19 June, 2021

Baroque Churches of the Philippines

country. Philippines
year of inscription. 1993
criteria. Cultural
This WHS is composed of four churches across the Philippines. They were built by the Spanish between 16th and 18th century CE. The architectural style is a reinterpretation of the European Baroque by Philippine and Chinese craftsmen, with a consideration of local physical conditions and materials as well as decorative motifs. These churches would serve as important influences on later churches built in the region.

The four churches are:
  • Miagao Church, province of Iloilo
  • Paoay Church, province of Ilocos Norte
  • San Augustin Church, city of Manila in the National Capital Region
  • Santa Maria Church, province of Ilocos Sur



what. stamp (Philippines, 1975)



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