Rizal Chapter2

Chapter2
 Jose Rizal International Voyages
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 Course to Spain
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 His Journey for Spain
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 Studies Completed in Spain
 Singapore to Colombo
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 Passing through Suez Canal
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 Madrid, First Visit to Paris, Paris to Berlin -Christine
 At Heidelberg
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 Leipzig and Dresden
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 Berlin
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https://dfa.gov.ph/dfa-news/news-from-our-foreign-service-postsupdate/15160-rizal-s-life-in-berlin-remembered
http://philippine-embassy.de/2017/12/22/rizals-life-in-berlin-remembered/
 Noli Me Tangere Published in Berlin
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 Grand Tour of Europe
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 Dresden
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 Blumentritt and Leitmeritz
https://www.univie.ac.at/ksa/apsis/aufi/rizal/rbcor192.htm
 Historic City of Prague
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 Quuen of the Danube
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commemorates-the-life-and-works-of-dr-jose-rizal#:~:text=Jose%20Rizal%20had%20visited%20Vienna,%2C
%20religious%20images%2C%20and%20culture.
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 Lintz
 To Rheinfall, to Salzburg, to Munich, to Nuremberg
 Switzerland
 Geneva
 Madrid Exposition
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news-from-his/
 Italy
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news-from-his/
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DR. JOSE RIZAL'S TRAVELS
1. Jose Protacio Realonda Alonso Rizal Mercado Jose Rizal is the most traveled Filipino hero in history. The travel and
adventure of Jose Rizal are an important facet of his education and sophistication through which he learned the culture
and politics of other countries. Rizal’s first trip abroad was on 1882 bound for Dr. Jose Rizal was died on December 30,
1896. In Bagumbayan (Luneta), a city promenade that also served as a killing field for those who opposed Spanish
colonial rule in the 19th century Philippines.
2. May 3, 1882 He arrived Barcelona, Spain where he met some Filipinos. He also made his first nationalistic essay he
wrote abroad, “Amor Patrio” which was later published in Diarong Tagalog. To complete his studies and widen his
political knowledge through exposure to European governments. It‟s funny that his departure June, 1892 Back in the
Philippines, Rizal‟s travel destinations in the Philippines included a visit to Bulacan and Pampanga before he was finally
exiled in Dapitan, in the province of Zamboanga del Norte. Rizal was brought back to Fort Santiago where he spent his
last days until his execution.
3. October 1891 Rizal left Europe for Hong Kong onboard the ship „Melbourne‟ on which he began writing his third (but
unfinished) novel. He arrived in Hong Kong on November 20 and resided at No. 5 D‟ Aguilar Street, No. 2 Rednaxela
Terrace. (In case you did not notice, „Rednaxela‟ is „Alexander‟ spelled reversely). In Hong Kong, Jose opened a medical
clinic. A Portuguese friend, Dr. Lorenzo P. Marques helped him to have plentiful patrons of various nationalities. His
successful operation on his mother‟s left eye allowed her to read again. The first stop over of Rizal on his way to Spain is
Singapore, which he spent for sightseeing the city including its famed Botanical Garden, Buddhist temples, the
monument of Sir Thomas Stanford Raffles, the founder of Singapore.
4. March 1892 He went to Sandakan (East Malaysia) aboard „Menon‟ to negotiate with British authorities concerning
the founding of a Filipino colony in North Borneo (now called Sabah). On March 21, Rizal asked Governor General
EulogioDespujol through a letter to allow the landless Filipinos, especially the deported Calamba tenants, to establish
themselves in North Borneo. Rizal was back in Hon Kong in April, 1892. It was Rizal‟s journey to Colombo, Sri Lanka that
was important for him to improve his knowledge of the French language while on board a French ship, Djemnah.
5. In Marseilles, En route through the Suez Canal, Rizal got off at the Red Sea terminal and was amazed by the impressive
moonlight scenery in Suez and was engrossed with the multicultural people and language of the place. And he visited
the Italian City of Naples. July 1891 Rizal went to Ghent in July 1891 because the cost of printing in the place was
cheaper. He lived in a low-cost boarding house where he had as roommate Jose Alejandro, an engineering student in the
University of Ghent. Tightening their belts, they rented a room exclusive of breakfast. They bought a box of biscuit,
counted the contents, and computed for their daily ration for a month. In just 15 days, Alejandro had eaten up all his
shares whereas Rizal frugally limited himself to his daily allocation. The publisher F. Meyer-Van Loo
6. Rizal proceeded to take a more than a month vacation in Biarritz, a tourist town in southwestern France noted for its
mild climate and sand beaches. Arriving there in February 1891, Rizal was welcomed as a family guest in the house of
the Bousteds, especially by Nellie whom he had a serious (but failed) romantic relationship. In Biarritz, he continued to
worked on his „El Fili‟ and completed its manuscript on March 29, the eve of his departure for Paris. Valentine Ventura
hosted his short stay in Paris, and the Jacobies, especially Petite Suzanne, cordially welcomed his arrival in Brussels in
April 1891. In Brussels, Rizal revised and prepared for printing his second novel until the end of Rizal arrived at France for
the first time at Marseilles, where he visited the Chateau d‟lf, the fortress famous as the setting for Alexandre Dumas‟
The Count of Monte Cristo.
7. Rizal reached Naples, Italy and was briefly astounded by its dynamic citizens and the picturesque wonders of the
municipality particularly the Mount Vesuvius and the Castle of St. Telmo. Rizal traveled to Madrid in August 1890. Along
with his lawyer, Marcelo H. Del Pilar, he tried to seek justice for his family but could not find anyone who could help him.
In Madrid, Rizal also heard the news of Leonor Rivera's marriage with an Englishman Henry Kipping who was the choice
of Leonor‟s mother. As if „misfortunes‟ were not enough, there emerged the Del Pilar-Rizal rivalry for leadership in the
Asociacion Hispano Filipino. The supposedly healthy election for a leader („Responsible‟) produced divisive unpleasant
split among the Filipinos in Madrid (the Rizalistas vs. the Pilaristas). Rizal thus decided to leave Madrid, lest his presence
results in more August 1890
8. In Belgium, Rizal busied himself with writing the „Fili‟ and contributing for La Solidaridad using the pen names Dimas
Alang and LaongLaan. When he heard the news that the Calamba agrarian trouble was getting worse, Rizal decided to go
home. But Paciano told him through a letter that they lost the court case against the Dominicans in the Philippines and
they intended to bring the case to Madrid. This prompted Jose to go to Madrid instead to look for a lawyer and
influential people who would He arrived Barcelona, Spain where he met some Filipinos. He also made his first
nationalistic essay he wrote abroad, “Amor Patrio” which was later published in Diarong Tagalog.
9. He left Barcelona for Madrid, to pursue his medical studies in the Universidad Central de Madrid. He also took courses
in Philosophy and Letters and took French, German, and English lessons from private tutors. In Paris, Rizal frequented
the BibliothequeNationale, working on his annotation of the „Sucesos‟. Rizal witnessed the Universal Exposition of Paris,
having as its greatest attraction the Eiffel Tower.He formed the „Kidlat Club‟, a temporary social club which brought
together Filipinos witnessing the exposition. He also organized the „Indios Bravos‟, an association which envisioned
Filipinos being recognized for being admirable in many fields, and the mysterious Redencion de los Malayos
(Redemption of the Malays) which aimed to propagate useful knowledge. In March 1889
10. In London, Rizal manually copied and annotated Morga‟s „Sucesos de las Islas Filipinas‟, a rare book available in the
British Museum. He also became the honorary president of the patriotic society Asociacion La Solidaridad (Solidaridad
Association) and wrote articles for the „La Solidaridad‟. In his 10-month stay in London, he had short visits in Paris,
Madrid, and Barcelona. In Spain, he met Marcelo H. delPilar for the first time. On 1883, Rizal visited the French capital of
France, where he was fascinated by its architectural wonders (e.g. Place de la Concorde and the Arch of Triumph). He
visited the Leannec Hospital to observe and became an apprentice of Dr. Louis de Weckert to specialized in
ophthalmology He also joined Free Masonry and was impressed with the freedom they enjoyed in openly criticizing the
government. 1883
11. In Heidelberg, Rizal worked as apprentice of Dr. Otto Becker and was able to visit picturesque spots in the historical
city including the Heidelberg Castle and the ancient churches. In Leipzig, he attended lectures in the University of Leipzig
and worked on with his mission of enlightening his Filipino brethren with inspiring stories by translating the story of the
Swiss independence and some of Hans Christian Andersen‟s Fairy Tales to Filipino. In Dresden, he met Dr. Adolph Meyer
and was impressed for the first time of the spirituality of a Catholic Holy Mass In Berlin, Rizal was captivated by its
scientific atmosphere and absence of racial discrimination. He wrote the Tagalog Metrical Art (TaglischeVerkunst) and
published Noli Me Tangere. In Leitmeritz, Bohemia, Rizal bonded with his close friend and professor, Ferdinand
Blumentritt On May 16, 1888 on the ship „City of Rome‟ Rizal sailed for Liverpool and arrived on May 24. A day after, he
reached London and stayed briefly at Dr. Antonio Ma.Regidor's home. He then boarded at the Beckett family where he
fell in love with Gertrude, the oldest daughter of his landlord. In June 1888, Rizal made friends with Dr. Reinhold Rost
and his family. Expert in Malayan language, Rost had in his house a good Filipiniana library. Our national hero was
described by Rost May 16, 1888 – June 1888
12. On May 6, he went to Oakland. Onboard a train, he took his evening meal at Sacramento and woke up at Reno,
Nevada. He had visited also the states of Utah, Colorado, Nebraska, Illinois, and finally reached New York on May 13. On
Bedloe Island, he had seen the Statue of Liberty symbolizing freedom and democracy. Inconsistently, Rizal observed that
there was racial inequality in the land and real freedom was only for the whites. But if Rizal were alive today, he would
be surprised that the Americans have already allowed a black guy May 6 In Prague, he met Dr. Willkomm from the
University of Prague who toured him to the city‟s historic spots including the tomb of Copernicus and the National
History Museum
13. In Vienna, Rizal was met by a famous European novelist, Norfenfals, who toured him to the churches, art galleries,
and other tourists spots in the city especially along the Danube Rivera. In Salzburg, Rizal enjoyed the baroque
architecture of the old town The ship arrived in San Francisco on April 28. For a week, they were however quarantined,
allegedly because of the cholera outbreak in the Far East. In reality, some politicians were just questioning the arrival of
the Chinese coolies in the ship who would displace white laborers in railroad construction projects. April 28
14. Rizal went to Munich and enjoyed its famous beer, to Nuremberg to see its doll factory and Ulm to see the biggest
cathedral in all of Germany. From Hong Kong, he reached Yokohama, Japan on February 28 and proceeded to Tokyo the
next day. He lived in the Spanish legation in Tokyo upon the invitation of its secretary, Juan Perez Caballero. In March
1888, he heard a Tokyo band nicely playing a European music and was astonished to find out after the gig that some of
its members were Filipinos (Zaide&Zaide, p. 130). We can surmise from this that even during Rizal‟s time, some Filipinos
were already entertainers in Japan („Japayuki‟ or „Japayuko‟). But if there were a person who was truly entertained at
the time, it was Rizal himself who was amused by the Japanese girl who used to pass by the legation everyday. The 23-
year old Seiko Usui whom he fondly called „O-Sei-
15. They saw the infamous torture machines used in the so-called Catholic Inquisition. Afterward, they went to Ulm and
climbed Germany‟s tallest cathedral there. On February 3, 1888, Rizal sailed to Hongkong onboard „Zafiro‟ and just
