National Artists at the Libingan ng mga Bayani

The Libingan ng mga Bayani (LNMB) is not only the final resting place of soldiers and war veterans, but of cultural heroes as well.

Established in May 1947 as the Republic Memorial Cemetery, and then later renamed Libingan ng Mga Bayani by the late President Ramon Magsaysay in 1956, the LNMB stood as a tribute to more than 33,500 Filipinos who fought during the Second World War.

But past Presidents, Vice Presidents, members of the legislature, and even National Artists and Scientists have since been buried at the LNMB.

This Undas season, perhaps it's high time we pay our respects and consider visiting the gravesites of some of the country's most notable writers, musicians, painters, dancers and choreographers, as well as film directors — people who have enriched not just our daily lives but who also have defined our nation's culture and the arts.

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According to Philippine Army spokesperson Col. Louie G. Dema-ala, the LNMB is free and open to the public between 8am and 5pm. Visitors who want to pay their respects to the likes of Lino Brocka, Ishmael Bernal, Nick Joaquin to name a few just need to sign the log book upon entry, and look for the cemetery section dedicated to the National Artists and Scientists.

Ahead of All Soul's Day, allow us to share a few photos of the final resting place of some of our National Artists.

— LA, GMA News