Nearly a century after executing Rizal, Spain will unveil its first statue of the hero in the heart of Madrid -- a replica of the one in Manila's Rizal Park.

CNN: Glancing Back

The highlight should be a televised re-enactment in December of Rizal's trial in Manila's Fort Santiago and his final walk from the Intramuros district to the execution site in what is now Rizal Park.

CNN: Glancing Back

Opening of the exhibits of BINHI NG KALAYAAN AND GALLERY OF HEROES Rizal Park. 11:15 p.m.

CNN: CENTENNIAL'S BEST

Nearby is Rizal Park , a green spot named after the national hero.

CNN: Make the most of Manila's chaotic charm

Across Manila in sprawling Rizal Park, Estrada told half a million people gathered to mark the birthday of Mike Velarde, charismatic leader of the Catholic movement El Shaddai, that his opponents had it all wrong.

CNN: The Battle Lines Form