stayed inside the ship during its short stop at Amoy. He stayed at Victoria Hotel in Hongkong (not in Sta. Mesa) and
visited the nearby city Macao for two days along with a friend, Jose Maria Basa. Among other things, Rizal experienced
in Hong Kong the noisy firecracker-laden Chinese New Year and the marathon lauriat party characterized by numerous
dishes being served. (The „lauriat‟ combo meal in „Chowking‟ originated from this February 3, 1888
16. Rizal saw Rhein falls, the largest plain waterfall in Europe and head towards other Swiss cities Basel, Bern, and
Lausanne. Rizal was particularly fascinated with Geneva where the people speak French, German, and Italian. Restoring
his mother‟s eyesight, he began to be dubbed as “German doctor” or “Doctor Uliman” and made a lot of money
because people from different places flocked him for a better vision. Because of his enemies‟ allegation that „Noli‟
contained subversive ideas, Rizal was summoned by the Governor General Emilio Terrero. Seeing no problem in the
book, Terrero nonetheless assigned to Rizal a body guard, Don Jose Taviel de Andrade, to protect the „balikbayan‟ from
his adversaries. In December 1887, the Calamba folks asked Rizal‟s assistance in collecting information as regards
Dominican hacienda management. It was in compliance to the order of the government to investigate the way friar
estates were run. So Rizal had reported, among others, that the Dominican Order had arbitrarily increased the land rent
and charged the tenants for nonexistent agricultural services. The enraged friars pressured the governor general to
„advise‟ the author of the
17. Rizal toured the Italy‟s famous cities namely Milan, Venice and Florence, known for their arts and culture. He also
visited the Vatican in Rome and was particularly overwhelmed by St. Peter‟s
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COURSE TO SPAIN
SPAIN (1882-1885) • After finishing the 4th year of the medical course in the University of Santo Tomas, Rizal decided to
complete his studies in Spain • Aside from completing his studies in Spain, Rizalian his “secret mission’ – was to observe
keenly the life and the culture, languages and customs, industries, commerce and government and laws of the European
nations in order to prepare himself in the mighty task of liberating his oppressed people from Spanish tyranny • This
Rizalian secret mission was likewise disclosed by Paciano in his letter to his younger brother dated Manila, May 20, 1882.
HIS JOURNEY FOR SPAIN
-Rizal’s departure for Spain was kept secret to avoid detection by the Spain authorities and the friars • Jose Mercado –
Rizal used this name; a cousin from Biñan • May 3, 1882 – Rizal departed on board the Spanish streamer Salvadora
bound for Singapore.
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STUDIES COMPLETED IN SPAIN
He was conferred the degree of Licentiate in Medicine by the Universidad Central de Madrid on June 21, 1884. The next
academic year, he studied and passed all subjects leading to the degree of Doctor of Medicine. However, he did not
submit the thesis required for graduation nor paid the corresponding fees. He was not awarded his Doctor’s Diploma.
Jose Rizal also finished his studies in Philosophy and Letters with higher grades. He was awarded the Degree of
Licentiate in Philosophy and Letters by the Universidad Central de Madrid on June 19, 1885 (his 24th birthday) with the
rating of excellent.
Rizal faced financial problems after two years in Madrid. Due to locust invasions and droughts that destroyed the farms
back home, his monthly allowances were late and there times where they did not even arrive at all.
He was also popular in Madrid and on one occasion was invited as a guest speaker in a banquet held in honor of Juan
Luna and Felix R. Hidalgo, sponsored by the Filipino community to celebrate the victory of their first and second prizes in
a national fine arts exposition. A part of his speech goes:
I drink to the health of our artists: Luna and Hidalgo, legitimate and pure glories of two peoples; I drink to the health of
the persons who have lent them a helping hand on the dolorous path of art. I drink to the health of Filipino youth,
sacred hope of my Native Land, that may imitate such precious examples so that Mother Spain, solicitous and heedful of
the welfare of her provinces implement soon the reforms she has contemplated for a long time. The furrow is ready and
the ground is not sterile. And I drink finally for the happiness of those parents who deprived of the tenderness of their
children, from those distant regions follow them with moist eyes, and palpitating hearts across seas and space,
sacrificing on the altar of the common welfare the sweet consolations that are so scarce in the twilight of life, precious
and lonely winter flowers that sprout along the snow white boarders of the grave.
Here he gave a speech which was applauded and greeted with ovations. The speech showed his already developing
spirit of nationalism.
Rizal later soon after received the degree of Licentiate in Medicine and continued working for the degree
of Doctor of Medicine. He then traveled to Berlin where his first novel, Noli Me Tangere, was printed with the help of a
rich friend, Dr. Maximo Viola.
After publishing Noli Me Tangere with the assistance of his rich friend, Dr. Maximo Viola, the novel was
praised by friends but caught the attention of his enemies who condemned it as expected.
Rizal even stated.
The government and the friars will probably attack the work, refuting my statements, but I trust in the
God of Truth and in the persons who have actually seen our sufferings.
Shortly after, Jose Rizal finally met his close friend and long-time writing companion, Dr. Blumentritt at a railroad station
in Czechoslovakia, for the first time.
After five years in Europe, Jose Rizal finally left for his hometown, Calamba. He wanted to live a peaceful life as a doctor,
but because of his novel, friars were enraged. He came home disregarding Paciano’s warnings and that of his friend,
Blumentritt.
After his medical studies at University of Santo Tomas, Rizal left the Philippines on May 3, 1882, and arrived in Madrid in
September 1882. Dissatisfied with his education there, due in part to the prejudices of faculty against native students,
he continued his studies in Spain. He took courses in medicine at Universidad Central de Madrid as well as painting at
Real Academia de Bellas Artes de San Fernando in Calle Alcala.
SINGAPORE TO COLOMBO
SINGAPORE • Donato Lecha – the ship captain from Asturias. Spain befriended Rizal. - Rizal described him as an affable
man, “much more refined than his other countrymen and colleagues that I have met. “ • Rizal played chess with his
fellow passengers who were much older that he • May 8, 1882 – while the streamer was approaching Singapore, Rizal
was a beautiful island, fascinated by its scenic beauty, he remember “Talim Island with the Susong Dalaga”
FROM SINGAPORE TO COLOMBO • May 9, 1882 - the Salvadora docked at Singapore • Hotel de la Paz – Rizal registered
here and spent two days on a sightseeing soiree of the city, which was a colony of England • In Singapore, Rizal
transferred to another ship Djemnah, a French streamer, which left Singapore for Europe on May 11, 1882 • May 17,
1882 – Djemnah reached Point Galle, a seacoast twon in southern Ceylon (now Sri Lanka)
Rizal wrote on his travel diary: “ The general apperance of Point Galle is picturestic but lonely and quiet and at the same
time sad” • Colombo – capital of Ceylon • Rizal was enamored by Colombo because of its scenic beauty and elegant
buildings •“Colombo is more beautiful, smart and elegant than Singapore, Point Galle and Manila”
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PASSING THROUGH SUEZ CANAL
Aden – city hotter than Manila; Rizal was amused to see the camels, for the first time • City of Suez – the Red Sea
terminal of the Suez Canal • Rizal was impressed in the beautiful moonlight which reminded him of Calamba and his
family • Suez Canal – canal which built by Ferdinand de Lesseps (French diplomat-engineer) which was inaugurated on
November 17, 1869 • Port Said – the Mediterranean terminal of the Suez Canal
NAPLES AND MARSEILLES • June 11, 1882 – Rizal reached Naples – Rizal was pleased on this Italian City because of its
business activity, its lively people ad its panoramic beauty • Night of June 12, 1882 – the steamer docked at the French
harbor of Marseilles • Rizal visited the famouse Chateau d’If, where Dantes, hero of the Count of Monte Cristo was
imprisoned • Rizal stayed two and a half days in Marseilles
BARCELONA • Afternoon of May 15, 1882 – Rizal left Merseilles by train for the last lap of his trip to Spain • Rizal crossed
the Pyreness and stopped for a day at the frontier town of Port Bou • June 16, 1882 – Rizal finally reached his
destination – Barcelona • Rizal’s first impression of Barcelona, the greatest city of Cataluña and Spain’s second largest
city was unfavorable
Las Ramblas – the most famous street in Barcelona • Amor Patrio (Love of Country) – nationalistic essay, Rizal’s first
article written on Spain’s soil • Under his pen-name Laong Laan, appeared in print in Diariong Tagalog on August 20,
1882 • It was published in two texts – Spanish and Tagalog – the Spanish text was the one originally written by Rizal in
Barcelona, the tagalog text was a Tagalog translation made by M.H. del Pilar
Basilio Teodoro Moran – a friend of Rizal in Manila and the publisher of Diariong Tagalog where Rizal sent this article •
Diariong Tagalog – the first Manila bilingual newspaper (Spanish and Tagalog) • Los Viajes (Travels) – Rizal’s second
article for Diariong Tagalog • Rizal received sad news about the cholera that was ravaging Manila and the provinces
according to Paciano’s letter, dated September 15, 1882
Another sad news from the Philippines was the chatty letter of Chengoy recounting the unhappiness of Leonor Rivera •
In one of his letters (dated May 26, 1882) Paciano advised his younger brother to finish the medical course in Madrid •
Rizal left Barcelona in the fall of 1882 established himself in Madrid, the capital of Spain.
Rizal left Manila on May 3rd and was at the Suez Canal Port Authority on June 2nd. His first trip abroad, he was like the
proverbial bull in a porcelain shop. He noted everything. He sketched the scenery. He was loquacious and full of self-
importance. He traveled First Class! He mailed postcards to friends and sent long letters to his parents at every sea-mail
stop. He fed his daily journals with descriptive observations and factoids!!!
Rizal arrived at Port Said. In a letter to his parents, He described his trip en route to Aden along the Suez Canal.
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MADRID -Christine
FIRST VISIT TO PARIS -Christine
PARIS TO BERLIN -Christine
IN HISTORIC HEIDELBERG
IN HISTORIC HEIDELBERG • February 1, 1886- Rizal reluctantly left gay Paris fro Germany • February 3, 1886- Rizal
arrived in Heidelberg, a historic city in Germany famous for its old university and romantic surroundings • Chess Player’s
Club- a club wherein the students made Rizal as a member because of being a good chess player • Dr. Otto Becker-
distinguished German ophthalmologist where Rizal worked— University Eye Hospital
April 22, 1886- Rizal wrote a fine poem “A Las Flores de Heidelberg” (To the Flowers of Heidelberg) • In the spring of
1886, Rizal was fascinated by the blooming flowers along the cool banks of the Neckar River. Among them was his
favorite flower— the light blue “forget-me-not” • Wilhelmsfeld- a mountainous village near Heidelberg where Rizal
spent a three-month summer vacation • Dr. Karl Ullmer- a kind Protestant pastor where Rizal stayed, who became his
good friend and admirer • June 25, 1886- Rizal ended his sojourn at Pastor Ullmer’s home
May 29, 1887- Rizal wrote from Munich (Muchen) to Friedrich (Fritz), son of Pastor Ullmer • July 31, 1886- Rizal wrote
his first letter in German (which he had improved after his stay with the Ullmers) to Professor Blumentritt, Director of
the Ateneo of Leitmeritz, Austria • Aritmetica (Arithmetic)-Rizal sent this book he mentioned and was published in two
languages— Spanish and Tagalog—by the University of Santo Tomas Press in 1868. the author was Rufino Baltazar
Hernandez, a native of Santa Cruz, Laguna • August 6, 1886- the famous University of Heidelberg held its fifth centenary
celebration.
HEIDELBERG, Germany - National hero Dr. Jose Rizal is known for having traveled to many countries, especially those in
Europe. One of these stops is Germany where he studied.
Rizal was only 25 years old when he first arrived in Heidelberg, Germany.
The house he stayed in, where he supposedly wrote his poem "Las Flores de Heidelberg", is now a bookstore.
· February 1, 1886- Rizal reluctantly left gay Paris fro Germany

