Archdiocesan Shrine of Patrocinio de Maria Santisima
Boljoon
Roman Catholic church in Boljoon, Cebu, Philippines
Contents
9 sections · tap a section for its opening lines1Orientation
Begin with a warm, scholarly welcome to the southeastern coast of the island of Cebu in the Philippines. Describe the journey along the Cebu South Road from Metro Cebu, a drive that takes one to two hours and reveals some of the…
Listen in the app2The Coastal Seawall and Church Approach
Stand here by the sturdy seawall that traces the shoreline of Boljoon, and look out over the remarkably crystal clear waters of the Cebu Strait. You can easily spot traditional small fishing boats, gently bobbing on the gentle…
Listen in the app3The Church Exterior and Coral Stone Facade
As we approach the magnificent facade of the Boljoon Church, you are immediately confronted with the sheer scale and antiquity of this four hundred and twenty-four year old structure. The architecture here is a spectacular…
Listen in the app4The Main Entrance and Nave
Step through the massive, ancient wooden doors and enter the main nave of the Archdiocesan Shrine of Patrocinio de Maria Santisima. The transition from the bright, tropical sunlight of the exterior to the cool, dimly lit interior…
Listen in the app5The Golden Altar (Retablo)
As you reach the end of the long nave, your attention is immediately commanded by the breathtaking sanctuary and its spectacular focal point, the golden altar, traditionally known as the retablo. This highly ornate, towering…
Listen in the app6The Shrine of the Patrocinio de Maria Santissima
Positioned prominently within the glorious golden retablo is the deeply venerated image of Nuestra Senora del Patrocinio de Maria Santisima, the patroness for whom this entire archdiocesan shrine is named. This remarkable wooden…
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Let us now transition from the quiet reverence of the church interior and step back out into the bright coastal sunlight to examine the broader architectural complex of the parish grounds. Located strategically near the main…
Listen in the app8The Escuela Catolica and Rizal Monument
As we continue our exploration of the sprawling parish grounds, we move forward in historical time from the heavily fortified Spanish colonial era to the mid twentieth century. Just a short walk from the massive watchtower, you…
Listen in the app9Closing
As our comprehensive walking tour of the Archdiocesan Shrine of Patrocinio de Maria Santisima comes to a close, take a final moment to absorb the incredible atmosphere of this historic coastal sanctuary. We have journeyed through…
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What is Archdiocesan Shrine of Patrocinio de Maria Santisima?
Archdiocesan Shrine of Patrocinio de Maria Santisima is a place in Boljoon with 9 story sections on Tellby. You can read the opening of each section on this page; the sound plays in the app.
| Location | Boljoon |
|---|---|
| Type | Heritage |
| Story sections | 9 |
| Text language | English |
| Coordinates | 9.6300, 123.4790 |
| Last updated |