St. Peter and Paul Church

St. Peter and Paul Church

St. Peter and Paul Church
4.5
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irenevff
Dasmarinas City, Philippines5,960 contributions
4.0 of 5 bubbles
Mar 2021 • Business
we were just in the area doing our routine inspection when we passed by this Church.
the exterior is just like any other Cathedral i've been to. nothing extraordinary. i just felt the compulsion to pay a visit and say a little prayer of thanks. and when i stepped inside, lo and behold! i was mesmerised by the magnificent ceiling which was covered in paintings depicting stories from the Bible. must have taken several artists and long months before the whole area were done. it is truly a great work of art.

when you have the chance, make time to visit this place of worship. not only it is an eye candy, it's also a peace haven. very soothing for the soul.

Written March 12, 2021
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tianrey126
Quezon City, Philippines234 contributions
4.0 of 5 bubbles
Mar 2023 • Friends
The façade of the church looks just like any old church but upon venturing inside you will be treated with beautiful paintings on the ceiling. Almost wasn't able to view as we went here past 7pm from Kota Park viewing the sunset. The front door was already closed but luckily it was accessible by the side gate. Renovations or cleaning were being done while we visited. A must see when visiting Bantayan Island
Written April 5, 2023
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mom511
Paranaque, Philippines345 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
May 2019 • Family
We left our resort in Sta Fe almost 5pm , we just wanted to visit the church and light candles ( something we practice everytime we visit a new church) and whisper our prayers. From the resort to the highway to get a trimotor it was 20 pesos per head. from the highway to Bantayan where the church was , was another 30 pesos per head for a 30 minute ride. WE arrived during the evening angelus prayers and luckily the old caretaker allowed us to get some quick shots on our phone cameras before he closed the church doors. the ceiling mosaics was beautiful, the altar where the retablos were , was also beautiful. The church just like the old churches in the different provinces of the Philippines is a treasure to behold. Lets all hope it remains preserved and cared for.
Written May 14, 2019
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John T
Cebu City, Philippines1,013 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
May 2018 • Solo
Since the arrival of the Spanish there have been several church buildings on this site which for part of the civic heart of Bantayan. Originally the church was little more than bamboo and nipa which was burned down during early Moro raids. The next wooden structure also burned down. Construction of the present building (the fifth on the site) started in 1839. The main driving force was the parish priest Padre Doroteo Andrade del Rosario and the maestro de obras (master of works) was his nephew Manuel Rubio y del Rosario (also known as Kapitan Tawi). Construction lasted about 24 years. The principal building material is coral. The interior is peaceful and serene, and side areas offer opportunities for lighting of candles and chance to get a snack.
Written May 21, 2018
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Thea V
Manila, Philippines69 contributions
4.0 of 5 bubbles
May 2013 • Family
I was pleasantly surprised that Bantayan Island has more to offer other than the amazing blue waters and white sands. This is one of the oldest churches in Cebu - it was constructed back in the Spanish colonial era. It is also interesting to note that the church walls are made from coral.

They still do Sunday service here. I think this might be useful information for Catholic tourists who happen to be at Bantayan on a Sunday and would like to hear mass.
Written May 15, 2013
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rbrown406
Tanjay, Philippines707 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Apr 2013 • Couples
Visited this church on a beautiful day on Bantayan. The church is very beautiful and I was amazed to see such an old church look so nice! We only stayed a few minutes but were very happy we made the special effort to see this church!
Written May 9, 2013
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crazeee
Makati, Philippines81 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Aug 2012 • Family
According to a blog I read, this is one of the oldest churches in the country... five centuries old. I am glad that the local government tried their best to maintain it, but i think the inside of the church is a bit modernized. It may have been the lights. But then, it is worth the visit.
Written February 1, 2013
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Morris Adelon A
74 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Apr 2018 • Family
Right in the heart of Sta. Fe. Its a Spanish era church, be amazed with the construction and the interior of the church.
Written April 14, 2018
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Flo_Mak
Hong Kong, China139 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Jan 2015 • Couples
This church located in this small island showing a big contrast, it's stunning whatever its outlook, interior. We are amazed by the details inside & outside. And thanks God, the typhoon didn't break it down!
Written February 3, 2015
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Elmo B
Manila, Philippines1,491 contributions
4.0 of 5 bubbles
Dec 2014 • Couples
St. Peter and Paul Church, we visited on a Monday so not a single soul was around except us. So we enjoyed much of the holy quietness of the place. Some noises outside due to some restoration jobs damaged by last year's earthquake.
Just like the old churches around the country, this church is also made of corals from the sea.
The glass windows are really nice. Take your time to visit the place. This is just in the heart of Bantayan town proper.

After the trip : There are 3 bakery and coffee shops across the town plaza.
Written December 7, 2014
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