· February 3, 1886- Rizal arrived in Heidelberg, a historic city in Germany famous for its old university and romantic
surroundings
· Chess Player’s Club- a club wherein the students made Rizal as a member because of being a good chess player
· Dr. Otto Becker- distinguished German ophthalmologist where Rizal worked—University Eye Hospital
· April 22, 1886- Rizal wrote a fine poem “A Las Flores de Heidelberg” (To the Flowers of Heidelberg)
· In the spring of 1886, Rizal was fascinated by the blooming flowers along the cool banks of the Neckar River. Among
them was his favorite flower—the light blue “forget-me-not”
· Wilhelmsfeld- a mountainous village near Heidelberg where Rizal spent a three-month summer vacation
· Dr. Karl Ullmer- a kind Protestant pastor where Rizal stayed, who became his good friend and admirer
· June 25, 1886- Rizal ended his sojourn at Pastor Ullmer’s home
· May 29, 1887- Rizal wrote from Munich (Muchen) to Friedrich (Fritz), son of Pastor Ullmer
· July 31, 1886- Rizal wrote his first letter in German (which he had improved after his stay with the Ullmers) to Professor
Blumentritt, Director of the Ateneo of Leitmeritz, Austria
· Aritmetica (Arithmetic)-Rizal sent this book he mentioned and was published in two languages—Spanish and Tagalog—
by the University of Santo Tomas Press in 1868. the author was Rufino Baltazar Hernandez, a native of Santa Cruz,
Laguna
· August 6, 1886- the famous University of Heidelberg held its fifth centenary celebration
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IN LEIPZIG AND DRESDEN
IN LEIPZIG AND DRESDEN • August 9, 1886- Rizal left Heidelberg • August 14, 1886- boarded by a train. Rizal arrived in
Leipzig • Professor Friedrich Ratzel- a famous German historian, Rizal befriend with him • Dr. Hans Meyer- German
anthropologist, a friend of Rizal • In Leipzig, Rizal translated Schiller’s William Tell from German into Tagalog so that
Filipino might know the story of that champion of Swiss independence • Rizal also translated into Tagalog for his
nephews and niece Hans Andersen’s Fairy Tales
Rizal found out that the cost of living in Leipzig was cheapest in Europe so that he stayed two months and a half •
Because of his knowledge of German, Spanish, and other European languages, Rizal worked as proofreader in a
publisher’s firm • October 29, 1886- Rizal left Leipzig for Dresden where he met Dr. Adolph B. Meyer, Director of the
Anthropological and Ethnological Museum • Rizal heard Mass in a Catholic church; evidently, this Mass impressed him
very much, for he wrote on his diary: “Truly I have never in my life heard a Mass whose music had greater sublimity and
intonation.” • Morning of November 1, 1886- Rizal left Dresden by train reaching Berlin in the evening
· August 9, 1886- Rizal left Heidelberg
· August 14, 1886- boarded by a train. Rizal arrived in Leipzig

