Wednesday, April 24, 2013

San Agustin Church @ Intramuros - UNESCO World Heritage Site

Manila - We had time in the morning and Albert decided to accompany us to see one of Philippines UNESCO treasure here in Manila.   It is the San Agustin Church @ Intramuros

San Agustin Church originally known as "inglesia de San Pablo", founded in 1571 is the oldest stone church (built in 1589) in the Philippines. It is a administered by the Order of Saint Agustine (Augustinian Friars).

Celebrating 440 years
Entrance of the San Agustin church

Ceiling of this beautiful church
The altar
Beautifully crafted ceiling
Albert and Lesley

This was worth the long taxi trip to visit this Church..


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