Tucked away in the quiet town of Manapla in Negros Occidental Province, Hacienda Rosalia is a timeless escape into the grandeur of the Philippines’ colonial past. This sprawling sugar plantation estate, owned by the Gaston family, showcases a beautifully preserved ancestral mansion surrounded by vast sugarcane fields — a visual and cultural reminder of the country’s hacienda heritage.
The centerpiece of the estate is the Gaston Mansion, an elegant 1930s ancestral home that exudes old-world charm with its intricate woodwork, capiz shell windows, and antique furnishings. Just a short walk from the mansion is the Chapel of Cartwheels, a unique open-air church built using old carabao cart wheels, plow parts, and other repurposed farm tools, offering a one-of-a-kind spiritual and artistic experience.
Hacienda Rosalia is more than just a historical landmark — it’s a serene retreat that allows visitors to step back in time while enjoying the quiet countryside of Negros Occidental Province.
Perfectly located near the cities of Bacolod and Silay, Hacienda Rosalia makes an ideal stop for those exploring the Negros Island Region.
