St Peter's Church
St Peter's Church
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doctorfoxtrot
Taguig City, Philippines13,227 contributions
May 2022 • Couples
This is an old resilient church. Destroyed by a devastating earthquake years back. It was slowly built up brick by brick. The Loboc choir occasionally performs here. Part of every Bohol visit itinerary. A must see. Look for the 500 year marker near the front of the cathedral.
Written May 21, 2022
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jblaza
Marikina, Philippines714 contributions
Mar 2015
The old Roman Catholic Church of Loboc, whose construction began in 1670 and was completed in 1734 under the supervision of the Jesuits, was dedicated to St. Peter the Apostle. Originally with a baroque façade, the neoclassical portico was erected by the Augustinians. The detached 4-storey bell tower, and the detached hexagonal mortuary chapel were later additions to the church complex.
During the earthquake in Bohol on 15 October 2013, the central nave of the Church, its facade and the bell tower were severely damaged. I regret that I only got the chance to visit the Church after it has collapsed. Despite its collapse, it is still a site to behold.
The church is now a hard hat area and is off limits to tourists and worshippers. The church has been de-secrated and the altar, reredos, organ, and religious artifacts have been removed. The coral stone blocks from the ruins were recovered and are arranged along the plaza outside the church and outside the bell tower or possible renovation in the future.
A new church has been constructed a few meters to the right of the old church. The new church is a modern steel and concrete structure, which was inaugurated on October 2014.
The church is along the way to the boarding area of the Loboc River Cruise. Also, the ruins can be seen from the boat.
During the earthquake in Bohol on 15 October 2013, the central nave of the Church, its facade and the bell tower were severely damaged. I regret that I only got the chance to visit the Church after it has collapsed. Despite its collapse, it is still a site to behold.
The church is now a hard hat area and is off limits to tourists and worshippers. The church has been de-secrated and the altar, reredos, organ, and religious artifacts have been removed. The coral stone blocks from the ruins were recovered and are arranged along the plaza outside the church and outside the bell tower or possible renovation in the future.
A new church has been constructed a few meters to the right of the old church. The new church is a modern steel and concrete structure, which was inaugurated on October 2014.
The church is along the way to the boarding area of the Loboc River Cruise. Also, the ruins can be seen from the boat.
Written February 28, 2016
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gplihaylihay
Davao, Philippines213 contributions
Feb 2012
The beauty of St. Peter's Church, seen after we had our Lunch. Beside the Church is the incomplete Bridge, as it was not given permission to ruin the church for the bridge's completion.
Written April 4, 2012
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Aneta K
Voorburg, The Netherlands179 contributions
Jan 2014 • Family
The church suffered significantly during earthquake in October 2013. At the moment it's just huge ruins. The church must be really impressive and worth visiting in the past, but now the big part of it is destroyed. Of course you cannot to inside - area around is closed for public.
According to our guide there are plans to rebuild it, but it'll take a lot of time and money.
According to our guide there are plans to rebuild it, but it'll take a lot of time and money.
Written January 6, 2014
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Jason B
Al Ain, United Arab Emirates152 contributions
Jul 2019 • Family
I always like going to churches. This one has a little museum and well worth the stop. Only a hour would be needed to explore and make sure you have respectful clothes.
Written July 16, 2019
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Danger Russ
Clark Freeport Zone, Philippines91 contributions
Feb 2016 • Solo
Unfortunately this beautiful old church was damaged in the earthquake in 2013. Currently under renovation, but still open to the public. Some great history here. Beautiful murals and Catholic idols.
Written February 11, 2016
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MrBunnsBangkok
Calgary, Canada250 contributions
Dec 2012 • Couples
You can access this attraction by public bus (take the bus going to Carmen from Tagbilaran). If you have time to kill in Luzon, there is great fried chicken 5 mins walk up the road, the opposite direction as the river cruises.
Written January 8, 2013
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slazenger552
Davao City, Philippines1,105 contributions
Jan 2012 • Friends
This St Peter's Church in Loboc is one of the oldest churches in Bohol. The place itself has its own unique story. Just ask the locals and you'll be amazed.
Written January 23, 2012
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ebbtide123
Washington DC, DC946 contributions
Feb 2011
Another treasure along the popular Bohol tourist corridor, this beautiful church was built during the Spanish era. The coralline stone walls and separate bell tower shouts antiquity. We were lucky to witness a mass during our visit and saw perhaps 90% of the locals congregate in the town's largest building. A dress code sign was posted outside- no sandals, flipflops, very short skirts or tanktops. Luckily we were wearing neither so we had no problem entering the church. The inside was not as impressive as Baclayon Church but just as interesting. And then there was Loboc's biggest blunder in front of us: an enormous river overpass that ruined the town scenery and view of the church, just a reminder how foolish people can be.
Written January 12, 2012
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torkjell_11
Loddefjord, Norway130 contributions
May 2018 • Family
We stop here to have a look at this old church in Spanish style. They still renovate after the big earthquake in 2013. Have you seen churches and old buildings around the world this will not blow u over. But when you are a guest in Bohol I think it’s worth to stop here.
Written May 21, 2018
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