· Professor Friedrich Ratzel- a famous German historian, Rizal befriend with him
· Dr. Hans Meyer- German anthropologist, a friend of Rizal
· In Leipzig, Rizal translated Schiller’s William Tell from German into Tagalog so that Filipino might know the story of that
champion of Swiss independence
· Rizal also translated into Tagalog for his nephews and niece Hans Andersen’s Fairy Tales
· Rizal found out that the cost of living in Leipzig was cheapest in Europe so that he stayed two months and a half
· Because of his knowledge of German, Spanish, and other European languages, Rizal worked as proofreader in a
publisher’s firm
· October 29, 1886- Rizal left Leipzig for Dresden where he met Dr. Adolph B. Meyer, Director of the
Anthropological and Ethnological Museum
· Rizal heard Mass in a Catholic church; evidently, this Mass impressed him very much, for he wrote on his diary: “Truly I
have never in my life heard a Mass whose music had greater sublimity and
intonation.”
· Morning of November 1, 1886- Rizal left Dresden by train reaching Berlin in the evening
Summer Vacation at Wilhelmsfeld  Wilhemsfeld is a mountainous village at Heidelberg.  He met Dr. Luis D. Wecker - a
pastor of the vicarage of Wilhemsfeld.
 He returned to Heidelberg on June 2, 1886 remembering the hospitality and frienship accorded to him by Ulmers.  He
appreciated so much from his stay in thr German village-- the religious tolerance the people practice in the area.  He
observed Pastor Ulmer being able to get along well with the Catholic priest.
Rizal to Leipzig and Dresden Rizal to Leipzig and Dresden LEIPZIG ➔ He arrived in Leipzig on August 14, 18986, on board
a train. ➔ Part of his activities in this city was attendeance at the lectures given by German proffesors in history and
psychology.
➔ He came to know Prof. Friedrich Ratzel Dr. Hans Meyer ➔ He translated Schiller's William Tell into Tagalog. ➔ He
worked as a proofreader in a publishing company to augment his allowance. ➔ He stayed in the city for two months.
➔ He left Leipzig on October 29, 1886 and went to Dresden. Dresden ➔ He met Dr. Adolph Meyer, the Director of
Anthropological and Ethnological Musuem of the city. ➔ After 3 day visit, He left Dresden for Berlin by train.
BERLIN
Rizal stayed in Berlin, capital of Germany, to gain further knowledge of ophthalmology, to attend some lectures at its
local university, to further his studies of sciences and languages, to get familiar with the scenic Germany, to be part of
the scientific community and to finish his novel, “Noli Me Tángere.”
· Rizal was enchanted by Berlin because of its scientific atmosphere and the absence of race prejudice
· Rizal met for the first time Dr. Feodor Jagor, celebrated German scientist-traveler and author of Travels in the
Philippines, a book which Rizal read and admired during his student days in Manila
· Dr. Rudolf Virchow- introduced to Rizal by Dr. Jagor; famous German anthropologist
· Dr. Hans Virchow- son of Dr. Rudolf Virchow, professor of Descriptive Anatomy
· Dr. W. Joest- noted German geographer
· Dr. Ernest Schweigger (1830-1905)- famous German ophthalmologist where Rizal worked
· Rizal became a member of the Anthropological Society, the Ethnological Society, and the Geographical Society of
Berlin, upon the recommendation of Dr. Jagor and Dr. Meyer
· Tagalische Verkunst (Tagalog Metrical Art)- Rizal wrote this scholarly paper in German which he read before the society
in April 1887
-this paper was published by the society in the same year, and elicited favorable comments from all scientific quarters
· Rizal lived in Berlin, famous capital of unified Germany for five reasons: (1) to gain further knowledge of ophthalmology
(2) to further his studies of sciences and languages (3) to observe the economic and
political conditions of the German nation (4) to associate with famous German scientists and scholars (5) to publish his
novel, Noli Me Tangere
· Madame Lucie Cerdole-Rizal’s professor of French in order to master the idiomatic intricacies of the
French language
· Unter den Linden- the most popular boulevard of Berlin wherein Rizal enjoyed promenading, sipping
beer in the city’s inns and talking with the friendly Berliners
· March 11, 1886- one of Rizal’s important letters written while he was in Germany that addressed to his sister, Trinidad
-in this letter, Rizal expressed his high regard and admiration for German womanhood
-The German woman, said Rizal to his sister, is serious, diligent, educated, and friendly. She is not gossipy, frivolous and
quarrelsome
· Aside from the German women, Rizal admired the German customs which he observed well
RIZAL IN BERLINRIZAL IN BERLIN ➔ He arrived in the evening of November 1, 1886. ➔ He went due to the following
reason: ✔ To further enhance his knowledge of ophthamology; ✔ To supplement his studies of languages and sciences;
✔ To study and observe the political and economic conditions of Germany; ✔ To join the circle of famous German
scientists and scholars; and ✔ To complete and publish his novel, Noli Me Tangere
➔ He meet in person Dr. Feodor Jagor, the author of the book Travels in the Philippines. ➔ His admiration of this book
was due to two reasons: ✔ It predicted the collapse of the Spanish regime in the Philippines ✔ It prophesied the coming
of the Americans into the Philippines
➔ His acquaintance with Dr. Jagor, through a letter of introduction from Ferdinand Blumentritt, resulted into his
friendship with numerous German intellectuals, like the following: ✔ Dr. rudolf Virchow - a German anthropologist ✔ Dr.
Hans Virchow - a German professor of Descripitive Anatomy ✔ Dr. W. Joest - a famous German geographer ✔ Dr. Karl
Ernest Schweigger - a noted German ophthamologist
➔ He was accepted as member of the following societies in Berlin: ✔ Anthropological Society ✔ Ethnilogical Society ✔
Geographical Society ➔ He presented a paper in German entitled Tagalische Verkunst (Tagalog Metrical Art) to the
Ethnographic Society of Berlin. ➔ Life of Berlin was not easy for him. ➔ In the morning, he worked as an assistant in Dr.
Schweigger's clinic. ➔ He attended lectures at the University of Berlin in the evening.
➔ At his boarding house, he continued his physical trimming exercises and practice in speaking German, French, and
Italian languages. ➔ Before resting in the evening, he took time writing and completing his first novel. ➔ He was
exposed to a lot of enriching experiences in Berlin, there was a time that he found himself penniless. ➔ This happened
from November 1886 to May 1887. ➔ In order to eat, he had to pawn the diamond ring given by his sister Saturnina and
sell his books to second-hand bookstores. ➔ Devoid of proper nutrition, he got sick with coughs and colds, sign of
tuberculosis. ➔ Penniless of Berlin, he thought of burning the manuscript of his first novel, which he hed complete.
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NOLI ME TANGERE PUBLISHED IN BERLIN (1887)
1. Noli Me Tangere Published in Berlin (1887)
2.   Dr. Maximo Viola – Rizal’s friend from Bulacan, arrived in Berlin at the height of his despondency and loaned him
the needed funds to publish the novel. Legendary Santa Claus
3.   Harriet Beecher Stowe’s Uncle Tom’s Cabin – book which portrays the brutalities of American slave – owners and
the pathetic conditions of the unfortunate Negro slaves.  A book that inspired Dr. Rizal to prepare a novel that would
depict the miseries of the Filipinos under Spanish Rule. Idea of Writing a Novel on the Philippines
4.   Rizal proposed the writing of a novel about the Philippines.  Approved by:  Paternos (Pedro, Maximino, and
Antonio)  Graciano Lopez Jaena  Evaristo Aguirre  Eduardo de Lete  Julio Llorente  Melecio Figueroa  Valentin
Ventura Madrid on January 2, 1884
5.   Rizal’s project did not materialize. Due to:  Compatriots who were expected to collaborate on the novel did not
write anything.  However, most of them wanted to write on women.  Wasted their time in gambling or flirting with
Spanish señoritas.  He was disgusted and decided to write the novel alone. Madrid on January 2, 1884
6.   Paris, in 1885 – completed his studies in the Central University of Madrid and continued writing the novel.  He
finished one – half of the second – half of the chapters.  He finished the last fourth of the novel in Germany. Wrote the
last few chapters of Noli in Wilhelmsfeld from April – June, 1886. The Writing of the Noli
7.   Maximo Viola – arrived in Berlin a day before Christmas Day of 1887.  He was shocked when he found Rizal living
in poverty and deplorably sick due to lack of nourishment.  Seeing his friend’s struggle and poor condition, he gladly
lend him a hand. He loaned him some cash for living expenses and as well as funding the printing cost of his novel. Viola,
Savior of the Noli
8.   After Christmas season, Rizal put the finishing touches on his Novel.  To save printing expenses, he deleted
certain passages and chapter of “Elias and Salome”.  February 21, 1887 – the novel was finally finished and ready for
printing.  They managed to find cheap printing shop: Berliner Buchdruckrei – Action – Gesselschaft. Charging them with
only 300 pesos for 2, 000 copies of the novel. Viola, Savior of the Noli
9.   In old days of travel, it was possible to travel from another country without having a passport.  This lead the
German Police to suspect as a French Spy because Rizal doesn’t have any passport to show.  However, Viola quickly
accompanied Rizal to the Spanish Embassy to seek help from the Spanish Ambassador. But the ambassador failed to
keep his promise due to that he had no power to issue the passport. Rizal Suspected as French Spy
10.   Being fluent in German Language, he explained to the police chief that he was not a French Spy, but was a
Filipino physician and scientist.  The chief was impressed by his explanation and fascinated by his mastery of the
German Language and personal charisma, so the police chief allowed him to stay freely in Germany. Rizal Suspected as
French Spy
11.   March 21, 1887 – the Noli Me Tangere came of the press. Immediately, Rizal sent the first copies to his close
friends:  Blumentritt  Dr. Antonio Ma. Regidor  G. Lopez Jaena  Mariano Ponce  Felix Hidalgo  March 29, 1887 –
Rizal gave Viola the galley proofs of the Noli carefully rolled around the pen that he used in writing the novel and a
complimentary copy. Printing of the Noli Finished
12.   Noli Me Tangere – is a latin phrase which means “Touch Me Not”. It is, however, not originally conceived by Rizal,
for he admitted taking it from the Bible.  March 5, 1887 – Rizal, wrote to Felix R. Hidalgo and said: “The words were
taken from the Gospel of Saint Luke, signify “do not touch me””.  However, Rizal made a mistake. It should be the
Gospel of John (Chapter 20, verses 13 to 17).  Rizal dedicated his Noli Me Tangere to the Philippines - “To My
Fatherland”. The Title of the Novel
13.   The characters:  Capitan Tiago ( Santiago de los Santos) – father of Maria Clara and a friend of Ibarra. 
Crisostomo Ibarra – a young and rich Filipino who had just returned after seven years of study in Europe. The only son of
Don Rafael Ibarra. A fiance of Maria Clara.  Padre Damaso – a fat Franciscan friar who had been parish priest for 20
years of San Diego (Calamba).  Padre Sybila – a young Dominican parish priest of Binondo.  Señor Guevara – an elderly
and kind lieutenant of the Guardia Civil. Synopsis of the Noli
14.   The characters:  Don Tiburcio de Espadaña – a bogus Spanish physician, lame, and henpecked husband of Doña
Victoria.  Maria Clara – childhood faithful sweetheart of Crisostomo Ibarra, a good friend and obedient daughter. She
symbolizes purity and innocence of a sheltered native woman.  Padre Salvi – Franciscan parish priest of San Diego. 
Tasio the Philosopher (Pilosopo Tasio) – wise oldman whose ideas were to advanced for his times so that the people,
who could not understand him and called him the “Tasio the Lunatic”.  Don Filipo Lino – the teniente – mayor and
leader of the liberal faction. Synopsis of the Noli
15.   The characters:  Don Melchor – the captain of the cuadrilleros (town police).  Don Basilio and Don Valentin –
former gobernadorcillos and were prominent citizens.  Sisa – the tale of sisa – formerly a rich girl who married a
gambler and became poor. She’s also the deranged mother of Basilio and Crispin.  Basilio – an acolyte (servant) tasked
to ring the church bells for the Angelus. Accused of crimes he did not commit.  Crispin – an altar boy and who was as
well accused of stealing money from the church. Synopsis of the Noli
16.   The characters:  Doña Consolacion – the vulgar mistress of the Spanish Alferez.  Doña Victorina – the
flamboyantly dressed wife of a henpecked Spanish quack doctor.  Elias – distrusts human judgment and prefers God’s
justice instead. He prefers a revolution over the reforms.  Pia Alba – a young beautiful and spiritual woman. Maria
Clara’s mother.  Gobernador Heneral - occupies the second most powerful rank in the colonial government, second
only to the king Supported Ibarra against Padre Damaso. Synopsis of the Noli
17.   The characters:  Alferez – lieutenant of the Guardia Civil.  Alfonso Linares – cousin of Don Tiburcio and godson
of Padre Damaso’s brother – in – law. Synopsis of the Noli
18.   A true story of Philippine condition during the last decades of Spanish rule.  The places, the characters, and the
situations really existed.  The characters were all drawn by Rizal persons who actually existed.  Characters in reality: 
Maria Clara – Leonor Rivera  Ibarra and Elias – represented by Rizal himself  Tasio the Philosopher – elder brother of
Rizal, Paciano. The “Noli” Based on Truth
19.   Characters in reality:  Maria Clara – Leonor Rivera  Ibarra and Elias – represented by Rizal himself  Tasio the
Philosopher – elder brother of Rizal, Paciano.  Padre Salvi – Padre Antonio Piernavieja  Capitan Tiago – Capitan Hilario
Sunico  Doña Victorina – Doña Agustina Medel  Basilio and Crispin – were the Crisostomo brothers of Hagonoy. 
Padre Damaso – typical domineering friar, arrogant, immoral and anti – Filipino. The “Noli” Based on Truth
20.   In the original manuscript of Noli Me Tangere, there was a chapter entitle “Elias and Salome” which follows
Chapter XXIV “In the Woods”.  Deleted by Rizal so it was not included in the printed novel. His reason was definitely
economic:  By reducing the chapter would its cost of printing. Missing Chapter of the Noli
21.   Friends of Rizal hailed the novel, praising it in glowing colors.  However, Rizal’s enemies condemned it.  Rizal
wrote to Blumentritt – “The government and the friars will probably attack the work, refuting my statements, but I trust
in the God of Truth and in the person who have actually seen our sufferings.”  Blumentritt read Rizal’s novel and
praised and said “As we Germans say – written with the blood of the heart and so the heart also speaks.” Rizal being an
extraordinary person.  Dr. Antonio Ma. Regidor – a filipino patriot and lawyer exiled due to his complicity in the Cavite
mutiny of 1872. Avid read the noli and was very much impressed. Rizal’s Friends Praise the Noli
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RIZAL’S GRAND TOUR OF EUROPE WITH VIOLA 1888
1. RIZAL’S GRAND TOUR OF EUROPE WITH VIOLA, 1887
2. The tour begins. May 11, 1887 – Rizal and Viola left Berlin by train. Their next destination was DRESDEN, “one of the
best cities in Germany”.
3. DRESDEN -They visited Dr. Adolph B. Meyer. -Rizal was deeply impressed by a painting of “Prometheus Bound”. -They
met Dr. Feodor Jagor, they plan to visit Leitmeritz to see Blumentritt. -Teschen ( Now Decin, Czechoslovakia) was their
stopover after leaving Dresden. Rizal and Viola sent a wire to Blumentritt , suggested by Dr. Jagor.
4. First Meeting with Blumentritt At this train station Rizal arrived from Germany. May 13, 1887 , 1:30 p.m. Rizal and
Viola on board, arrived at the railroad station of Lietmeritz (Litomerice), Bohemia. Professor Blumentritt carrying a
sketch of Rizal to identify his Filipino friends. He warmly received Rizal and Viola.
5. Rizal and Blumentritt met in person and greeted each other in fluent German. Blumentritt loved Rizal as his son
because of his talents. Dr. Ferdinand Blumentritt` -Blumentritt , helped two tourist get a room at Hotel Krebs. They
stayed in Leitmeritz from May 17, 1887
6. Beautiful Memories of Lietmeritz -warm hospitality of the Blumentritt family. A good Cook of his wife. -Blumentritt
invited them to a Beer Garden, they met Burgomaster and he intoduced them. Burgomaster amazed and great
admiration to Rizal because he can speak German fluently. -Rizal praising Austria’s idyllic scene, nature loving and noble
people when Blumentritt invited them to a meeting of the “Tourists Club of Lietmeritz. (May 14.)
7. -Blumentritt introduced them to Dr. Czepelak a scientist of Europe and Professor Robert Klutschak an eminent
naturalist with having nice conversation. (May 15.)
8. Prague. -They met Dr. Wellkomm a Professor of University of Prague. -Rizal and Viola visited the Tomb of Copernicus,
the famous astronomer, the museum of natural history, bacteriological laboratories, famous cave where San Juan
Nepomuceno, the Catholic Saint was imprisoned and many more. - Rizal and Viola left Prague. According to Viola “
nothing of importance happened” in this city.
9. Vienna -May 20 , they went to Vienna “the Queen of Danube”.

