Travel
may 3 1882
Rizal departed on board the Spanish steamer Salvadora bound for Singapore
singapore
June 12, 1882
The steamer docked at the French Harbor of Marseilles.
May 9, 1882
The Salvador docked at Singapore. In Singapore, Rizal transferred to another ship Djemnah.
Spain
Madrid
Rizal enrolled in medicine and philosophy at Universidad Central de Madrid and studied painting, sculpture, and languages privately. He also read widely and visited art galleries and museums. In his free time, he practiced fencing and shooting, and joined the Circulo Hispano-Filipino, where he wrote a poem called "Me Piden Versos".
June 16, 1882
Rizal initially thought Barcelona was ugly, but later changed his mind and grew to love the city for its atmosphere of freedom and liberalism, and its open-hearted and hospitable people. While there, he wrote three articles - "Amor Patrio," "Los Viajes," and "Revista de Madrid" - which were published in Manila's bilingual newspaper, Diariong Tagalog. During his time in Barcelona, Rizal received news of a cholera outbreak in Manila and the provinces, leading Paciano to advise him to complete his medical studies in Madrid.
France
paris
During Rizal’s first summer vacation in Madrid, he went to Paris from June 17 to August 20, 1883. Unlike other tourists, Rizal spent much of his time in museums, botanical gardens, libraries, art galleries, and hospitals. In Spain, he associated with liberal and republican Spaniards who were mostly Masons. In March 1883, Rizal joined the Acacia Masonic lodge in Madrid and later became a Master Mason at Lodge Solidaridad. He received a diploma as a Master Mason from Le Grand Orient de France in Pari
Germany
May 11, 1887
POSTDAM
June 19, 1887
Rizal treated Viola to a blowout on his 26th birthday
May 13, 1887
Rizal met Blumentritt, a kind-hearted Austrian professor who helped them during their stay in Leimeritz. They spoke German and stayed with Blumentritt's family (Rosa, Dora, Conrad, and Fritz) from May 13 to 16. Rizal painted a portrait of Blumentritt and gave it to him. They also met Dr. Carlos Czelopak before leaving Leimeritz by train on May 16 at 9:45 AM.
June 27, 1887 Rome
First homecoming
August 1887
Rizal visited friends in Central Luzon, including Malolos, San Fernando, Tarlac, and Bacolor. The following day, he returned to Manila, where the houses he visited were raided by the Guardia Civil, who confiscated copies of Noli and El Fili, as well as subversive pamphlets.
hongkong
feb 8, 1888
japan
Yokohoma
Juan Perez Caballero visited Rizal and invited him to live at the Spanish Legation. Rizal accepted for two reasons: economic convenience and lack of secrets to hide from the Spanish authorities. On March 7, Rizal moved out of Tokyo Hotel and lived at the Spanish Legation.
Rizal observed the beauty of Japan, including flowers, mountains, and scenic views. He noted the cleanliness, politeness, and industry of the Japanese people, as well as the scarcity of thieves and beggars.
Arrival in japan
feb 28, 1888
united states of america
Rizal sailed to San Francisco on the steamer "Blegic" despite a cholera epidemic, but the ship was quarantined due to political motives. Rizal witnessed discrimination against Chinese and Japanese by Americans. On May 4, 1888, Rizal was allowed to disembark. He was impressed by America's material progress, drive, energy, natural beauty, and high standard of living, but disappointed by the lack of racial equality.
arrival in us
april 28, 1888
united kingdom
La solidaridad
In 1888, Rizal visited Barcelona and Madrid, where he met Marcelo H Del Pilar and Mariano Ponce, and was chosen as honorary president of Asociacion La Solidaridad. La Solidaridad in Barcelona was founded by Graciano Lopez Jaena in February 1889, and Rizal's first article, "Los Agricultores Filipinos," was published in La Solidaridad on March 25, 1889.
