About Basilica Minore of Our Lady of Charity (Agoo Basilica)
The Basilica Minore of Our Lady of Charity, commonly known as Agoo Basilica, is a Roman Catholic minor basilica in Poblacion, Agoo, La Union, Philippines. Located along MacArthur Highway, it enshrines the revered image of Our Lady of Charity (Apo Caridad). Originally established as a Franciscan mission in 1578 and elevated to minor basilica in 1982, the present modern structure was rebuilt after the 1990 Luzon earthquake and remains a major Marian pilgrimage site in northern Luzon.
Visitors guide
Visitors can expect a large modern church with Mexican-Baroque inspired architecture, twin bell towers, stained-glass windows, and a spacious plaza in front. Inside, the main altar enshrines the wooden image of Our Lady of Charity. The interior is bright and open with pews for Mass, side altars, and devotional areas for lighting candles and prayer. The surroundings include a parish convent, garden, and parking area along the highway in the town center.
Key highlights
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Enshrined image of Our Lady of Charity (Apo Caridad), patroness of Agoo
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Minor basilica status granted by Pope John Paul II on July 15, 1982
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Mexican-Baroque inspired architecture of the rebuilt church after 1990 earthquake
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