10. -They met Norfenfals, one of the greatest novelist in Europe. -Rizal and Viola stayed in Hotel Metropole. They visited
churches, museum, art galleries, theaters and public park. -They met friend of BlumentrittMasner and Nordmann -They
left Vienna May 25.
11. Danubian Voyage to Lintz -May 25, Rizal and Viola left Vienna on a river b oat to see the beautiful sights of Danube
River. -they saw a famous river , the Danube River. -Rizal noticed that passenger on river boats use paper napkin, which
was novelty to him. -Viola said “ paper napkin more hygienic and economical than cloth napkin”
12. From Lintz to Rheinfall -They traveled to Salsburg then Munich after that they went to Nuremberg, one of the oldest
cities of Germany. -they also visited to Ulm, the Cathedral of this City was the “ largest and tallest in all Germany”.
13. -Next, they went to Stuttgart, Baden and then Rheinfall. They saw the waterfall “the most beautiful waterfall in
Europe.
14. Crossing the Frontier to Switzerland -they crossed the Frontier to Schaffhausen, Switzerland. They stayed in this city
from July 2 to 3 1887. They continued their tour to Bassel, Bern and Lausanne.
15. Geneva -Rizal and Viola left on a little boat, went to Foggy Leman Lake to Geneva. The beautiful city in - Europe. Rizal
conversed with them in three languages: French, German and Italian. -June 19, 1887 Rizal treated Viola in his 26th
Birthday.
16. -June 23. Rizal and Viola parted ways- Viola returned to Barcelona and Rizal continue his tour in Italy.
17.  Rizal in Italy
18. Rizal in Italy -he visited Turin, Milan, Venice and Florence. -June 27, 1887 – he reached Rome “ City of Ceasar”. -He
was thrilled by the sights and memories of Eternal City. Describing to Blumentritt, the “ grandeur that was Rome”. -June
29th , Feast Day of St. Peter and St. Paul. He visited Vatican, “city of Popes”. And the capital of Christendom. -After that,
Rizal back to his Hotel, he wrote to Blumentritt, “ I am tired as a dog, but I will sleep as a God” -After a wonderful sojourn
in Rome, Rizal prepared to return to the Philippines.
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RIZAL'S GRAND TOUR IN EUROPE TOUR IN EUROPE WITH VIOLA
1. RIZAL’S GRAND TOUR IN EUROPE WITH VIOLA CHAPTER IX 1887Reporter: Evan Dwigth Destajo
2. OBJECTIVES: • To know where the tour started. • To know those places in Europe that Rizal and Viola had visited. • To
know what or where is the happiest moment of the tour. • To know who are those people that Rizal and Viola had met
during the tour. • To know where is the last place that Rizal and Viola had visited.
3. After the publication of Noli Me Tangere, Rizal planned to visit the important places in Europe and Dr. Maximo Viola
agreed to be his traveling companion.
4. Rizal had received Paciano’s remittance of P1,ooo which has forwarded by Juan Luna from Paris. Rizal immediately
paid Viola the sum of P300 which latter kindly loaned so that Noli could be printed.
5. The tour begins at dawn of May 11, 1887, Rizal and Viola, two brown- skinned doctors on a roaming spree, left Berlin
by train. Dresden. Rizal and Viola tarried for some time in Dresden. Their visit coincidence with the regional floral
exposition
6. First meeting with Blumentritt. At 1:30 p.m. of May 13, 1887, the train, with Rizal and Viola board, arrived at the
railroad station of Leitmeritz , Bohemia. Professor Blumentritt, who received their wire, was the station. He was carrying
a pencil sketch of Rizal which the latter had previously sent him, so that he could identify his Filipino friend. He warmly
received Rizal and Viola.
7. Beautiful Memories of Leitmeritz. Rizal had beautiful memories of his visit to Leitmeritz. He enjoyed the warm
hospitality of the Blumentritt Family. The professor’s wife, Rosa, was a good cook, amd she prepared special Austrian
dishes which Rizal liked very much. His children were Dolores (called Dora or Dorita by Rizal), Conrad and Fritz. On May
16 at 9:45 A.M., Rizal and Viola left Leitmeritz by train.
8. Prague. After Leitmeritz, Rizal and Viola visited the historic place of Prague. They carried letters of recommendation
from Blumentritt to Dr. Willkomm, professor of natural history in the University of Prague. The good professor and his
charming wife and daughters welcomed them and showed them the city’s historic spots. According to Viola, “nothing
important happened in this city.”
9. Vienna. On May 20, Rizal and Viola arrived in the beautiful place of Vienna, capital of Austria- Hungary. Famous in
song and story, this city fascinated Rizal because of its beautiful buildings, religious images, haunting waltzes and
majestic charm. Vienna was truly the “Queen of the Danube”.
10. Danubian Voyage to Lintz. On May 24, Rizal and Viola left Vienna on a river boat to see the beautiful sights of the
Danube River. As they travel along the famous river, Rizal observed keenly river---the barges loaded with products, the
flowers and plants growing along the river banks, the boats with families living on them and the quaint villages on the
riverside.
11. From Lintz to Rheinfall (Cascade of Rhine). The river voyage ended in Lintz. They traveled overland to Salzburg and
from there to Munich where they sojourned for a short time to savor the famous Munich beer, reputed to be the best in
Germany.
12. Crossing the Frontier to Switzerland. From Rheinfall, they crossed the frontier to Schaffhausen, Switzerland. They
stayed in this city from June 2 to 3 1887. They continued their tour to Basel (Bale), Bern and Lausanne.
13. Geneva. After sightseeing in Lausanne, Rizal and Viola left on a little boat, crossing the foggy Leman Lake to Geneva.
This Swiss city is one of the most beautiful cities in Europe, visited by world tourist every year. The people of Geneva
were linguists speaking French, German and Italian. Rizal conversed with them in these three languages.
14. Rizal Resents exhibition of Igorots in 1887 Madrid exposition. While Rizal, accompanied by Dr. Viola, was happily
touring Europe, an Exposition of the Philippines was held in Madrid, Spain. Upon reaching Geneva (Switzerland) , he
received sad news from his friends in Madrid of the deplorable conditions of the primitive Igorots who were exhibited in
this exposition, some of whom died and whose scanty clothing (G-strings)and crude weapons were objects of mockery
and laughter by the Spanish people and press.
15. Rizal in Italy. From Geneva, Rizal and Viola went to Italy. He visited turn, Milan , Venice and Florence. On June 27,
1887, he reached Rome, the “Eternal City” and also called the “City of the Caesars”
16. Travel is caprice in childhood, a passion in youth, a necessity in manhood and an elegy in old age. ---Dr. Jose Rizal---
17. REFERENCE: BOOK OF JOSE RIZAL: LIFE, WORKS, AND WRITING S OF GENIUS, WRITER SCIENTIST AND NATIONAL
HERO (SECOND EDITION) WRITERS: GREGORIO F. ZAIDE AND SONIA M. ZAIDE The slides was prepared by: Evan Dwigth
Destajo THANK YOU FOR LISTENING AND HAVE A GOOD DAY.
DRESDEN
3. DRESDEN -They visited Dr. Adolph B. Meyer. -Rizal was deeply impressed by a painting of “Prometheus Bound”. -They
met Dr. Feodor Jagor, they plan to visit Leitmeritz to see Blumentritt. -Teschen ( Now Decin, Czechoslovakia) was their
stopover after leaving Dresden. Rizal and Viola sent a wire to Blumentritt , suggested by Dr. Jagor.
4. First Meeting with Blumentritt At this train station Rizal arrived from Germany. May 13, 1887 , 1:30 p.m. Rizal and
Viola on board, arrived at the railroad station of Lietmeritz (Litomerice), Bohemia. Professor Blumentritt carrying a
sketch of Rizal to identify his Filipino friends. He warmly received Rizal and Viola.
5. Rizal and Blumentritt met in person and greeted each other in fluent German. Blumentritt loved Rizal as his son
because of his talents. Dr. Ferdinand Blumentritt` -Blumentritt , helped two tourist get a room at Hotel Krebs. They
stayed in Leitmeritz from May 17, 1887
6. Beautiful Memories of Lietmeritz -warm hospitality of the Blumentritt family. A good Cook of his wife. -Blumentritt
invited them to a Beer Garden, they met Burgomaster and he intoduced them. Burgomaster amazed and great
admiration to Rizal because he can speak German fluently. -Rizal praising Austria’s idyllic scene, nature loving and noble
people when Blumentritt invited them to a meeting of the “Tourists Club of Lietmeritz. (May 14.)
7. -Blumentritt introduced them to Dr. Czepelak a scientist of Europe and Professor Robert Klutschak an eminent
naturalist with having nice conversation. (May 15.)
8. Prague. -They met Dr. Wellkomm a Professor of University of Prague. -Rizal and Viola visited the Tomb of Copernicus,
the famous astronomer, the museum of natural history, bacteriological laboratories, famous cave where San Juan
Nepomuceno, the Catholic Saint was imprisoned and many more. - Rizal and Viola left Prague. According to Viola “
nothing of importance happened” in this city.
9. Vienna -May 20 , they went to Vienna “the Queen of Danube”.
10. -They met Norfenfals, one of the greatest novelist in Europe. -Rizal and Viola stayed in Hotel Metropole. They visited
churches, museum, art galleries, theaters and public park. -They met friend of BlumentrittMasner and Nordmann -They
left Vienna May 25.
11. Danubian Voyage to Lintz -May 25, Rizal and Viola left Vienna on a river b oat to see the beautiful sights of Danube
River. -they saw a famous river , the Danube River. -Rizal noticed that passenger on river boats use paper napkin, which
was novelty to him. -Viola said “ paper napkin more hygienic and economical than cloth napkin”
12. From Lintz to Rheinfall -They traveled to Salsburg then Munich after that they went to Nuremberg, one of the oldest
cities of Germany. -they also visited to Ulm, the Cathedral of this City was the “ largest and tallest in all Germany”.
13. -Next, they went to Stuttgart, Baden and then Rheinfall. They saw the waterfall “the most beautiful waterfall in
Europe.
14. Crossing the Frontier to Switzerland -they crossed the Frontier to Schaffhausen, Switzerland. They stayed in this city
from July 2 to 3 1887. They continued their tour to Bassel, Bern and Lausanne.
15. Geneva -Rizal and Viola left on a little boat, went to Foggy Leman Lake to Geneva. The beautiful city in - Europe. Rizal
conversed with them in three languages: French, German and Italian. -June 19, 1887 Rizal treated Viola in his 26th
Birthday.
16. -June 23. Rizal and Viola parted ways- Viola returned to Barcelona and Rizal continue his tour in Italy.
17.  Rizal in Italy
18. Rizal in Italy -he visited Turin, Milan, Venice and Florence. -June 27, 1887 – he reached Rome “ City of Ceasar”. -He
was thrilled by the sights and memories of Eternal City. Describing to Blumentritt, the “ grandeur that was Rome”. -June
29th , Feast Day of St. Peter and St. Paul. He visited Vatican, “city of Popes”. And the capital of Christendom. -After that,
Rizal back to his Hotel, he wrote to Blumentritt, “ I am tired as a dog, but I will sleep as a God” -After a wonderful sojourn
in Rome, Rizal prepared to return to the Philippines.
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BLUMENTRITT AND LEITMERITZ
Blumentritt, Leitmeritz, 15 October 1893
Nothing about politics that might embarrass him - He writes him to let him now that he is still alive and to show
him their esteem of him - Dr. Rost, weakened by influenza, takes interest in Rizal - Dr. Jagor asked him for information
about Rizal - Memory of his visit - Tempi pássati! - His notes on the Ilongots.
15 October 1893
PROF. F. BLUMENTRITT
IN LEITMERITZ, BOHEMIA
AUSTRIA
Dr. José Rizal

