Nuestra Senora de Candelaria Church

Nuestra Senora de Candelaria Church, commonly known as Paracale Church, is a Roman Catholic parish church in Poblacion, Paracale, Camarines Norte, Bicol Region, Philippines. Established by Franciscan missionaries in 1611, it is one of the oldest churches in the province and serves as the spiritual center of this historic gold-mining town. The church is dedicated to Our Lady of Candelaria and features a simple colonial-era facade and interior revered by locals and visitors.

Visitors can expect a historic parish church in the town center of Paracale with a modest colonial-style facade, bell tower, nave, altar and image of Our Lady of Candelaria. The interior is used for daily Mass and prayer, with religious icons, stained glass and devotional areas. The surrounding plaza and streets offer views of local town life, small shops and access to the nearby coast. The atmosphere is quiet and devotional outside Mass times.