Kalayaan Hall

Kalayaan Hall, located within the Malacañang Palace complex in Manila, Philippines, is a historic government building that serves as the Presidential Museum and Library. Originally constructed as the Executive Building during the American colonial era, it has been the site of significant political events, including the oaths of several Philippine presidents. In the 1970s, it was renamed Maharlika Hall, where President Ferdinand Marcos proclaimed Martial Law. Following the People Power Revolution in 1986, it was renamed Kalayaan Hall to honor the revolution. The building showcases Renaissance–Revivalist architecture and features intricate ornamentation and carved wooden interiors, making it a notable site for tourists and researchers interested in Philippine history and architecture.