Dapitan
My very dear Friend,
They write me that your family have transferred their residence from Hong Kong to Dapitan. I approve of it because thus
you will have the joy to embrace your good mother (whose feet I kiss). I have nothing to write you. for fear of having this
letter confiscated, for if they have confiscated my last one, I do not know what I could tell you. However, I write you
these lines only to let you know, that I am still alive and that we always esteem you cordially.
Dr. Rost has written you a letter; the venerable old man is very much interested in you. A student of mine, who is
searching for Spanish manuscripts of the middle ages in the museums, libraries, and archives of London and Oxford,
writes me that Rost is very weak as a result of the wicked influenza.
Dr. Jagor has returned from a trip to the Far East. He spent three years in the Dutch Indies, particularly on the Island of
Celebes. He asked me if I had your address; I gave it to him, but I do not know if his letter will reach you.
My family are in good health. Many times we recall the beautiful days of your visit with us. Tempi passati!(1)
I have read in Comercio(2) that the present commander of Dapitan is called Lillo Gracia. If this gentleman is the same
one who is the author of the most interesting pamphlet on Lepanto, I beg you to greet him on my behalf and to tell him
that I have propagated the glory of his name in the geographical reviews of Austria and Germany. I have translated into
German his notes on the Ilongots, published in the essay of Mr. Jordana.
And without anything more at present, I am going to finish. I beg you to transmit the affectionate regards of my whole
family (who greet you fondly) to your mother and greet respectfully on my behalf the Very Reverend Father Sánchez.
Your friend embraces you,

