Daraga Church - Our Lady of the Gate
Daraga Church - Our Lady of the Gate
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ClaireDelaRosa
Manila, Philippines13 contributions
Dec 2012 • Couples
If you want to attend mass at Daraga Bicol, go to Daraga Church and catch their 9:30 am mass. its the only english mass schedule they offer on Sunday... plus the place also offers a great view of Mt. mayon
Written December 2, 2012
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SJW
Manila, Philippines147 contributions
Oct 2011
A make-over is currently underway and this includes a protective and white colouring of the original ( now blackened stonework). It is rightly declared a National Treasure and dominated by a tremendous view of the Mount Mayon Volcano. Due to the scale of both almost imposible to do justice to them both together in any photograph. Well advice is clear, do not miss it on a trip to Legaspi. With roads a lot quieter and transport quicker in the smaller Legaspi City, there is really no excuse not to on a visit there. A small donation towards the rennovation is all that is asked for and will be gratefully recieved. The timeless view of church and Volcano are free of charge.
Written October 24, 2011
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Ferdinand A
5 contributions
May 2017
It was great being a religous person, having visited the church and the view of the Mayon Volcano. Vehicle parking space are adequate and a peaceful place especially in the morning during weekdays.
Written May 18, 2017
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jay ar R
Philippines18 contributions
Sept 2015
Today we commemorate the birthday of mama mary! happy fiesta daraga albay! A brief history of Daraga Church- The church was built by the Franciscans in 1772 under the patronage of the Our Lady of the Gate. U can see the view of mt. mayon.
Written September 8, 2015
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Lunla_M
Bangkok, Thailand11 contributions
Jul 2015 • Friends
We went there for 7 degree grills, but the restaurant has moved to Legazpi. So, we visited the church instead. There is nothing special inside. But you can see Mayon from there.
Written July 28, 2015
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Cielo V
South of Manila55 contributions
Jun 2014 • Family
This old church had been slightly altered to reinforce its structure. But the evidence of it being an 18th century edifice remains. It is beautiful in its antiquity and simplicity. Take nice shots of Mayon from this point.
Written June 8, 2014
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Chris W
Chicago, IL86 contributions
Mar 2018 • Solo
The church has a cool façade from the discoloring, but other than that it really didn't interest me. After getting off the loop jeepney, you walk up a hill road. There are small sari stores at top selling food/drinks. There was a group singing in church so I didn't really go inside, rather I just looked in from front entrance.
Written May 20, 2018
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Arven
Quezon City, Philippines192 contributions
Nov 2017 • Family
The place has a good view of the Mayon Volcano, one of the perfect place to see its majestic and perfect cone. The church itself is beautiful,from the facade to the ceilings and the altar, everything is just majestic. Worth a visit when you go to Bicol/Daraga.
Written April 4, 2018
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foodcrawlph
1,860 contributions
Oct 2016
What I love about traveling across provinces in the Philippines is that every point is easily reachable with public transporation. It is a 10-minute tricycle ride from 1st Colonial uphill General Luna road. They implement fixed fare and it only costs Php 40 from the Hi-way.
Upon arriving at the foot of the Church, the breathtaking view of Mt. Mayon is on the east. The picturesque sight of Mayon Volcano never fail to draw amazement while facade of Parish is carved with intrinsic details. The pure white Church looks more beautiful as it is surrounded with clear blue skies.
It is written in the entrance that the Our Lady of the Gate Parish (La Nuestra Señora de Porterìa) is historically built in 1773 with Volcanic Rocks. This hispanic baroque architechture was then restored and the interiors is re-designed with modern style.
This is the same Church where "KathNiel" shot one scene in the local film "She's Dating The Gangster". There are stores across the Chuch and tricycles readily available to move you around the city.
Upon arriving at the foot of the Church, the breathtaking view of Mt. Mayon is on the east. The picturesque sight of Mayon Volcano never fail to draw amazement while facade of Parish is carved with intrinsic details. The pure white Church looks more beautiful as it is surrounded with clear blue skies.
It is written in the entrance that the Our Lady of the Gate Parish (La Nuestra Señora de Porterìa) is historically built in 1773 with Volcanic Rocks. This hispanic baroque architechture was then restored and the interiors is re-designed with modern style.
This is the same Church where "KathNiel" shot one scene in the local film "She's Dating The Gangster". There are stores across the Chuch and tricycles readily available to move you around the city.
Written September 12, 2017
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AiExplorePh
Cebu City, Philippines174 contributions
Feb 2017 • Friends
The church itself is a sight to behold-with intricate art similar to the church in Miag-ao. There are a lot of places in Albay where you can get a great view of Mayon but the view from thr church is one of the best.
You can ride a jeepney from Legazpi city to Daraga church for P7 per pax. Just ask the driver to drop you off at the church. There's a bit of an uphill walk, about 5mins.
You can ride a jeepney from Legazpi city to Daraga church for P7 per pax. Just ask the driver to drop you off at the church. There's a bit of an uphill walk, about 5mins.
Written March 1, 2017
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