017
The Department of National Defense (DND), represented by Undersecretary for Defense Policy Ricardo A. David Jr., ASec for Assessments and International Affairs Raymund Jose G. Quilop, and ASec for Plans and Programs Teodoro Cirilo Torralba III, received an official replica of the Murillo Velarde 1734 Map donated by AIJC and NOW Group Chairman Mel Velarde.
Source: Facebook
House of Representatives
Date of turnover: September 22, 2020
House Speaker Alan Peter Cayetano received an official replica of the Murillo Velarde 1734 Map donated by AIJC and NOW Group Chairman Mel Velarde to the House of Representatives.
Local Government of Pasig City
Date of turnover: October 8, 2020
AIJC and NOW Group Chairman Mel Velarde donated an official replica of the Murillo Velarde 1734 Map to Pasig City through Mayor Victor Ma. Regis “Vico” Sotto.
Local Government of the City of Manila
Date of turnover: November 6, 2020
On behalf of the Local Government of the City of Manila, Mayor Francisco “Isko” Moreno Domagoso received an official replica of the Murillo Velarde 1734 Map from AIJC and NOW Group Chairman Mel Velarde.
Local Government of Quezon City
Date of turnover:
November 20, 2020
An official replica of the Murillo Velarde 1734 Map was donated by AIJC and NOW Group Chairman Mel Velarde to the Local Government of Quezon City, represented by Mayor Ma. Josefina “Joy” Belmonte.
Source: Facebook
Philippine National Police (PNP)
Date of turnover: July 19, 2017
Alongside the awarding of the Plaque of Recognition to AIJC and NOW Group Chairman Mel Velarde, he formally donated an official replica of the Murillo Velarde 1734 Map to the Philippine National Police (PNP), represented by former PNP chief Oscar Albayalde.
Local Government of Pasay City
Date of turnover: December 4, 2020
On behalf of the Local Government of Pasay City, Mayor Imelda Rubiano received an official replica of the Murillo Velarde 1734 Map donated by AIJC and NOW Group Chairman Mel Velarde.
Local Government of Muntinlupa City
Date of turnover: February 4, 2021
AIJC and NOW Group Chairman Mel Velarde donated an official replica of the Murillo Velarde 1734 Map to Muntinlupa City through Mayor Jaime Fresnedi.
Local Government of Makati City
Date of turnover: November 27, 2020
Makati City Mayor Mar-len Abigail “Abby” Binay formally received an official replica of the Murillo Velarde 1734 Map donated by AIJC and NOW Group Chairman Mel Velarde.
Philippine Postal Corporation (PHLPost)/Philippine Post Office
Date of turnover: December 13, 2017
AIJC and NOW Group Chairman Mel Velarde donated an official replica of the Murillo Velarde 1734 Map to the Philippine Postal Corporation (PHLPost), also known as the Philippine Post Office.
Local Government of Malabon City
Date of turnover: February 16, 2021
Malabon City Mayor Antolin Oreta III received an official replica of the Murillo Velarde 1734 Map donated by AIJC and NOW Group Chairman Mel Velarde.
Local Government of Marikina City
Date of turnover: February 5, 2021
AIJC and NOW Group Chairman Mel Velarde donated an official replica of the Murillo Velarde 1734 Map to Marikina City through Mayor Marcelino “Marcy” Teodoro.
Local Government of Navotas City
Date of turnover: February 17, 2021
On behalf of Navotas City, Mayor Toby Tiangco and Congressman John Ray Tiangco received an official replica of the Murillo Velarde 1734 Map donated by AIJC and NOW Group Chairman Mel Velarde.
Department of Budget and Management (DBM)
Date of turnover: August 4, 2017
AIJC and NOW Group Chairman Mel Velarde donated an official replica of the Murillo Velarde 1734 Map to the Department of Budget and Management (DBM), represented by former DBM Secretary Benjamin Diokno.
Department of Budget and Management (DBM)
Date of turnover: August 4, 2017
AIJC and NOW Group Chairman Mel Velarde donated an official replica of the Murillo Velarde 1734 Map to the Department of Budget and Management (DBM), represented by
Supreme Court of the Philippines
Dates of map exhibit (display of original map) and turnover of map replica: August 14-17, 2017
The Supreme Court of the Philippines received an official replica of the Murillo Velarde 1734 Map donated by AIJC and NOW Group Chairman Mel Velarde. The original map was also displayed at the Supreme Court in August 2017.
Philippine Coast Guard (PCG)
Date of turnover: February 13, 2023
Source: Facebook
Alliance Française de Manille (AFM)
Signing of the Deed of Donation and Acceptance: June 27, 2023
Source: Facebook
Kaisa Heritage Foundation, Inc. (KHF)
Date of turnover: June 13, 2023
Source: Facebook
Philippine Embassy in Beirut, Lebanon
Date of turnover: August 11, 2023
Source: Facebook
ASEAN-CHILE CHART WAY FORWARD IN A SYNERGIES DIALOGUE AND GASTRONOMIC EVENT
Date: August 10, 2023
ASEAN-CHILE CHART WAY FORWARD IN A SYNERGIES DIALOGUE AND GASTRONOMIC EVENT
Source: DFA
Philippine Embassy in Santiago, Chile
Date of turnover: July 12, 2023
Source: Facebook
Embassy of Canada in the Philippines
Date of turnover: August 9, 2022
Source: Facebook
International Conference on Cartography in Philippine History
Date of conference: May 23, 2018
Source: Facebook