Fernando Blumentritt.
https://www.univie.ac.at/ksa/apsis/aufi/rizal/rbcor192.htm
· May 11, 1887- Rizal and Viola left Berlin by train
· Dresden- one of the best cities in Germany
· Prometheus Bound-painting wherein Rizal was deeply impressed
· Teschen (now Decin, Czechoslovakia)- next stopover after leaving Dresedn
LEITMERITZ
· At 1:30pm of May 13, 1887- the train, with Rizal and Viola on board, arrived at the railroad station of Leitmeritz,
Bohemia
-for the first time, the two great scholars—Rizal and Blumentritt—met in person
· Professor Blumentritt- a kind-hearted, old Austrian professor
· May 13 to May 16, 1887- Rizal and Viola stayed in Leitmeritz
· Burgomaster- town mayor
· Tourist’s Club of Leitmeritz-which Blumentritt was the secretary; Rizal spoke extemporaneously in fluent Germany to
the officers and members
· Dr. Carlos Czepelak- renowned scientist of Europe
· Professor Robert Klutschak- an eminent naturalist
· May 16, 1887 at 9:45 AM- Rizal and Viola left Leitmeritz by train
HISTORIC CITY OF PRAGUE
History City of Prague
Prague is home to a number of famous cultural attractions, many of which survived the violence and destruction of
20th-century Europe.
A famous mathematician and astronomer
He was reportedly buried in
Frombork, Cathedral
The museum of natural history was founded in the 18th century which is located at Prague, Bohemia.
San Juan Nepomuceno is the Spanish name for Saint John of Nepomuk
San Juan Nepomuceno is a national saint of the Czech Republic.
After their stay at the home of the Willkomms, Rizal and Viola left Prague and went to Brunn.
They visited where San Juan Nepomuceno where thrown into the river and drowned.
John of Nepomuk or San Juan
Dr. Willkom, professor of natural history in the University of Prague
The place on the bridge parapet where John of Nepomuk was thrown into the Vltava.
Jose Rizal
Dr. Maximo Viola
They Visited the Bacteriological Laboratories
To be continued...
Wenceslaus, King of the Romans and King of Bohemia drown John of Nepomuk because he refuse to tell Wenceslaus the
secrets of Queen of Bohemia.
They visited the tomb of Copernicus.
They met Dr. Willkom in which they carried letter of recommendation from Professor Blumentritt.
Let us first get to know the
City of Prague
Prague - is the capital city and largest city of the Czech Republic. It is one of the largest cities of Central Europe and has
served as the capital of the historic region of Bohemia for centuries.
They visited the cave where San Juan Nepomuceno was imprisoned.
During the 15th Century
Nicolaus Copernicus
They visited the Museum of Natural History
Dr. Willkom, his wife and daughter served Jose Rizal and Viola as a sightseeing guide in the city of Prague.
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PRAGUE
· Dr. Willkomm- professor of natural history in the University of Prague

