The structure's roof resembles that of a salakot, a traditional hat. It was built during the administration of then-President Ferdinand Marcos to commemorate the revision of the Military Bases Agreement between the Philippine and United States government in 1979.

One of the landmarks of Angeles City and Clark is the big Salakot Arch at Bayanihan Park. The roof of this big arch is shaped like a salakót (turung in Kapampángan), the traditional Filipino conical hat.

The salakot is one of those symbols with a story muddled by history and simultaneously sits as a piece of the National Costume of the Philippines. It represented (and still represents) Filipino cultural dress.

The structure's roof resembles that of a salakot, a traditional hat. It was built during the administration of then-President Ferdinand Marcos to commemorate the revision of the Military Bases Agreement between the Philippine and United States government in 1979.

Feb 12, 2024 · The palace borrows its shape from that of a coconut before it is served, with its roof inspired by a salakot or Filipino hat. It is currently owned by the Government Service Insurance System (GSIS) and was built with sustainable local materials such as indigenous hardwoods and coconut husks, shells, and lumber.

Oct 30, 2018 · The roof is shaped like a traditional Filipino salakot, and its columns that can be seen at the facade are inverted coconut tree trunks — indeed a clever architectural feature that not most artists would be able to think of.

Feb 8, 2020 · It is also unique because of its salakot-shaped roof which was conceptualized by Rev. Fr. Jojo Gonda. The salakot design which symbolizes the protection of farmers and fishermen from the heat also serves as a reminder of God’s protection against harm and evil.

It is the world's largest salakot, a native hat. It serves as a meeting place for couples, families and just people who want to sit and watch the world go round. Several films, such as Astro Mayabang, have been filmed with this in the background.

Jul 9, 2019 · The palace is shaped like an octagon, with a salakot roof, a chandelier made of 101 coconut shells, and a dining table inlaid with 40,000 tiny pieces of coconut shells. Highlighted as one of CCP’s most striking structures for its architecture and interiors, the palace celebrates the coconut as the ultimate ‘Tree of Life’.

The "Salakot" house was inspired by the form of the traditional farmer's hat in the Philippines. To blend with the surroundings and the beachfront, local & sustainable materials will be used. The entire house can be opened to the outdoors thus expanding the indoors towards the deck and allow maximum ventilation.