The Ruins is such an interesting destination with its history and stunning presence even on its ruined state. I'm awed how it become a tourist spot and how well maintained it is. Your photos are lovely and your tour seems fun! Hands down how picturesque this place really is.

I've been here twice and it is really stunning. I like how this Mansion being made because of a great love. It is Love that gives us the idea of pushing ourselves beyond our limits. This is also resemblance to the well known Taj Mahal in India, but this one, the Mansion has an intricate design which I find it attractive and really beautiful. The facade has a great view with all those green grass and just super clean. Thank you so much for sharping this with us.

I have never been on either Bacolod nor Ilo-ilo but planning to visit soon. And from what I've heard this place is a must. I am a sucker for culture related attractions, so I will definitely pay this place a visit. Thanks for sharing the story behind the ruins and yes your photos are sharp! What camera do you use btw?

The pictures are super vivid and crispy indeed! I love the bright hues and how beautiful the ruins look. Looking at your happy faces, it's great to know you had such a great time. Awesome to travel with your highschool friends.

Wow! The Ruins is amazing! I love to visit it someday. You're right, it's a perfect backdrop of your selfie or photo shoots. And the story you shared gripped my heart. Thanks for sharing.

We gave us a truly wonderful picture of the Ruins. Been to Talisay once and wasnt able to visit that place. Perhaps that time, I was more into doing business and not including leisure in any of my travels. I wonder why it's called as such when I cant even see any ruined part of it from the pictures.

I had been to Iloilo several times because of my work before. I've been to Guimaras also. But I have not been to Bacolod. Maybe soon I would visit this province with my family. I'd love to see The Ruins, too.

I've seen The Ruins a lot of times on social media and have always thought it beautiful. But this is the first time that I read about the tragic love story behind it. Thank you for sharing that bit of knowledge to us, your readers!

The mansion has both a beautiful and tragic story. Too bad it has to be burned down so it won't be occupied. But then again, if it didn't happen, I think it will be off limits to public as a private property. I hope I get to visit this in the future with my love one.

I never knew the story behind the Ruins, so thanks for sharing it here. It parallels the story of the Taj Mahal, in a way. I hope to visit Bacolod soon, to see this famous landmark for myself AND for the food, which I hear is great, too.

The ruins are so beautiful. And yes as you said, all the pictures are Instagram worthy. Loving it. Glad to know you had awesome trip. I don't know if I travel to all these wonderful locations but then I am very happy to see them through your lens :)

I have always been itching to bisit Guimaras and have photos taken at the ruins. I envy you ;) you enjoyed the place with your friends!! If i visit guimaras i'd check your photos for some great shot reference!!!!