Nowadays, there are even more churches around Manila. Many of them take root from decades or even centuries ago. From the old Manila that used to be just within the walls, here we visit the seven churches of the old arrabales.
Category Archives: Churches
The Evolution of Quiapo Church
Quiapo Church – evolved from a simple chapel into a basilica that houses the King of Quiapo who is venerated by millions of Filipinos throughout generations. For the church itself is as storied and as important as the image that is venerated within its scared walls.
Article by Arch. Carlos Cucueco III. 10 January 2021
The Seven Churches of Intramuros
Intramuros used to be a cradle of religion veneration and of eclectic artistry exhibited in seven churches: Manila Cathedral, San Agustin, Santo Domingo, San Francisco, San Nicolas de Tolentino, San Ignacio and Lourdes. While the number seven is debated, the moniker is understandably made as an allusion to the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World.
Special release no. 03: Statement of the San Sebastian Basilica Foundation
The San Sebastian Basilica Foundation releases a statement in lieu of the public’s concern over a nearby condominium building. #SaveSSBasilica
Trivia no. 27: Campo Santo – Manila’s Cemeteries, Past and Present
In every settlement, there is a place for the living as well as for the dead. Such cities for the dead are sometimes referred to as a necropolis. Manila is not an exception.
Pangangaluluwa: Renacimiento Manila Halloween Special
Scattered across Manila are numerous buildings that have witnessed the passage of time. But every so often, these monuments become places of mystery and terror…
Trivia no. 23: Our Lady of La Naval de Manila
Our Lady of La Naval de Manila depicts the overall image of the Blessed Virgin Mary in the Philippines, considering its celebration with grandeur processions, showered with shining jewelries as an honor from the devotees who continued to pray through her intercession.
Article by Adam Daniel Reyes, 11 Oct 2020
Save Manila Heritage: San Sebastian Church
Renacimiento Manila voices its utmost rage at the news of the groundbreaking on the controversial condominium project that will be built behind the iconic San Sebastian Basilica in Quiapo, Manila.
Central United Methodist Church Manila
Established in March 5, 1899 as the Central Methodist Episcopal Church, the Central United Methodist Church that we now know today in Kalaw St. in Ermita is the first Protestant church in the Philippines. The present structure is the third methodist church building on site.
Manila Weekly 