The original structure was built between 1859 and 1860 and was patterned after the Arc de Triomphe in Paris, France.

The current structure was erected in 1925 during the tenure of Municipal President Jose Zavalla.

[6] The monument features four lion sculptures which is symbolically meant to be the guardians of Santa Rosa.

These features is the origin of Santa Rosa's title as the "Lion City of South Luzon".

[3] The arch also had a structured staircase, a sunburst design on its alcove, and a grand lady flaming torch and features a wraparound balcony.