Limasawa Island

Heritage • Southern Leyte
About this destination

A tiny island off Southern Leyte where the first Catholic Mass in the Philippines was celebrated on March 31, 1521, making it one of the most historically significant sites in Philippine Christianity. A hilltop shrine marks the event and offers commanding views of the Bohol Sea. The island also features quiet beaches and a peaceful rural atmosphere that has changed little over centuries.

Highlights
First Mass in the Philippines 1521
Hilltop shrine
Bohol Sea panoramic views
Historical pilgrimage site
Quiet rural island
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Details
Category Heritage
ProvinceSouthern Leyte
RegionRegion VIII - Eastern Visayas
Coordinates9.93330000, 125.01670000
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