Regina RICA (Regina Rosarii Institute of Contemplation in Asia) is located in Barangay Sampaloc in Tanay, Rizal and is run by the Dominican Sisters of Regina Rosarii. The place is an ideal venue for those who want to contemplate in silence and having nature as their background. Regina’s main attraction is the 71 foot statue of Our Lady Regina Rosarii standing tall at the top … Continue reading Regina RICA
Our second church of interest for our Visita Iglesia is the next town of Baras. Located in San Jose Street in Baras, The Saint Joseph Husband of Mary Church was a remnant of several churches. The first structure was built by the Franciscan friars in 1595 but was transferred by the Jesuits to Ibayo in 1636 and was later returned to its former location by … Continue reading Saint Joseph Husband of Mary Church in Baras, Rizal
Morong Church is also known as St. Jerome Parish Church. It was constructed in 1615 by Chinese craftsmen and up to this date, the church has stood the test of time. The church’s baroque design is a typical character of 17th century churches in the Philippines but what makes Morong Church distinct is its octagonal bell tower which is appropriately described by many as neo-baroque … Continue reading St. Jerome Church of Morong
Now that the summer heat goes so extreme nowadays with more or less 36 Degrees Celsius on the average, most Metro Manila residents are trying to escape the heat by flocking to different resorts and beaches as far as Laguna, Cavite and Batangas. Escaping the summer heat, one does not need to travel too far, neither spends too much. In the Province of Rizal, just a two … Continue reading The Most Accessible Summer Get-away for Metro Manila Residents
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