About Bell Church
Bell Church is a Taoist temple complex located on a hill in Barangay Balili, La Trinidad, Benguet, just north of Baguio City. Founded in 1960 by Chinese immigrant Ng Pee, it serves as a religious and cultural center for the local Filipino-Chinese community. Notable for its colorful pagodas, ornate gates, dragon sculptures, landscaped gardens and lotus pond, the temple offers panoramic views of the La Trinidad Valley and is known for its tranquil atmosphere.
Visitors guide
Visitors can expect a hillside Taoist temple complex with brightly colored pagodas, curved roofs, ornate gates, dragon and lion sculptures, and landscaped gardens with a lotus pond and courtyard. The site includes prayer halls with altars, bells and incense areas, paved walkways, viewing decks overlooking La Trinidad Valley, and quiet garden areas for walking and photography. The surroundings are residential and mountainous, with a peaceful, well-maintained environment.
Key highlights
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Colorful pagodas with traditional Chinese architecture and dragon motifs
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Ornate temple gates and courtyards with detailed carvings
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Landscaped gardens and lotus pond
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Panoramic views over La Trinidad Valley
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Active Taoist prayer halls with bells and altars
History of Bell Church
Founded on August 4, 1960 by Ng Pee, a Chinese immigrant from Canton, China. Originally established to serve the spiritual needs of the Chinese community in the Baguio-La Trinidad area, it was built with support from the local Filipino-Chinese community and has since become a prominent Taoist temple in northern Luzon.
Culture & Context
Serves as an important Taoist religious and cultural center for the Filipino-Chinese community in Benguet and Baguio. The temple reflects Chinese architectural traditions, Taoist practices, and cultural values, and is a venue for cultural education and traditional festivals while welcoming visitors of all backgrounds.
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