· According to Viola, “nothing of importance happened” in this city
QUEEN OF THE DANUBE
VIENNA
· May 20, 1887- Rizal and Viola arrived in the beautiful city of Vienna, capital of Austria-Hungary
· Vienna was truly the “Queen of Danube” because of its beautiful buildings, religious images, haunting
waltzes and majestic charm
· Norfentals- one of the greatest Austrian novelists was favorably impressed by Rizal, and years later he
spoke highly of Rizal, “whose genius he so much admired.”
· Hotel Metropole- where Rizal and Viola stayed
· In Vienna, Rizal received his lost diamond stickpin
https://dfa.gov.ph/dfa-news/news-from-our-foreign-service-postsupdate/11470-phl-embassy-in-vienna-
commemorates-the-life-and-works-of-dr-jose-rizal#:~:text=Jose%20Rizal%20had%20visited%20Vienna,%2C%20religious
%20images%2C%20and%20culture.
LINTZ
DANUBIAN VOYAGE TO LINTZ
· May 24, 1887- Rizal and Viola left Vienna on a river boat to see the beautiful sights of the Danube River
· Rizal particularly noticed that the passengers on the river boat were using paper napkins during the
meals, which was a novelty to him. Viola, commented that the paper napkins were “more hygienic and
economical than cloth napkins”
Danubian Voyage to Lintz. On May 24, Rizal and Viola left Vienna on a river boat to see the beautiful sights of the
Danube River. As they travel along the famous river, Rizal observed keenly river---the barges loaded with products, the
flowers and plants growing along the river banks, the boats with families living on them and the quaint villages on the
riverside.
TO RHEINFALL, TO SALZBURG, TO MUNICH, TO NUREMBERG
FROM LINTZ TO RHEINFALL
· Munich- where Rizal and Viola sojourned for a short time to savor the famous Munich beer, reputed to be the best in
Germany
· Nuremberg- one of the oldest cities of Germany
· The Cathedral of Ulm- the largest and tallest cathedral in all Germany
· From Ulm, they went to Stuttgart, Baden and then Rheinfall (Cascade of the Rhine). At Rheinfall, they
saw the waterfall, “the most beautiful waterfall of Europe”
From Lintz to Rheinfall (Cascade of Rhine). The river voyage ended in Lintz. They traveled overland to Salzburg and from
there to Munich where they sojourned for a short time to savor the famous Munich beer, reputed to be the best in
Germany.
SWITZERLAND
CROSSING THE FRONTIER TO SWITZERLAND
· June 2 to 3, 1887- stayed at Schaffhausen, Switzerland
Crossing the Frontier to Switzerland. From Rheinfall, they crossed the frontier to Schaffhausen, Switzerland. They stayed
in this city from June 2 to 3 1887. They continued their tour to Basel (Bale), Bern and Lausanne.
GENEVA
· This Swiss city is one of the most beautiful cities in Europe, visited by world tourists every year
· June 19, 1887- Rizal treated Viola to a blow-out. It was his 26 th birthday
· Rizal and Viola spent fifteen delightful days in Geneva
· June 23, 1887- Viola and Rizal parted ways—Viola returned to Barcelona while Rizal continued the tour to Italy
· Exposition of the Philippines in Madrid, Spain- Rizal was outraged by this degradation of his fellow
countrymen the Igorots of Northern Luzon
Geneva. After sightseeing in Lausanne, Rizal and Viola left on a little boat, crossing the foggy Leman Lake to Geneva. This
Swiss city is one of the most beautiful cities in Europe, visited by world tourist every year. The people of Geneva were
linguists speaking French, German and Italian. Rizal conversed with them in these three languages.
MADRID EXPOSITION
Rizal Resents exhibition of Igorots in 1887 Madrid exposition. While Rizal, accompanied by Dr. Viola, was happily touring
Europe, an Exposition of the Philippines was held in Madrid, Spain. Upon reaching Geneva (Switzerland) , he received
sad news from his friends in Madrid of the deplorable conditions of the primitive Igorots who were exhibited in this
exposition, some of whom died and whose scanty clothing (G-strings)and crude weapons were objects of mockery and
laughter by the Spanish people and press.
https://www.slideshare.net/B0SSEARL/rizal-in-madrid
MADRID EXPOSITION During his tour in Europe, Rizal received sad news from his friends in Madrid of the deplorable
conditions of primitive Igorots who were exhibited in this expositions, some of whom died and whose clothing are
inappropriate for the climate of Madrid, and crude weapons were objects of mockery and laughter by the Spanish
people and press. Rizal being a champion of human dignity was outrageous.
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from-his/
ITALY
ITALY Rizal went to Italy. He visited Turin, Milan, Venice and Florence. On June 27, 1887, he reached Rome. He was
thrilled by the sights and memories of the Eternal City—Rome. On June 29th, Rizal visited for the first time the Vatican,
the “City of the Popes” and the capital Christendom. He was impressed by the magnificent edifices, particularly of St.
Peter’s Church which was also his feast day during that time. Every night, after sightseeing the whole day, Rizal returned
to his hotel, very tired. “I am tired as a dog,” he wrote to Blumentritt, “but I will sleep as a god”. After a week of staying
in Rome, he prepared to return to the Philippines. He had already written to his father that he was coming home
https://www.coursehero.com/file/p7vbctm/MADRID-EXPOSITION-During-his-tour-in-Europe-Rizal-received-sad-news-
from-his/
Rizal in Italy. From Geneva, Rizal and Viola went to Italy. He visited turn, Milan , Venice and Florence. On June 27, 1887,
he reached Rome, the “Eternal City” and also called the “City of the Caesars”
RIZAL IN ITALY
· June 27, 1887- Rizal reached Rome, the “Eternal City” and also called the “City of the Caesars”
· Rizal was thrilled by the sights and memories of the Eternal City. Describing to Blumentritt, the “grandeur that was
Rome”, he wrote on June 27, 1887
· June 29, 1887- the Feast Day of St. Peter and St. Paul, Rizal visited for the first time the Vatican, the
“City of the Popes” and the capital of Christendom
· Every night, after sightseeing the whole day, Rizal returned to his hotel, very tired. “I am tired as a dog,” he wrote to
Blumentritt, “but I will sleep as a God”
· After a week of wonderful sojourn in Rome, Rizal prepared to return to the Philippines. He had already written to his
father that he was coming home.
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 Jose Rizal International Voyages

 His Journey for Spain

 Studies Completed in Spain

 Passing through Suez Canal

 Madrid, First Visit to Paris, Paris to Berlin -Christine

 Leipzig and Dresden

 Noli Me Tangere Published in Berlin

 Grand Tour of Europe

 Blumentritt and Leitmeritz

 Historic City of Prague

 Quuen of the Danube

 To Rheinfall, to Salzburg, to Munich, to Nuremberg

STUDIES COMPLETED IN SPAIN

Rizal even stated.

PASSING THROUGH SUEZ CANAL

FIRST VISIT TO PARIS -Christine

PARIS TO BERLIN -Christine

· February 1, 1886- Rizal reluctantly left gay Paris fro Germany

IN LEIPZIG AND DRESDEN

· August 9, 1886- Rizal left Heidelberg

· August 14, 1886- boarded by a train. Rizal arrived in Leipzig

· Dr. Hans Meyer- German anthropologist, a friend of Rizal

Anthropological and Ethnological Museum

· Dr. W. Joest- noted German geographer

NOLI ME TANGERE PUBLISHED IN BERLIN (1887)

1. Noli Me Tangere Published in Berlin (1887)

RIZAL’S GRAND TOUR OF EUROPE WITH VIOLA 1888

1. RIZAL’S GRAND TOUR OF EUROPE WITH VIOLA, 1887

9. Vienna -May 20 , they went to Vienna “the Queen of Danube”.

17.  Rizal in Italy

RIZAL'S GRAND TOUR IN EUROPE TOUR IN EUROPE WITH VIOLA

9. Vienna -May 20 , they went to Vienna “the Queen of Danube”.

17.  Rizal in Italy

BLUMENTRITT AND LEITMERITZ

Blumentritt, Leitmeritz, 15 October 1893

Dr. José Rizal

My very dear Friend,

Your friend embraces you,

· Professor Blumentritt- a kind-hearted, old Austrian professor

· May 13 to May 16, 1887- Rizal and Viola stayed in Leitmeritz

· Burgomaster- town mayor

· Dr. Carlos Czepelak- renowned scientist of Europe

· Professor Robert Klutschak- an eminent naturalist

HISTORIC CITY OF PRAGUE

History City of Prague

A famous mathematician and astronomer

He was reportedly buried in

San Juan Nepomuceno is a national saint of the Czech Republic.

John of Nepomuk or San Juan

Dr. Willkom, professor of natural history in the University of Prague

Dr. Maximo Viola

They Visited the Bacteriological Laboratories

They visited the tomb of Copernicus.

Let us first get to know the

During the 15th Century

They visited the Museum of Natural History

· Dr. Willkomm- professor of natural history in the University of Prague

QUEEN OF THE DANUBE

DANUBIAN VOYAGE TO LINTZ

TO RHEINFALL, TO SALZBURG, TO MUNICH, TO NUREMBERG

FROM LINTZ TO RHEINFALL

CROSSING THE FRONTIER TO SWITZERLAND