london
Rizal went to London to improve his English and study Morga's Sucesos de las Islas Filipinas at the British Museum. He saw London as a safe haven to continue his fight against Spanish oppression and wrote for La Solidaridad to defend his people.
left London for Paris
March 19, 1889
France
paris
Rizal lived in Paris, staying with friends and fellow Filipinos. He continued his research, spending most of his time at the National Library. He formed several secret societies, including the Kidlat Club and Indios Bravos. In 1890, he published an annotated edition of Morga's Sucesos and wrote two essays, "Philippines within a Colony" and "Indolence of the Filipinos."
left Paris for Brussels
January 28, 1890
belgium
brussels
Rizal moved to Brussels with Jose Albert, living in a modest boarding house. Albert left and was replaced by Jose Alejandro, an engineering student. Rizal focused on writing his second novel, El Filibusterismo, a continuation of the Noli.
July 18, 1890
Rizal wrote a letter to Ponce where he expressed his determination to go home. However he changed his mind when he caught news of Paciano taking a case to the Supreme Court in Spain
Spain
Madrid
Rizal arrived in Madrid in August 1890 and tried to seek justice for his family and the Calamba tenants, but failed. He faced disappointment after losing two duels with Antonio Luna and Wencenslao Retana. The Asociacion Hispano-Filipina and liberal Spanish newspapers helped Rizal secure justice. However, he received devastating news that the Dominicans had issued an execution order against him and other Calamba tenants. Rizal sought help from liberal Spanish statesmen, but they offered only empty sympathies. A rivalry emerged between Rizal and M.H. del Pilar, and Rizal won an election but declined the position and left Madrid.
France
paris
On March 30, 1891 Rizal went back to Paris and stayed at the home of his friend, Valentin Ventura.
biarritz
Rizal arrived in Biarritz in February 1891 and was welcomed by the Bousteads family. He spent a month there and developed feelings for Nelly Boustead. Before departing on March 29, 1891, he completed the manuscript of El Filibusterismo.
belgium
GHENT
Rizal moved from Brussels to Ghent for two reasons: cheaper printing costs and to avoid being distracted by Petite Suzanne.
brussels
Rizal retired from the Propaganda Movement on May 1, 1891, and stopped writing for La Solidaridad afterwards.
hongkong
studying opthamology
Rizal studied in Hong Kong and befriended Dr. Lorenzo P. Marques, who helped him build a strong client base and referred eye patients to him.
November 20 1891
Arrival in HongKong
Second Homecoming
(End of the line)
june 1892
Rizal had a fatal interview with Governor-General Despujol, who showed him five handbills titled "The Poor Friars" that were found in Rizal's bedding at the custom house. Rizal denied knowing anything about the handbills, which criticized the wealth of the religious orders and suggested that donations meant for the Pope were not actually used for charity. Despujol became angry and ordered Rizal to be imprisoned in Fort Santiago.
Dapitan
Rizal spent four years (1892-1896) in exile in the remote town of Dapitan, located on the island of Mindanao. During this time, he established himself as a model citizen and leader, engaging in various activities that contributed to the community's development. He built a school, founded a civic organization, and even helped the local government in its agricultural projects.
rizal arrested and imprisoned in fort santiago
Death
Rizal was exiled to Dapitan for four years. He was then brought to Manila for trial and was sentenced to death. On December 30, 1896, he was shot by a firing squad at Bagumbayan (now Rizal Park).
Reference
Dr. Rizal’s Travels and Homecomings. (2014, July 27). Dimasalang Laong Laan; dimasalang laong laan. https://dimasalanglaonglaan.wordpress.com/dr-rizals-travels-and-homecomings/
Craig, A. (2024). Lineage, Life and Labors of José Rizal: Philippine Patriot. Gutenberg.org. https://www.gutenberg.org/files/6867/6867-h/6867-h.htm?fbclid=IwAR3EOdWfp2DfLRKLgvonXmE17cYjL3qfHVpquNpMJnjvcp0zI-m2yP2OpuQ#d0e2607