About Minor Basilica of St. Gregory the Great
The Minor Basilica of St. Gregory the Great is a Roman Catholic parish church in Poblacion, Majayjay, Laguna, Philippines. Located at the foot of Mount Banahaw, it is one of the oldest churches in the Philippines, originally established in 1571. The present Baroque stone church was completed in 1730 and is recognized as a National Cultural Treasure for its architecture and historical importance.
Visitors guide
Visitors can expect a large Baroque stone church with thick walls, red-tiled roof, and a five-storey square bell tower. Inside are high ceilings, wooden altars, religious images including St. Gregory the Great, and historic doors and windows. The church is set in the town center near the municipal hall, with a spacious churchyard and plaza. As an active parish, visitors encounter regular Masses and devotional activities.
Key highlights
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One of the oldest Roman Catholic churches in the Philippines, completed in 1730
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Declared a National Cultural Treasure by the National Museum of the Philippines
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Elevated to Minor Basilica by the Vatican in 2025
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Well-preserved Spanish Baroque architecture with massive stone walls and five-level bell tower
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Historic interior with antique religious images, pulpit, and original wooden doors