Here are 15 of the Most Beautiful Churches in the Philippines

Historical works of art.
by Kyzia Maramara | May 03, 2018

No matter how many places you’ve been to, the Philippines will continue to surprise you with its beauty. From the  picturesque white sand beaches to breath-taking mountains, to our architecture–there are plenty to appreciate about our country.

And while we’re on the subject of architecture, the churches in the Philippines are standing monuments to our aesthetic past. The have a rich history contributing to their towering beauty,  and you don’t have to be an artist to appreciate every intricate interior and exterior design. Here are just some of the most beautiful churches in the country!

1. Our Lady of Mount Carmel Parish (Barasoain Church)

Our Lady of Mount Carmel Parish, Malolos, Bulacan

2. Basilica of the Immaculate Conception (Manila Cathedral)

Basilica of the Immaculate Conception, Intramuros, Manila

3. St. Joseph the Worker Chapel (Church of the Angry Christ)

St. Joseph the Worker Chapel, Victorias City, Negros Occidental

4. Santo Tomas de Villanueva Parish Church (Miagao Church)

Santo Tomas de Villanueva Parish Church, Miagao, Iloilo

5. Minor Basilica of Saint Michael the Archangel (Tayabas Basilica)

Minor Basilica of Saint Michael the Archangel, Tayabas City, Quezon Province

6. Nuestra Senora de la Porteria Parish Church (Daraga Church)

Nuestra Senora de la Porteria Parish Church, Sta. Maria St., Daraga, Albay

7. St. James the Apostle Parish Church (Betis Church)

St. James the Apostle Parish Church, Guagua, Pampanga

8. Calaruega Church

Caleruega Church, Nasugbu, Batangas

9. Callao Cave Chapel

Callao Cave Chapel, Penablanca, Cagayan

10. Metropolitan Cathedral of Saint Sebastian (Lipa Cathedral)

Metropolitan Cathedral of Saint Sebastian, Lipa, Batangas

11. St. James The Greater Parish

Saint James Church, Dapitan, Zamboanga del Norte

12. Tukon Chapel (Mt. Carmel Chapel)

Tukon Church, Basco, Batanes

13. The Parish of Sto. Cristo and St. Andrew Kim Tae-gon New Church

The Parish of Sto. Cristo and St. Andrew Kim Tae-gon New Church, Bocaue, Bulacan

14. The Church of Our Lady of the Assumption (Santa Maria Church)

The Church of Our Lady of the Assumption, Santa Maria, Ilocos Sur

15. Saint John the Baptist Parish Church (Liliw Church)

Saint John the Baptist Parish Church, Liliw, Laguna

 

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