Plazoleta Gay
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| Plazoleta Gáy | |
|---|---|
| Socorro Crossing | |
| File:Plazoleta Gay Iloilo.jpg The intersection looking southeast from Ledesma Street | |
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| Location | |
| Iloilo City, Philippines | |
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| Roads at junction | N532 (J.M. Basa Street) Ledesma Street Iznart Street Arroyo Street |
| Construction | |
| Type | Intersection |
| Maintained by | Department of Public Works and Highways |
The Plazoleta Gáy, also known locally as Socorro Crossing and formerly referred to as Plaza Gáy, is a commercial intersection and diagonal crossing located in downtown Iloilo City, Philippines. It is the busiest intersection for foot traffic in the downtown area, situated in front of Hua Siong College, Socorro Drug, Locsin-Coscuella Building, and Terranza Residences, and connects Ledesma, Iznart, Arroyo, J.M. Basa, and Iznart Extension Streets.[1] At the center of the intersection stands a white commemorative obelisk, topped with a dove.[2] It was redeveloped in 2025 to include a paved area and a mini park.
The area is recognized as a significant site for the expression of free speech, frequently serving as a venue for rallies, protests, and other political and social demonstrations. It played a crucial role during the People Power Revolution in February 1986, when citizens gathered to denounce the Marcos dictatorship and demand its ouster. The movement contributed to the ascension of Corazon Aquino to the presidency, following the departure of the Marcoses to Hawaii on February 25, 1986.[3]
Plazoleta Gáy was named after José María N. Gáy, the last Spanish mayor of Iloilo and the first mayor under the American colonial period.[4][5]
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