The Philippines Today, Yesterday, and Tomorrow
The National Shrine of Our Lady of Candles, also known as Jaro Cathedral, is a historic gem in Iloilo City, Philippines. Established in 1575 and consecrated in 1874, this Romanesque Revival cathedral is the seat of the Archdiocese of Jaro. In 2012, it was declared a National Shrine and is famous for housing the first … Read more
Discover the Stories Inside Museo Iloilo! Step into Museo Iloilo, where history and culture come alive through its unique geometric design by Ilonggo architect Sergio Penasales. Opened in 1971, it’s the first government-funded museum outside Manila. The museum’s colorful walls showcase images of iconic churches like Miag-ao, Molo, and San Joaquin, while its exhibits highlight … Read more
New UNESCO World Heritage Site Marker For Paoay Church The National Historical Commission of the Philippines (NHCP), the UNESCO Philippine National Commission (UNACOM), and the National Commission for Culture and the Arts (NCCA) unveiled the new UNESCO World Heritage Site marker for the Saint Augustine Parish Church in Paoay, Ilocos Norte yesterday, 14 November 2024. … Read more
Landas ng Pagkabansang Pilipino Marker for San Manuel Unveiled The NHCP and the Local Government of San Manuel, Pangasinan unveiled the historical marker, “San Manuel: Landas ng Pagkabansang Pilipino, 1899” yesterday, 14 November 2024. NHCP Deputy Executive Director Alvin R. Alcid presented the marker which Mayor Kevin Roy Kenneth Marco Perez accepted on behalf of … Read more
New UNESCO World Heritage Site Marker for Santa Maria Church Unveiled The National Historical Commission of the Philippines (NHCP), the UNESCO Philippine National Commission (UNACOM), and the National Commission for Culture and the Arts (NCCA) unveiled the new UNESCO World Heritage Site marker for the Our Lady of the Assumption Parish Church in Sta. Maria, Ilocos … Read more