Paoay Church

Heritage • Ilocos Norte
About this destination

A UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of the four Baroque Churches of the Philippines, built between 1694 and 1710 by Augustinian friars. Its massive coral stone buttresses showcase a unique Earthquake Baroque architectural style designed to withstand seismic activity. The church and its separate bell tower are masterpieces of Filipino-Hispanic architecture.

Highlights
UNESCO World Heritage Site
Earthquake Baroque architecture
Coral stone buttresses
Separate bell tower
Nearby Paoay Sand Dunes
Nearby Destinations
Details
Category Heritage
ProvinceIlocos Norte
RegionRegion I - Ilocos Region
Coordinates18.05280000, 120.51690000
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