Comments on: Exploring Ilocos : Vigan Cathedral and Legion of Mary House in Ilocos

By: theresa

theresa — Thu, 07 Dec 2017 22:52:44 +0000

When we had an Instameet before, we doscovered Pampanga’s churches. Before, I really don’t appreciate church architecture that much but the Instameet changed my view. Seeing Legion of Mary makes me want to visit Vigan not because of empanada but for the church itself. It was such a pretty sight to see.

By: Maria

Maria — Thu, 07 Dec 2017 10:31:22 +0000

Well, another majestic and scenic place to visit! I’m so happy that it’s within our dear beloved country. Churches, in a way, showcase the talent of the architects and also be a part of history. When we went here around a decade ago, I feel that we did not pass and drop by these so, I am enticed once more to embark on a historical trip to Vigan!

By: Indrani

Indrani — Thu, 07 Dec 2017 07:27:52 +0000

Grand churches! Good they are under UNESCO WHS, makes them well looked after.
Excellent pics of interiors. I hope to visit some day. Thanks for the info on the stays around the church.

By: Jill

Jill — Thu, 07 Dec 2017 06:35:07 +0000

I had been to Vigan Cathedral, and it’s really beautiful! I wish we were able to stop by the Legion of Mary House. Vigan has a lot of preserved remnants of the Spanish influence so going to its churches is a really must do when you are there. I wish we can go for another visit!

By: Gene Rose

Gene Rose — Thu, 07 Dec 2017 02:08:58 +0000

I think, Vigan Cathedral is overshadowed by Paoay Church at some point. Though, based on your photos, Vigan Cathedral has a different charm from Paoay church. I haven’t really explored Ilocos that much and hope to visit all of these when I get a chance. I really want to see these beautiful Unesco heritage churches with my own eyes.

By: Joanna

Joanna — Wed, 06 Dec 2017 18:06:45 +0000

The first things that I noticed about this church is how European it looks like, from the outside. The separate bell tower made me think of Malta, and one of the churches I have seen there. The facade made me think of Spain (and South America). The interior makes me think of Vietam (how odd is that?). And all the statues inside make me think of Italy. It is truly a piece of art!

By: Berlin | Momi Berlin

Berlin | Momi Berlin — Wed, 06 Dec 2017 16:06:56 +0000

I always love Churches built during the Spanish era. I find them a real beauty and something too sturdy. I also enjoy the stories behind the construction, making me be proud of how Filipinos can be real creative and dedicated in building the structure. Anyway, going back to Vigan Cathedral, it is quite different from the other churches as the tower and the church are separated by a small road. Quite interesting. The facade would have been more beautiful sans the tarpaulin.

By: orana

orana — Wed, 06 Dec 2017 11:41:25 +0000

Some churches have the best sculptures! This one specially looks like its full of them and you got some great photos of them. I’ll be honest I have never even heard of Earthquake Baroque style of architecture.I’ll have to go look it up!

By: ROBERT LEE

ROBERT LEE — Wed, 06 Dec 2017 09:02:00 +0000

Hi, Milton.

So, while reading the article, I cannot help but have a higher appreciation of what we have here. We were once a colony of Spain for three centuries. On the whole, colonization is not something that is acceptable in any time and era, but look at the legacy left by the Spaniards. In almost all provinces of the country, there are centuries-old churches. Of course, among the most fascinating ones are right there in Vigan.

Mercifully, it became a World Heritage Site. Otherwise, Vigan today would be completely different.

One thing that irks me with the church though is seeing the tarps hanging outdoor. Photo bomb!

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