About Monasterio de Tarlac
Monasterio de Tarlac is a Catholic monastery and pilgrimage site atop Mt. Resurrection in Barangay Lubigan, San Jose, Tarlac, Philippines. Operated by the Servants of the Risen Christ, it is notable for enshrining a relic believed to be a fragment of the True Cross. Set within an ecotourism park, it features a 30-foot colossal statue of the Risen Christ, chapel, and panoramic views of the Zambales mountain range.
Visitors guide
Visitors can expect a hilltop monastery complex reached via a winding paved road up Mt. Resurrection. The site includes a chapel housing the relic of the True Cross, a large outdoor statue of the Risen Christ, meditation areas, gardens, and viewing decks overlooking mountains and plains. The environment is quiet and contemplative, with souvenir shops and food stalls near the entrance and parking area.
Key highlights
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Relic of the True Cross enshrined in the monastery chapel
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30-foot colossal statue of the Risen Christ overlooking the complex
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Panoramic views from Mt. Resurrection over Tarlac and Zambales mountains
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Peaceful monastery chapel and meditation areas
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Ecotourism park setting with gardens and Stations of the Cross
History of Monasterio de Tarlac
The monastery was established by the Servants of the Risen Christ Monastic Community and developed as an ecotourism and pilgrimage site in the early 2000s. It gained prominence after acquiring and enshrining a relic believed to be a fragment of the True Cross, making it an important Catholic pilgrimage destination in Central Luzon.
Culture & Context
An important Catholic pilgrimage and retreat site in Tarlac, visited especially during Holy Week and religious holidays for prayer, reflection, and veneration of the relic. It serves as a center for spiritual activities and religious tourism in the province.
Route
| By air | Nearest major airport is Clark International Airport, then continue by road to San Jose, Tarlac |
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