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15/05/2025
Did You Know?
The Kilometer Zero Marker Might Just Save Your Trip.
If you’ve ever hit the open road in the Philippines, you’ve probably seen those small concrete posts along the highways marked with “KM” and some numbers and letters. But did you know they’re more than just random roadside decor?
Welcome to the world of Kilometer Markers — your old-school GPS when technology fails you!
What Are They, Really?
Every national highway in the Philippines starts counting from one central point: Kilometer Zero, found right in front of Rizal Monument in Luneta, Manila. From there, the country’s roads spread out like branches, and along them, you’ll find these humble but powerful markers.
Each one (except Kilometer Zero itself) tells four important things:
1. “KM” — Short for “Kilometer,” of course.
2. Number below “KM” — This tells you how far you are from Luneta. The bigger the number, the farther you are from Manila.
3. A letter or two — These are the initials of the next town you’re heading toward.
4. A smaller number — This shows how many kilometers you have left before reaching that town.
Here’s the Cool Part:
• If the next marker has a smaller number, you’re heading towards Manila.
• If the number gets bigger, you’re moving away from Manila.
Even better? Take a look at which side of the road the markers are on:
• Right side? You’re driving away from Manila.
• Left side? You’re going towards it.
So the next time your GPS dies, your phone gives up, and you’re surrounded by rice fields with no idea where you are — just find the nearest kilometer marker. It won’t call for help, but it can tell you where you are, where you’re going, and how far you’ve got to go.
