About Balangiga Bells
The Balangiga Bells are three historic church bells housed at San Lorenzo de Martir Parish Church in Balangiga, Eastern Samar, Philippines. Cast in the 19th century, the bells are notable for their religious function and their long absence from the town after being removed in 1901. Repatriated from the United States in December 2018, they are now displayed at the church as heritage artifacts and are a focal point for visitors interested in local history and religious heritage.
Visitors guide
Visitors can expect to see the three Balangiga Bells displayed inside the grounds of San Lorenzo de Martir Parish Church in central Balangiga. The bells are housed in a dedicated structure adjacent to the church, with informative markers. The setting is a small town parish church with a plaza and monument nearby. Visitors can view the bells up close, take photographs from designated areas, and explore the church interior and surrounding plaza.
Key highlights
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Three 19th-century church bells returned and reinstalled in December 2018
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Displayed at San Lorenzo de Martir Parish Church in Balangiga town center
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Bells bear inscriptions and are preserved as heritage artifacts
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Adjacent Balangiga Encounter Monument and church plaza
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Active parish church with religious and community significance