About Minor Basilica of Our Lady of the Rosary of Manaoag
The Minor Basilica of Our Lady of the Rosary of Manaoag, commonly called Manaoag Church, is a Roman Catholic basilica in Poblacion, Manaoag, Pangasinan, Philippines. It enshrines the 17th-century ivory image of Our Lady of Manaoag and is one of the most visited Catholic pilgrimage sites in northern Luzon. The church features Spanish colonial Baroque architecture, a pilgrim center, museum, and candle gallery, drawing devotees year-round.
Visitors guide
Visitors can expect a large Spanish colonial Baroque church complex with a cruciform plan, ornate altar enshrining the ivory image of Our Lady of Manaoag behind bulletproof glass, side chapels, and a spacious plaza. The surroundings include a candle gallery where pilgrims light devotional candles, a pilgrim center, rosary garden, museum displaying religious artifacts and votive offerings, and rows of souvenir shops selling religious articles. Masses are held throughout the day and the site is often crowded, especially on weekends.
Key highlights
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17th-century ivory image of Our Lady of the Rosary of Manaoag enshrined at the main altar
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Spanish colonial Baroque architecture with restored facade, belfry and stained-glass windows
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Candle gallery for lighting devotional candles and offering prayers