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OUR LADY OF THE GATE CHURCH

Daraga, Albay

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Built in 1773 on a top of a hill by Franciscan Missionaries, the church is  a priceless relic for art enthusiasts because of its rich baroque architectural designs carefully carved on volcanic rocks, and its façade gives the church its special distinction from the other churches in the country. It contains archeological relics of “santos” and rare religious seals ingeniously carved throughout the entire face of the church, even up to the belfry.

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OAS CHURCH

Oas, Albay

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St. DOMINIC GUZMAN CHURCH

Santo Domingo, Albay

Built in honor of the town's patron saint, St. Dominic Guzman whose feast is celebrated every 8th of August.

OUR LADY OF THE ASSUMPTION PARISH

Guinobatan, Albay

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ST. JOHN THE BAPTIST CHURCH

Camalig, Albay

The Episcopal seat of the Diocese of Legazpi

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MALINAO CHURCH

Malinao, Albay

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SAN JUAN BAUTISTA CHURCH

Tabaco City

Declared by the National Museum as one of the National Cultural Treasures, this church was built by the secular clergy in 19th century. Its belltower features rocaille elements dated from an earlier time. The church has an unusual floor plan, with compartments that are inexplicable as of now. The stones on the walls bear masons’ marks, rarely seen elsewhere in this country.

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SAINT STEPHEN PROTOMARTYR

Ligao City

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NUESTRA SEÑORA DE SALVACION

Joroan, Tiwi, Albay

Every 3rd Saturday of August, thousands of pilgrims flock to this small church in Joroan to pay homage to the miraculous image of Nuestra Señora de Salvacion, Albay’s Patroness.
 

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