As part of the commemoration of her first death anniversary today, August 1, 2010, a 200x250 foot photo mosaic of the late former President Corazon 'Cory' Aquino, which is composed of 3,200 photos taken during the former President's term in office was built and raised at the Quirino Grandstand in Manila today.
The project was funded and conceptualized by the private sector, including the Cory Veterans Group and Aquino’s relatives.
Those behind the project said the four-ton giant photo mosaic was a labor of love and cost them P2 million that was shouldered by private donors.
The organizers of the event said it took two years to make and the photographs were sourced from the Internet and various sectors.
A total of 120 tarpaulin panels make up the giant photo mosaic, which is about the size of 10 National Basketball Association basketball courts, organizers said.
President Benigno 'Noynoy' Aquino III thanked all those who participated in the photo mosaic project.
"I hope we do not disappoint the representatives from the Guinness Book of World Records who are here to witness this tribute by the people to our mother, former President Cory Aquino,"Aquino said.
The photo mosaic will remain at the Quirino Grandstand for seven days for public viewing.