Sirena ng Atimonan — Attraction in Quezon

The mermaid of Atimonan.

There she is, looking forlornly at the road, sitting atop a rock for decades on end and waiting. Waiting. Waiting for whom? For what? Her blue tail of a fish curved and draped over a portion of the rock. Her right hand propping up her body, her left almost pat down on her scales. At first glance, it seems her body is bigger than her head.

Ever since I’ve been traveling in the 1990s along the national highway in this part of Quezon province, I’ve always looked out the window and waited to see this mermaid monument as the bus pass by. Some say that the people of Atimonan believe in sirenas (mermaids) and that they frequent this spot thus, they erected a monument in its honor. But true or not, the lonely mermaid of Quezon will continue to look out forlornly, with her back facing Alabat Island.

But because of her build, a friend from Gumaca nicknamed her Chyna, the lady wrestler.

The mermaid of Atimonan is less than a hundred meters from the Atimonan port, in Barangay Angeles, and its possible to walk up the monument via a worn down cement step...

The Sirena ng Atimonan stands as a beloved and iconic landmark of Atimonan, Quezon. This statue, with its graceful design and strong connection to the town's coastal heritage, captures the charm and culture of the community. Recently repainted, the Sirena looks fresh and vibrant, a testament to the effort to preserve this treasured symbol.

While the statue itself is a sight to behold, I hope the surrounding area receives the same level of care. Maintaining cleanliness and order in the vicinity would not only enhance its appeal but also create a more welcoming space for visitors and locals alike.

As a focal point of Atimonan, the Sirena deserves to be celebrated and cared for. With consistent maintenance and community effort, it can continue to be a source of pride and a must-see attraction for...

Nice view and a must stop over when passing thru atimonan. The time we got to see this the sea has rough waves and the weather is not that great. But I have no idea that there such a landmark like this in atimonan. Not much to see here but take pictures. I saw some visitors that climbed up the rock to get a photo beside the mermaid but...